Top Istanbul Art & Culture Classes

Unleash your inner artist with a Turkish mosaic lamp workshop in Istanbul. This is a hands-on cultural experience that the whole family can join. No experience is needed as skilled instructors are on hand at all times to talk you through creating a traditional design. Learn while you create with the help of friendly artisans who will share cool stories and the history behind these beautiful lamps, making your time with them even more interesting. Design your own Turkish mosaic lamp with instructor support. Choose from more than 50 different colors so your design is utterly unique. Get insider suggestions on what to do and see with the rest of your time in Istanbul. Choose from a wide choice of time slots from morning till afternoon. Also you have option to purchase the lamp which you have created.

Unleash your inner artist with a Turkish mosaic lamp small-group workshop in Istanbul. This is a hands-on cultural experience that the whole family can enjoy. No experience is needed as skilled instructors are on hand at all times to talk you through creating a traditional design. The immersive experience also includes insider suggestions on what to do, see, and eat with the rest of your time in Istanbul.

A perfume-making workshop is a unique and engaging experience that combines creativity, sensory exploration, and cultural storytelling, allowing you to craft a personalized scent and take home a meaningful, one-of-a-kind memory.

Create a custom leather wallet with traditional techniques. Master saddle stitching with hands-on guidance from pros. Tailor your design with your choice of leather and thread. Enjoy a beginner-friendly, creative experience in a supportive setting. Take home a handcrafted keepsake you’ll be proud to show off.

Immerse yourself in Istanbul's culture with our Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop, where you'll craft your own unique lamp and connect with the local community. Learn the cultural significance of mosaic lamps in Turkey, then personalize your design with over 45 colors of stones and beads, guided by experts. Located in the heart of Istanbul, this workshop lets you become part of a local tradition, taking home a beautiful piece of Turkish heritage you created.

The glow of Turkish mosaic lamps illuminates many Istanbul bazaars and cafés. Create your own unique artwork with the help of a supportive instructor during this Istanbul workshop, with unlimited tea and free-flow Turkish delight. You’ll have a choice of more than 50 different colors of glass in a range of shapes and sizes, while your finished lamp will be carefully packaged for easy transport home.

Hands-on fun: you actually weave, not just watch Our motto: Quality > Quantity → small groups, patient guidance, cozy atmosphere Cultural depth: stories, history, and meaning woven in Totally beginner-friendly (kids too — and yes, even “naughty ones” ) Flexible timing to fit your trip schedule Tea, coffee, snacks, and laughs included You take home your own handmade piece — 100% more unique than a fridge magnet

Get an exclusive discount in the store, where you can find even more amazing Turkish crafts. Important Note: The price you are paying includes the lamp as well so you can take it home! Learn while you create with the help of friendly artisans! Also, if you are looking for shopping in Grand Bazaar, especially rugs, ceramics and lamps, by joining our workshop, you will get an exclusive discounts in our store too! Come early or leave your shopping to our workshop and enjoy the bazaar more!

We recommend that you do not miss the chance to make a special perfume for yourself that will match your own scent. In this short workshop, do not miss the chance to try the essences brought from France and even the concept inspired by the French perfume museum. We are waiting you all.

Imagine you are travelling in a city to discover graffiti works of great local artist. How bout you actually meet the local graffiti artists and paint with them? Best part is, you do this at a genuine athmosphere as the home of these artists. This makes this experience one of the most unique, authentic experience that you can find in Istanbul. Peep and Shimo, couple graffiti artists, are inviting you to the garden of their home, to both push your creativity limits through Graffiti Art and let you experience Turkish home culture. Come to their home, have a tea, coffee, talk about Turkish culture, learn your culture and then create together.

Unleash your creativity in the heart of Istanbul at the Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop — one of the most unique things to do near Hagia Sophia and a true must-do cultural experience. Begin with an immersive film that unveils the rich history of mosaic art from Byzantine to Ottoman times, setting the tone for your hands-on workshop. Guided by master artisans, craft your own mosaic lamp using exclusive glass pieces in vibrant colors such as gold and turquoise — a signature Istanbul souvenir you can make yourself. While designing your lamp, enjoy unlimited Turkish tea and traditional sweets in a warm and artistic setting. At the end of your visit, take home a stunning lamp that reflects your creativity and the enchanting legacy of Istanbul — a perfect highlight to add to your list of top things to do in the Historical Peninsula.

Explore the unique world of Dengbej, a traditional Kurdish music style. A professional Dengbej singer, and we'll take you on a journey through this special art form. Learn how Dengbej compares to other unique styles like Pakistan's Qawwali and Morocco's Gnawa. Discover the captivating stories behind Dengbej songs and the skill of singing them without instruments. This is a rare opportunity to experience authentic Kurdish culture and music in its purest form.

Learn the Turkish art of paper marbling with a private instructor. In this workshop, discover different ebru techniques and patterns and practice each style. The instructor provides all the materials, so take your time and have fun making ebru art. At the end of the workshop, take your marbled paper creations home with you.

It can be hard to find the perfect souvenir in Istanbul. But scent is the most personal of senses and crafting your own signature scent will immortalize your memories forever. This small-group workshop, led by a professional perfumer, lets you blend your choice of more than 50 ingredients to create a fragrance that’s uniquely you. Leave with a 1.7-ounce (50-milliliter) bottle of perfume with your very own hand-crafted label.

A hands-on mosaic lamp workshop in the heart of Istanbul, where guests create their own unique lamp with step-by-step guidance from experienced instructors. All materials are included and no prior experience is needed. Enjoy complimentary Turkish tea, coffee, and light snacks in a warm, welcoming studio atmosphere, and leave with a beautiful handmade lamp as a meaningful souvenir of your time in Istanbul.

You can choose a design from my selection of traditional Turkish patterns . This class will help you appreciate all of the tiles that decorate the mosques in Istanbul. I will teach you how to transfer the design onto the tile, and how to use ceramic paint to fill in the pattern. For Turkish tiles, they need to also be glazed and fired in the kiln. You can take the tile home with you. It is a good gift for you that you made. Overall, this experience is really personalized in all the ways you could think of. It is satisfying to work on a piece of art from start to finish while surrounded by the beautiful backdrop of Istanbul.

Discover the enchanting art of stained glass painting in Istanbul's largest creative atelier, nestled between Galataport and Galata Tower. Experience how light transforms colors on glass as you create your own masterpiece What Makes This Special: ✨ Create hand-painted stained glass artwork in a spacious, high-ceiling atelier ✨ Expert guidance in Turkish, English, or Russian with complete creative freedom ✨ Learn Ottoman stained glass traditions and professional color blending techniques ✨ Choose from abstract patterns, Istanbul landscapes, floral motifs, or geometric shapes ✨ Enjoy unlimited water and Turkish delight in a peaceful, inspiring atmosphere ✨ Take home your carefully packaged artwork as a lasting Istanbul memory ✨ Flexible daily sessions from 08:00 to 23:00 ✨ Perfect for couples, families, solo travelers, and groups up to 250 people Experience traditional Turkish hospitality where creativity flows freely and light dances with colors

Uncover the sacred practice of the mystical Sufis at a Mevlevi Sema ceremony, held at Istanbul’s Hodjapasha Culture Center. Have the special chance to witness the 750-year-old tradition, which has been preserved on UNESCO’s list of Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Be mesmerized by the sight of the whirling dervishes as they perform their unique rituals during a show with a live orchestra.

Enjoy a 1-hour rooftop photoshoot at Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks, perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families. Take photos with stunning flying dress at famous rooftop with background of Istanbul view and Suleymaniye Mosque. This experience combines sightseeing with professional photography, ensuring you leave with incredible photos and unforgettable moments. • For further questions, ig @picmeturkey • I provide this service individually. I am not reseller.

Don't let attempts to capture perfect photos get in the way of your sightseeing trip. Leave it all to a professional on this private photo shoot experience, where an expert will take care of everything—from taking you to the best locations in Istanbul to professionally editing your photos. You'll leave with memories to treasure forever that will wow family and friends.

Discover Istanbul’s European and Asian sides—and taste a range of delectable Turkish delicacies—on this full-day, small-group tour. Meet your guide in the morning in Istanbul’s Old City, and be sure to come hungry: you have a day of feasting ahead of you. Explore a spice market, and enjoy a traditional Turkish breakfast, before crossing the Bosphorus to trendy Kadikoy. Sip Turkish coffee, visit multiple restaurants, and discover Istanbul’s must-try dishes.

Make your Istanbul adventure totally unique with a 1- 2- or 3 day private sightseeing tour. Opt for a single day and see the whole of the Old City, plus the Grand Bazaar. Extend the tour to include a second day and visit the Spice Bazaar, Dolmabahce Palace, Taksim, and Istiklal Street, plus a Bosphorus cruise. Please note that your guide is happy to alter the itinerary completely to accommodate your personal interests.

Create a fragrance that carries your signature in Istanbul's historic Galata! Between Galataport and Galata Tower, blend East meets West in Turkey's largest creative workshop. ✨ 90+ Premium Fragrance Components – Play with unique essences until you find the note that says "Yes, this is me." No pressure, just inspiration ✨ 25% Essence Concentration – Professional-grade perfume in 50ml glass bottle with personalized label and elegant box ✨ Quiet, Introspective Experience – Spacious, high-ceiling atelier. Just you, the notes, and your inner voice. Music and scents in hand ✨ Expert Guidance – Learn fragrance layers and Ottoman perfume traditions in Turkish, English, or Russian ✨ Water & Treats – Unlimited water and Turkish delight while you create your scent memory ✨ Multicultural Atelier – Witness mosaic, ebru, and jewelry workshops around you Open 08:00-23:00 daily. Perfect for couples, families, travelers & groups up to 250 people