2 Hours Perfume Making Workshop in Istanbul

Recommended by 100% of travelers

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Istanbul, Turkey

High interest

Booked 5+ times today.

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0

· Yvette_C ·

Dec 2025

I was met at the collection point and taken u ground by rail to the place . That in itself was a fab experience . The guy who gave the wk shop was so patient friendly and knowledgeable about combinations that go well together. It was interesting and fun to see what people’s tastes were I loved it There were more men on the wk shop than women

· Sabine_H ·

Mar 2026

Very warm welcome at the location, learned more than expected also about the build up of a parfume. The host was most friendly, took the time to help, all good and the three of us would book it again!

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Overview

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.

The small group size ensures personal attention from your instructor
Tea, coffee, water, and Turkish cookies keep you fueled and refreshed
Take-home recipe card lets you recreate your scent when it’s used up
A choice of class times helps you plan your day and fit more in

What's Included

Expert guidance from a professional perfumer
All materials and ingredients provided
Access to over 50 perfume ingredients
50ml custom perfume bottle with a personalized label
Recipe card for your custom perfume
Brief history of Istanbul's perfume
Unlimited tea, coffee, and water
Handmade baked cookies
Verified certificate
Souvenir to take home ( Personalized Perfume You Made )

Personal Expenses

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Hafiz Mustafa 1864
Hoca Paşa, Muradiye Cd. No:51, 34080 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
We'll meet you in front of Hafiz Mustafa Sirkeci, then head to our studio together. Once you make the booking, we'll contact you promptly with all the necessary instructions and also one day before the workshop.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 47 reviews

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Great workshop!

Sabine_H, Mar 2026

My Own Fragrance!

Carmen_B, Mar 2026

Incredible experience, Our instructor Mustafa was professional super knowledge and helpful, the two hours went flying and the results our own perfume can believe so good!

This was a great...

Darren_J, Feb 2026

This was a great experience. It was so fun as a solo traveler, I booked again. I made a one of a kind fragrance unique to me and would recommend anyone into perfumery to take this workshop

Surprise yourself

Yvette_C, Dec 2025

So fun!

elizabeth_l, Nov 2025

Very fun experience in an intimate setting. It was a perfect activity for an afternoon in Istanbul !!

Great for solo travelers!

meredith_K, Sep 2025

Lots of fun and everyone loved the scent they made! I travelled by myself, but met so many people and had so much fun!

Very nice experience

Di_M, Jul 2025

Ali & company were beyond accommodating. We had a lot of fun with all participants. Our customized perfumes are such special souvenirs!

Memorable, relaxing and...

Julie_F, Jul 2025

Memorable, relaxing and creative. I would definitely recommend this experience, and the best part is you get to make your own signature scent.

Don’t Miss Istanbul Workshop!

Michele_K, Jun 2025

Fun activity for families while in Istanbul. My son loved mixing his own fragrances in the perfume workshop and Mustafa was very engaging and made the workshop very enjoyable. We appreciated that the host came to the European side to meet us and escort us on the metro to the Asian side to the workshop location (train fee included). Super easy and highly recommend.

This was the first thing...

Sandra_D, Jun 2025

This was the first thing I did in Istanbul and I’m so glad I did! The hosts were wonderful, it was fun and informative. Great for solo travellers, the group I was with was a lot of fun. The selection of scents was really impressive and we all left with a unique scent we loved!

So much fun!

SAMEEHA_P, Jun 2025

What a great experience! We went with our 2 kids and we all had a blast. The staff were so attentive and made the experience so much fun. On a side note, if you choose the meet up option on the European side, the guide will take you over to the Asian side (where the workshop is held) via ferry or train. However, after the class, you are to make your own way back. It's not complicated, we were just surprised.

Highly recommend

Mon_J, May 2025

Ali was so knowledgeable and helpful when it came to properly making a perfume. There were 100+ smells to choose from and you can try as many as possible! Very fun

Fun and educational!!! Must try!

Juliana_Y, May 2025

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.

Pause in this busy city and be inspired by scent

Catherine_W, Dec 2024

Really great activity to do with friends or partner. Terrific host. Good hospitality and great instruction.

Fragrances

Peggy_P, Dec 2024

This was a relaxing and very fun/interesting experience working with a variety of fragrances! I enjoyed it very much.

Must do in Istanbul

tahliastuhmcke, Oct 2024

Booked this last minute before leaving Istanbul and it was one of the highlight experiences of the trip! My sister and I really enjoyed it. Ali was very knowledgeable. He expertly guided us through the process whilst giving us the freedom to experiment. And we walked away with such a beautiful momento. The only downside is we couldn’t book any more experiences with the group! Highly recommend!

So much fun- for all ages!

Rachel_M, Sep 2024

We had such fun! The instructor was excellent with all of us but especially with my 9 year old daughter- and walked her through the process in a fun and clever way. A great experience beyond the usual tourist attractions. We would happily come back again!

Great experience!!!

Silvia_D, Sep 2024

Super! I really loved the experience!! And I have my very own perfume to bring home!! The quality of the product use was really good also! They offer coffe, tea and cookies!

Perfect souvenir for your Istanbul trip

C_S, Sep 2024

I was initially hesitant to book this workshop since I didn’t see any reviews before booking it but went ahead anyway. The workshop is conducted by a company called Istanbul Workshops. The perfume expert unfortunately had an accident that morning so another professional had to step in and guide us. It was such a fun experience to learn about the art of making perfume, try different scents and make my own. It didn’t feel awkward at all even though I went alone. It was very interactive and I’m glad I’ve got my own perfume to remind me of my trip to Istanbul.

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Thank you so much for your kind words and for giving our Perfume Making Workshop a try, even without prior reviews! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the interactive experience and that our team was able to step in and guide you through the process. We hope the perfume you created serves as a beautiful reminder of your time in Istanbul. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

Beautiful activity

Emanuele_S, Jun 2025

The activity was very pleasant and fun, great to end the trip to Istanbul and have a personalized memory! Teacher Ali and all the staff were very kind and patient! Nice interaction with the rest of the class too😁

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Bonita experiencia en un lugar muy bonito!

Anthi_S, Dec 2024

Super experience :) Con gente maja en un sitio muy bonito en un barrio no turístico en el lado asiático! El perfume salió muy bueno, no me lo esperaba