Turkish Carpet Rug Weaving Workshop (Halı Kilim Dokuma Atölyesi)
Overview
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
What's Included
- Snacks
- Turkish Tea
- Water
- All required equipments
- Coffee ☕
- Certified guide
- Gratuities
- Picture Frame
Meeting Location
Kuloğlu
Baş Ağa Çeşmesi Sk. No:10, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
✨ Step into the world of Turkish carpet weaving ✨
Weather too cold? Weather too hot? Take a break from the chaos of Istanbul and join us for a few hours of laughter, stories, and weaving. This isn’t just a workshop it’s a little escape where you get to sip tea, nibble on snacks, and discover one of Turkey’s oldest crafts with your own hands.
You’ll sit at the loom and, with our guidance, turn colorful threads into your very own piece of Turkish carpet. Most people walk in saying, “I have zero skills,” and leave saying, “Wait, I actually made this?!” The joy on their faces (and sometimes their kids’ too!) is why we love what we do.
We keep groups small so everyone gets attention, and between the weaving you’ll hear fun stories about Istanbul, Turkish culture, and the history behind these carpets. The vibe is always friendly and relaxed think tea, instant coffee, maybe too many snacks, and a lot of laughs. By the end, you won’t just have a handmade souvenir… you’ll have a memory that’ll last way longer than any bazaar purchase.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We offer convenient on-foot pickup within a 10-minute walk to simplify reaching our workshop.
- Workshop sessions are not specified by default. As a result of mutual discussion, the event is held at a time that is convenient for both parties. We have flexibility.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-468366P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Turkish Tea.
- Water.
- All required equipments.
- Coffee ☕.
- Certified guide.
- Gratuities.
- Picture Frame.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Turkish Carpet Rug Weaving Workshop (Halı Kilim Dokuma Atölyesi) is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Turkish Carpet Rug Weaving Workshop (Halı Kilim Dokuma Atölyesi) will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Turkish Tea
- Water
- All required equipments
- Coffee ☕
- Certified guide
- Gratuities
- Picture Frame
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We offer convenient on-foot pickup within a 10-minute walk to simplify reaching our workshop.
- Workshop sessions are not specified by default. As a result of mutual discussion, the event is held at a time that is convenient for both parties. We have flexibility.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
