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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Es war eine schöne und tolle Erfahrung. Die Lampe hat einen schönen Platz gefunden und erinnert mich an eine schöne Zeit. Trotz traffic und Sprachprobleme hat alles super geklappt. Ist sehr empfehlenswert..
Carmen

Germany

October 25, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Отличный сервис, было очень интересно. Спасибо
Olga

United States

October 25, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Это одно из самых приятных занятий который вы можете выбрать в Стамбуле. Организаторы молодцы, все продумали и предусмотрели. Очень приятная кофейня , где еще можно перекусить, пока ждете чтобы ваш светильник подсох. Большое спасибо Азизу! Все было наивысшем уровне!!!
Malika

October 24, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Вunyamin and his team are amazing. We were at Turkish mosaic lamp workshop. Everything was organized very well. We had a great experience. Everything what on the tour description is true and we got much more than we expected. It was great atmosphere and warm hospitality . We got real pleasure and good mood. I highly recommend this Turkish Mosaic lamp workshop.
Enriko

October 24, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Ein toller Workshop und die Lampen sind wirklich super geworden. Vielen Dank für die tolle Organisation und die wirklich nette Atmosphäre bei Euch. Diesen Workshop kann man allen Reisenden sehr empfehlen, die mal eine kreative und entspannte Auszeit während ihres Aufenthaltes in Istanbul nehmen wollen.
Traveler

October 24, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Very nice, authentic activity. We enjoyed everything alot. Highly recommended for everyone who wants to do something unique while visiting Istanbul. Thanks again.
Traveler

Germany

October 23, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Paja oli todella hauska. Meillä oli vaikeuksia löytää paikka, koska seurasimme GetYourGuiden ohjeita ja olisi pitänyt seurata sähköpostissa järjestäjältä saamiamme ohjeita. Pajan ohjaaja oli mukava ja avulias. Saimme tehdä omat mosaiikkikuviot lamppuihin vapaasti, mosaiikkipaloja oli paljon valittavana. Sai tehdä valmiin mallin tai oman tahdon mukaan. Lampuista tuli kauniita. Teetä, vettä ja kahvia sai juoda. Mukava kahvila muutenkin.
Jasmin

Finland

October 22, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

It was truly a most delightful, educational and fun experience - there is something for everyone. From learning about the history of Turkish coffee, to grinding the beans for your brew, to reading your fortune, it is a thorough and engaging workshop. Ali, our tutor, is very knowledgeable and catering for all guests. And his colleagues are kind and generous, enriching the experience. Highly recommend !
Rebecca Cook Tecuci

Romania

October 22, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

We had a great an amazing time building these lamps. They are both something my fiancé and I now have to share our experiences!
James

October 22, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

It was really fun and friendly, and the location was pretty and serene! The coffee was delicious and it was a great experience.
N

United Kingdom

October 22, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making & Fortune Telling Workshop

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Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

I highly recommend this workshop. Is one of the best activities you can do in Istanbul. Thank you Ali!
Andreea

Romania

October 22, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Such a fantastic, local experience. Highly recommend this experience if you really want to get a small crash course in local culture on top of getting to try some Turkish coffee - both hosts were extremely helpful and it was a very fun class.
Meagan

October 22, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Great introduction to Turkish coffee and culture. Our guide Ali was very attentive and knew lots of stories to tell. Very recommendable!
Tanja

Switzerland

October 21, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Super activité, les cafés étaient délicieux et l’animation est très instructif ! Mention spéciale à Ali qui est vraiment un super barista, merci à lui pour sa gentillesse et sa sympathique ! Nous recommandons à 100% :)
Quentin

France

October 21, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Better than I expected. Throughly enjoy my lamp making experience. Was also able to try new food and make new friends. Highly recommend
Shauntae

October 21, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Really enjoyed the small group workshop! Lovely free tea and coffee, and great host who gave us great instructions and guidance. Maybe slightly expensive but a fun souvenir & experience!
Emily

United Kingdom

October 21, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

This was a fun afternoon, the lamps were well wrapped to take home!
Melissa

October 21, 2023

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Wir waren nur zu zweit, trotzdem oder gerade daher haben wir sehr viel über die türkische Kaffeekultur gelernt, alles in einem schönen, modernen, lockeren und offenen Setting. Wunderschöne Location und dazu unglaublich höfliche, freundliche und engagierte Mitarbeiter. Es geht weit mehr um den Kaffee als um das Wahrsagen. Dadurch bleibt der Workshop ausgewogen und macht allen Spaß. Eine absolute Empfehlung. Wir sind selbstständig an den Veranstaltungsort gereist, unser Guide hat sich dabei ausführlich versichert, dass wir keine Hilfe benötigen. Wir sind mehr als zufrieden !!! :)
Traveler

Turkey

October 21, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

The team was friendly. The music was nice and it was a great way to experience the local culture. We did it as a family and it was very enjoyable. highly recommend.
Brian

United Arab Emirates

October 20, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Très belle expérience, un joli souvenir personnalisé et personnalisable. En petit comité et ambiance cozy, on était toutes contentes de repartir avec nos "chefs d'oeuvre" . Merci à Aleyna pour ses précieux conseils
Traveler

France

October 19, 2023

Ebru Tote Bag Art Workshop

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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Really great activity to do while in turkey. Advice: make sure you look at some ready made lanterns in the bazaar before you go. We left space between tiles and would’ve looked better without spaces. Host was a lovely lady and very good with my 6 year old son. Only small niggle is the lamp was smaller than I was expecting. But would’ve cost more if had they been bigger so don’t mind.
Nilufar

United Kingdom

October 19, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Ali war mehr als zuvorkommend und freundlich, der Workshop war von Anfang bis Ende gut organisiert, toll gestaltet und verständlich aufgebaut. Ein MUSS für alle kreativen Menschen :) die Ergebnisse werden wundervoll, auch bei Motiven, bei denen man zuvor unsicher war. Das Angebot ist mehr als günstig und sein Geld absolut wert. Eine herzliche Empfehlung 🤗 Wer schlecht zu Fuß ist sollte die Option wählen selbst (zB mit dem Taxi) anzureisen, wenn man sich auf dem europäischen Teil abholen lässt muss man ein kleines Stück (ca. 4km) mit dem Guide zurücklegen. In unserer Gruppe hat der Guide aber auch viel Rücksicht auf eine Teilnehmerin mit Krücken genommen.
Traveler

Turkey

October 19, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Great experience and a very relaxed atmosphere. Why buy a lamp when you can make one
Leon

October 19, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Best experience in Istanbul! Bunyamin was the most welcoming and friendly host, couldn‘t have it better!
Vivienne

October 19, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

This does require detailed work.
Nancy

October 18, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

War super. Die Location war sehr gemütlich und der Workshop hat einen riesen Spaß gemacht.
Lukas

October 18, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

The evet was overall really good. I had nice time.
Gökçe

October 18, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

So amazing one of the best things I’ve done in Istanbul, the guide was so friendly and the lamps came out amazing!
Rebeka

Romania

October 17, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

So much fun!
Riana

October 17, 2023

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

We had an amazing experience led by Benjamin.. he collected us from the European side and took us to his workshop area on the Asian side. He was very friendly and approachable and happy to answer any questions we had. We had a nice wander around and lunch nearby and then collected our lamps and made our own way back to the European side. Very relaxed and calm atmosphere to have some creative fun and a wonderful personal souvenir and memory to take home. Thank you so much Benjamin!
Jiten

October 17, 2023
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Are you the original Istanbul Workshops?

Yes, you are on the right page. We are the first brand under this name in Turkey. Our trademark is on file. The studio is in Üsküdar in Istanbul. Phone: +90 533 167 62 71. Site: istanbulworkshops.com.

Do you give a certificate of completion?

Yes, on request. At the end of the session we print a simple sheet with your name, the craft, and the guide's signature. No fee; just ask before the workshop ends. Guests often add it to their trip keepsake set.

How do I contact Istanbul Workshops?

The fast way to reach us is the contact form on our site. We reply in one work day. We also run a phone line. The line is open in studio hours. We help in English and Turkish on both routes.

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