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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Firstly, the communication from the team is very good. They got in touch via WhatsApp with precise details of the meeting point. from there we went to the Asian side via the metro for the activity. The workshop was super fun, therapeutic activity. They explain the history behind it and the step by step process to make and design the lamp. They served us cay (Turkish tea) with cookies. Once the lamp is ready, they need to let it dry for around 40 mins. During this time you can enjoy the cafe. They served complimentary Turkish coffee. I highly recommend to do this activity, but keep in mind the time. it took me total of 4 ish hours Note that you need to return back on your own. I took the ferry back to the European side.
Krishna

United Arab Emirates

September 12, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

great fun and such an interesting way to spend an afternoon. was also an excuse to explore the Asia side when I had only seen the European side so far. really grateful for the pick up and escort to other side, as wasn't familiar with public transport at all.
Emily

United Kingdom

September 12, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Très belle expérience avec un professionnel en la matière et toutes les explications pour constituer son parfum. Je recommande.
Halil

France

September 12, 2025

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Bella esperienza, insegnante simpatico e preparato.
Stefano

Italy

September 12, 2025

Calligraphy on Glass Workshop review

It was a very interesting workshop and enjoyable time. Our guide/instructor was extremely friendly, and she helped in everything and explained the whole process. The place is nice and cozy. 👍😊
Hélia

Slovakia

September 12, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Super fun! Not expensive at al for the experience and the lamp you get at the end. So much more fun than just buying a lamp!
GetYourGuide traveler

Belgium

September 11, 2025

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Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

De 2 mannen waren geweldig.Super uitleg en veel gelachen.
GetYourGuide traveler

Netherlands

September 11, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

It's a really great workshop with tea/cofee/biscuit provided. The instructors are kind and we all enjoy the process a lot. Great value for money as you can take your lamp back home! Highly recommend this
Elaine

France

September 11, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Activité très pédagogique et ludique, nous avons passé un très bon moment et sommes repartis avec nos jolies créations. Activité très reposante
GetYourGuide traveler

France

September 11, 2025

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Loved the workshop and the staff are very welcoming and supportive.
GetYourGuide traveler

United Kingdom

September 11, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Very unique and memorable experience. This was an introduction for me om how perfume is made and I found it very insightful. Both the instructor, Ali and the staff were warm, welcoming and supportive. Would recommend this workshop to all.
GetYourGuide traveler

United Kingdom

September 11, 2025

Calligraphy on Glass Workshop review

Great coaching from Bersah. We got to keep the calligraphy that we made on glass. Fun workshop and learnt so much from it.
GetYourGuide traveler

United Kingdom

September 11, 2025

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Excellent experience! So great to learn about the history of coffee in Turkey, understand the coffee making process, make and drink our coffee, and read our fortunes in the grounds! Highly recommended!
GetYourGuide traveler

Canada

September 11, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

wonderfull workshop memory heart falling in love by Istanbul staff so kind and lovely thanks
Hugo

Switzerland

September 11, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

A fantastic experience and a great value for the price! Nihal and the rest of the team were so friendly and accommodating. Nihal made the experience personal and it was lovely to meet the other guests. It was also nice learning about the historical and cultural significance of mosaics. 10/10
Nick

United States

September 11, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

The Turkish Mosaic lamp activity was so much fun. The group of us that went really enjoyed making our own “designer” lamps. We were very grateful that they were still able to accommodate us even though we were running late. Bintang is a great instructor. He was very knowledgeable, witty and fun to listen to. Now we will have a piece of memory from our travels.
Catherine

United States

September 11, 2025

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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Bien dans l'ensemble mais trop peu de temps. Le thé servi pendant l'activité et non pas tranquillement pendant que la lampe sèche. les gâteaux réduit et pas bons. ça reste sympa néanmoins.
PHILIPPE

France

September 11, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Merci au Zineb pour cette activité ! L'atelier étant super !
Simon

France

September 10, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Zeynep hat alles gut erklärt und war auch sehr professionell und hilfsbereit wenn es zur Kombination der Duftnoten kam. Wir sind beide super zufrieden mit unseren Düften und würden es definitiv empfehlen! Preis Leistung Top!
Laurel

Germany

September 10, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Top!
GetYourGuide traveler

France

September 10, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Wszystko było perfekcyjnie!
Bartosz

Poland

September 10, 2025

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop review

Eşimle beraber yine çok memnun kaldığımız bir workshop'u tamamladık. İstanbul'a turistik amaçlı geliyorsanız ya da bizim gibi kendi şehrimizde turist olmayı seviyorsanız önereceğimiz bir etkinlik. Bu tür işleri evde yapmak istesek bir sürü malzemeye ihtiyacımız olacak, burada kendi evimizde yapıyormuş rahatlığında güzel bir 3 saat geçirdik. Eğitmenlerin cana yakın ve yardımcı tavırları, workshop esnasında eğitmenle ve diğer katılımcılarla edilen sohbetler deneyimi daha üst seviyeye çıkarıyor. Tek bile olsanız, çekinmeyin çıkın gelin :) Çay, kahve, kurabiye ikramları lezzetli ve güzeldi. Ortaya çıkan ürünümüzü de çerçeveyle birlikte evimize getirdik. Bir daha olsa bir daha gelir miyiz evet :) Instagram ve YouTube : Maksat Yolculuk 😇😇
Ahmet

Turkey

September 10, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

The lamp making was very fun and it was easier than I expected. We ended up making really pretty lamps and were able to do so with the guidance of a really nice guide who taught us the basics. Loved the chill surroundings and nice music playing in the back. We also got Turkish tea drink and some cookies to munch on. Overall if you’re in Istanbul I recommend coming and trying out this workshop.
Barbara

Poland

September 10, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

ihana ja ammattitaitoinen opettaja kannusti ja auttoi kaikkia. Upea kokemus🥰
Jani

Finland

September 10, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Amazing !
Lisa

United States

September 10, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Es war super organisiert, es wurde gute angeleitet und immer wieder Fragen beantwortet wenn jemand eine hatte. Ich kann den Workshop nur weiter empfehlen! Super und angenehm!
GetYourGuide traveler

Germany

September 9, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

C’était super bien ! On laisse parler notre imagination
GetYourGuide traveler

France

September 9, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Es war eine super Erfahrung! Kann ich nur weiterempfehlen
Martina

Austria

September 9, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Ha sido una experiencia genial, por lo que pagas para la actividad te enseñan a crear tu propio perfume y sales con tu perfume personalizado por el precio que pagaste por la actividad, te brindan té, café, galletas… la verdad fue una actividad que repetiría. Ideal para ir en pareja o en familia😇.
Elsa

Spain

September 9, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

This was so much fun! Our trainer Bintang engaged with us in a kind and fun way and made the workshop a success :) I do recommend anyone visiting Istanbul to join one of the workshops offered by Fabrikafa!
Val

Italy

September 9, 2025
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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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