Traditional Turkish Ebru Workshop in a Historic Dervish Lodge
Overview
This is more than an art class — it’s a cultural immersion in one of Istanbul’s few active Mevlevi lodges. Learn the traditional Turkish marbling art of Ebru in its authentic setting, guided by Esma Ağca and Özge Güner, graduates of the esteemed Sünbül Efendi Ebrîhanesi, a center of classical marbling education.
You’ll discover the history, tools, and techniques of Ebru, and create your own work using traditional methods passed down through generations. The historic Kasımpaşa Mevlevihanesi offers a rare opportunity to engage with Turkish-Islamic arts in a space where that tradition still lives.
This is the only workshop in Istanbul where you can experience Ebru inside an original Mevlevihane, setting it apart from standard studio-based classes.
Optional: After the session, you’re welcome to attend a Whirling Dervish (Sema) ceremony held in the same venue. Tickets can be purchased separately on site.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- All Fees and Taxes
- Take-home artwork
- All Ebru materials (paints, trays, paper, tools)
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
Sururi Mehmet Efendi
Keramet Sokak, 34435 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 peaceful atmosphere of the Kasımpaşa Mevlevihanesi, a centuries-old Sufi lodge in the heart of Istanbul. After a warm welcome with Turkish tea, you’ll be introduced to Ebru — the fascinating art of Turkish marbling.
Your instructors, Esma Ağca and Özge Güner from the İnsan ve İrfan Foundation, will guide you through the history, tools, and techniques of this Ottoman art. You’ll learn how to prepare the water-based marbling tray, mix pigments, and apply traditional patterns using special brushes.
No experience is needed — this is a hands-on workshop. You’ll practice the basics and create your own marbled paper to take home as a unique souvenir.
You’re welcome to take photos or videos, enjoy the calming process, and connect with Turkish culture in this historic setting.
Optional: Attend a Whirling Dervish Ceremony
After the workshop, you may choose to attend the Sema ceremony — the spiritual ritual of the Mevlevi order, held at the same venue. Tickets available separately on site.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours 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).
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Take-home artwork.
- All Ebru materials (paints, trays, paper, tools).
- Private transportation.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
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 Traditional Turkish Ebru Workshop in a Historic Dervish Lodge is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Traditional Turkish Ebru Workshop in a Historic Dervish Lodge will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. 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 2024What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- All Fees and Taxes
- Take-home artwork
- All Ebru materials (paints, trays, paper, tools)
- Private transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
