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Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

it was really interesting and Mustafa was a great host.
Deborah

Australia

May 17, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Very recommended! Mustafa was a very warm and nice host who explained everything perfectly and helped us with the lamp. Really entertaining and you obtain own built souvenir. Can’t imagine it better! Also the man who picked us and guided from Sultanahmet to Uskadar, very well.
Alba

Spain

May 17, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Tolle Location und sehr schöner workshop. Leider stimmt die Adresse des Workshops nicht. Wir haben extra einen Standort auf der europäischen Seite Istanbuls gewählt. Wir wurden jedoch gemeinsam mit dem Guide auf die asiatische Seite gebracht. Hat uns einiges an Zeit gekostet, weil wir im Anschluss zum Flughafen mussten.
Diala

Germany

May 16, 2025

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

This was one of our highlights while we were in Istanbul! such great value for money. we had so much fun. would do it again in a heartbeat
Maya

New Zealand

May 16, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

We had the best time making mosaic lamps! Mustafa is so friendly and knowledgable. Would highly recommend this activity!
Prathika

United Kingdom

May 16, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

I had such a good time making my own parfume! I loved the vibe of the place, and the location itself. It was so special to make my own fragrance and Aziz made it so much easier with his knowdledge and help. I loved every moment of it!
Panni

May 16, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Such a fun activity! You are walked through some of the science behind mixing your own perfume as well as given ample opportunity to discover all the scents and build your own unique combination.
Eric Vander

Canada

May 16, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Fun and unique experience. Host was interactive. Lots of different scents to try out and play around with until you find your matches. Great value for the price paid.
Amoy

May 16, 2025

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

I enjoyed the history but quite a few of the coffee grinders were faulty, the coffee cups were chipped and the cards used to illustrate were disjointed as they were in the wrong order!!
GetYourGuide traveler

United Kingdom

May 15, 2025

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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Приятная обстановка и отличный учитель. Все понравилось.
GetYourGuide traveler

Kazakhstan

May 15, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Everything from the book experience to the end was amazing. The host was amazing and excellent bang for your buck.
GetYourGuide traveler

United States

May 15, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Great activity, really good value for money. Staff were so lovely. We had a great time thanks you
Tara

United Kingdom

May 15, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

on y a été avec ma mère et ma grand-mère et on a vraiment adoré. c'est un moment convivial dans un endroit sympa 😊
GetYourGuide traveler

France

May 15, 2025

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop review

Our guide (unfortunately, I didn't catch her name) was so warm and helpful, she made the whole experience fantastic. As for the experience itself, it is in my top 3 favorite activities of all time. I wholeheartedly recommend the stained glass workshop. thank you for an unforgettable experience!
Gabriela

Germany

May 14, 2025

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop review

De workshop traditioneel glas-in-lood schilderen was een hele leuke ervaring! De activiteit zelf was creatief en ontspannend, en de begeleiding was top. Er werd goed uitgelegd wat je moest doen, en als iets niet meteen lukte, stonden ze meteen klaar om te helpen. Echt een aanrader voor wie eens iets ambachtelijks en bijzonders wil proberen!
Loïs

Netherlands

May 14, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Au top
Pauline

May 14, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

it was awesome and such a unique experience, worth every cent!!! Ali was a great host and professional, the team made sure we were comfortable at all times
Kubilay Kán

May 14, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Good one. We did enjoy it!
Meigy

Netherlands

May 14, 2025

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop review

It was super fun! We went to the Asian part of Istanbul and we walked through a few streets (beautiful) and we ended up at the workshop. The guidance was great, the coffee and tea were great! We ended up doing a mozaïek workshop, and now we have two cute lamps. I would definitely recommend this workshop!
618janinep

May 14, 2025

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Perfume Making Workshop review

Excellent experience, especially considering the cost. Highly recommend.
Muhammad

May 13, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

we were picked up from the European side and walked as a group to the asian side. such a fun leisure activity, our instructor Beza was so fun and spirited. we enjoyed the class immensely. also appreciated the snacks and tea. i thought 3 hours was too long, but you need every second of it! 100% recommend.
Fariha

United States

May 13, 2025

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

I was tired from the trip and jet-lagged, so I was embarrased that I spilled coffee grounds. I was happy to receive some nice souvenirs. I highly recommend this experience.
Yukako

Japan

May 13, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Highly recommend this workshop! Ali and the staff were very helpful and kind. There’s an option to meet them before the workshop if you’re staying on the European side to use the metro together to get to the Asian side. They even paid and helped me get back there after the workshop.
Benjamin

May 13, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Excellente activité, ludique et passionnante à la fois ! Beyzanur était très sympathique !
Dorian

Spain

May 12, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

The perfume-making experience with Ali was absolutely exceptional. His passion, knowledge, and warm hospitality made the session both educational and deeply personal. I walked away not only with a unique fragrance tailored to me but also with unforgettable memories. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a truly special experience in the city.
Kate

May 12, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Aziz很友善,香水體驗非常的棒,第一次學習到如此深入的香水知識,有機會的話,還會再來
Shihhan

May 12, 2025

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Very informative workshop and fun to make the Turkish coffee! We got a little goodie bag which was a suprise so we got a mini cup, saucer and jezzbet
GetYourGuide traveler

United Kingdom

May 12, 2025

Perfume Making Workshop review

Ali was an amazing host. He's so well versed in flagrance science and I learned so much! The two hours were well spent and can't beat the price when you're walking away with your own perfume! Also includes tea and cookies.
Juliana_Y

May 12, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

The experience itself was great and the instructor and tour guide was wonderful. The reason I have rated this lower than 5* and a warning to others is that althought the transport to the location was included when the session ended you are left at the workshop. If you are staying on the european side you will need to take a ferry or train back - for me this was an issue as I did not have a travel card to use these services and ended up booking a cab instead. The shop was also very busy so althought it says unlimited drinks it took 40minutes and asking 3 times to get a coffee. Apart from this the experience was great and I would recommend as service on drinks is probably better when not so busy. The transport would also have been less of an issue if I knew in advance. Highly recommend but realistic feedback and watch outs for others if you are looking to book.
GetYourGuide traveler

United Kingdom

May 11, 2025

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

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Perfume Making Workshop review

A really interesting few hours. Learn about how perfumes are made and then get sniffing to decide what is going to go in your very own scent. Ali is great fun as he guides you through the process and you get to take home your creation. Great value for money and a unique reminder of the visit to Istanbul.
Matt

United Kingdom

May 11, 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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