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Turkish Coffee on Sand Workshop & Fortune Reading in Istanbul

Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$30
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Galata Tower stands as a backdrop to an enchanting journey into the heart of Turkish coffee culture. Immerse yourself in a hands-on workshop that transforms coffee making into an art form, from bean selection to fortune telling.

  • ☕ Traditional Coffee Workshop: Engage in a unique experience where you select your own coffee beans and grind them using an old-style hand mill.
  • 🔥 Hot Sand Brewing Method: Witness the magic of brewing coffee on hot sand, as you create the perfect foam in a traditional copper cezve.
  • 📜 Learn about the UNESCO-listed cultural heritage of Turkish coffee, exploring its significance in daily life and hospitality.
  • 🌰 Savor the rich, nutty flavor of caffeine-free menengiç coffee, a delightful alternative to traditional brews.
  • 🔮 Participate in the captivating fortune telling ritual, where you close your cup and uncover its hidden symbols.
  • 🗣️ Enjoy expert guidance in Turkish, English, or Russian, allowing you to learn at your own pace.
  • 🎁 Take home a handmade coffee pot, cup set, coffee package, and a recipe booklet to recreate the experience.
  • 🍬 Delight in traditional Turkish sweets, enhancing your experience in a timeless atmosphere.
  • 🕒 Flexible sessions are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, accommodating your schedule.
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for culture seekers, families, couples, and groups of up to 250, this workshop offers a memorable way to connect with Turkish traditions.

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Turkish Coffee & Fortune
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour

  • ✦Traditional high quality coffee pot
  • ✦Digital scale
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • ✦Coffee roasting pan with sand
  • ✦Wooden coffee stirrer
  • ✦Your own hand-operated coffee grinder for the perfect grind
  • Snacks
  • ✦A plentiful supply of high-quality Turkish coffee beans
  • ✦Measuring glass

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.
Return details
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.

Discover one of Türkiye’s most iconic traditions with a hands-on Turkish coffee workshop in Istanbul.

In this experience, you will learn how to prepare authentic Turkish coffee using traditional equipment and the unique hot sand brewing method. Your instructor will guide you step by step through the process, from understanding the finely ground coffee to controlling the heat, creating the perfect foam, and serving it in the traditional way.

As your coffee slowly brews on hot sand, you will also hear the cultural stories behind Turkish coffee, its role in daily life, and why it has been a symbol of hospitality, friendship, and conversation for centuries.

After preparing your own coffee, you will sit down to enjoy it like a local. The experience continues with a fun introduction to Turkish coffee cup reading, a lighthearted cultural tradition based on symbols, imagination, and storytelling.

This workshop is ideal for travelers who want more than just a coffee tasting. It is a relaxed, interactive, and memorable way to experience Turkish culture in Istanbul.

No previous experience is needed. All materials and equipment are provided.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Turkish Coffee on Sand Workshop & Fortune Reading in Istanbul

    Location Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
    $30
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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