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Fun activity to do in...
Fun activity to do in Istanbul! Learned a lot about coffee and the fortune reading part was fun and memorable.
Turkish Coffee on Sand Workshop & Fortune Reading in Istanbul
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $23 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 336 reviews
- Languages
- RU, EN, TR
- Group
- Small group, up to 100
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- We are located directly across from Bloom Cafe, diagonally opposite Beyrut Cafe, and right next to Tolga Aras Photography. Our venue is a spacious and bright street-level shop.
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 12, 2026Things to do in Istanbul
Description
Don’t just drink Turkish coffee — become part of the ritual. In this hands-on workshop in Istanbul, you’ll grind your own coffee beans with a traditional hand mill, brew Turkish coffee on hot sand in a copper cezve, and learn the cultural meaning behind every step. Located between Galataport and Galata Tower, this experience brings together taste, storytelling, and local tradition in a warm atelier atmosphere. You’ll also discover the UNESCO-recognized Turkish coffee tradition, enjoy Turkish delight with your freshly brewed coffee, taste caffeine-free menengic coffee with its unique nutty flavor, and join a fun coffee cup reading ritual after your drink. Guided in English, Turkish, or Russian, this relaxed cultural experience is perfect for travelers who want more than a simple coffee tasting.
Tour Options
Highlights
✦Measuring glass
✦A plentiful supply of high-quality Turkish coffee beans
Snacks
✦Your own hand-operated coffee grinder for the perfect grind
✦Wooden coffee stirrer
✦Coffee roasting pan with sand
Coffee and/or Tea
✦Digital scale
✦Traditional high quality coffee pot
What's included
Included
✦Measuring glass
✦A plentiful supply of high-quality Turkish coffee beans
Snacks
✦Your own hand-operated coffee grinder for the perfect grind
✦Wooden coffee stirrer
✦Coffee roasting pan with sand
Coffee and/or Tea
✦Digital scale
✦Traditional high quality coffee pot
Traveller Ratings
4.9
336 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Turkish Coffee on Sand Workshop & Fortune Reading in Istanbul lasts about 1 hour.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $23 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We are located directly across from Bloom Cafe, diagonally opposite Beyrut Cafe, and right next to Tolga Aras Photography. Our venue is a spacious and bright street-level shop. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in RU, EN, TR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(336)
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More than a coffee workshop
This workshop was one of the highlights of our trip. What started as a simple coffee workshop turned into a deeply engaging, historical, and cultural journey. From the moment we arrived, our host, Ilham, greeted us warmly and offered refreshments. He is knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and brings amazing energy to the session. We brewed traditional Turkish coffee using a cezve on hot sand, all while learning fascinating stories about the origins of coffee and how it blends with Turkish culture. The coffee ground fortune-telling was insightful, fun, and surprisingly accurate. Ilham has an intuitive, positive mindset that shines through in his readings, making everyone feel engaged and intrigued. I recommend the workshop to you if you are traveling solo, as a couple, or with a group. It goes far beyond brewing coffee—it’s genuine storytelling and hospitality at its finest.
Operator response
Thank you so much, Christopher! We’re thrilled the workshop became one of the highlights of your trip. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed not only brewing Turkish coffee, but also discovering the stories, traditions, and culture behind it. ☕✨
K
A really interesting and...
A really interesting and enjoyable workshop. Ingkar was a gracious and kind host who was easy to chat with. Also a nice escape from the crowds!!!
Operator response
Thank you, Kate! We’re so happy you found the workshop both interesting and enjoyable. It’s lovely to hear that it also gave you a peaceful break from the busy streets of Istanbul. ☕✨
K
Great Experiences - Worth it
Great workshop. But the most exciting but informative and the staff are great. We liked it so much we signed up to the perfume making workshop too. Combine the two together - it’ll be worth it. Prioritise the perfume but you can do a smaller coffee making workshop with it.
Operator response
Thank you so much, Kalim! We’re delighted you enjoyed the coffee workshop enough to join our perfume experience as well. We love hearing that both added something special to your time in Istanbul! ✨
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that was nice experience
ali dagistan super super super
Operator response
Thank you so much! We’re glad you had such a nice experience and enjoyed your time at the Turkish coffee workshop. ☕😊
K
Turkish Coffee Great Experience
The coffee making experience is held in a sweet little, very well decorated room, with all the rugs and accoutrements displayed and organized. Very clean and really well done! Ingkar was my teacher, she did a great job extremely personable and knowledgeable. The reading of the coffee grinds fortunetelling at the end was super fun too.
Operator response
Thank you so much, Katharine! We’re delighted you enjoyed the atmosphere, the coffee-making process, and the fortune reading at the end. It’s wonderful to hear the whole experience felt both welcoming and informative. ☕✨
U
Great little experience
Wonderful little experience, great to learn a bit more about the history of coffee, and of course the fortune telling was very good too!
J
A great experience
Aziz was a really fun teacher throughout this experience. We learned a ton and had great conversation throughout!
G
Abdullah is the best!!!
Abdullah was amazing! We had a small group so it was more relaxed and we got to ask plenty of questions! Making the coffee was a great learning experience. We had so much fun and it was so different than other experiences when traveling. Highly recommend!
H
5/5
It’s soooo amazing, Sam is perfect
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