Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Antalya Old Town: Make & Take Home

Create a unique mosaic lamp with handmade metalwork and take it home safely

A 2-hour mosaic lamp workshop in Antalya Old Town where you design and assemble your own lamp using transparent glass beads in 30+ colors, handmade metal components, and a ceramic base. Your English-speaking local guide walks you through the history of Turkish mosaic art and the techniques involved. The workshop includes unlimited Turkish tea, coffee, snacks, and a protective bag for transport.

The Experience

You arrive at the workshop in the Old Town and meet your guide—a local from Antalya who walks you through the history of mosaic art in Turkey and shows you how the craft works. The metal frame of each lamp is completely handmade, which is what sets these apart from mass-produced versions. You'll see the materials laid out: a glass globe, a ceramic base, an LED bulb that runs on standard household current, and trays of large, transparent glass beads in over 30 different colors. The size and clarity of the beads mean your finished lamp will look fuller and brighter than smaller alternatives.

You spend the next two hours choosing your color combinations and designs, then placing each bead into the globe by hand. Turkish tea, coffee, and fresh Turkish delight sit nearby, and pleasant music plays as you work. There's no rush—the pace is yours. Once your lamp is complete, you move to the photography area of the workshop to capture images and video of your finished piece. Then it goes into a protective nylon bag and a hard cardboard box so it travels safely home.

What’s included

• All materials for your mosaic lamp (empty glass globe, ceramic base, handmade metal frame, LED bulb, and transparent glass beads in 30+ colors).
• unlimited Turkish tea, coffee, and fresh Turkish delight.
• instruction from an English-speaking local guide.
• photography of your finished lamp.
• protective nylon and cardboard packaging for transport home.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Antalya Canoe & Sup

Is this one for you?Book this workshop if you have a free afternoon in Antalya and want a hands-on craft experience you can complete and take with you the same day. The 2-hour format fits easily between other plans, and the finished lamp is a functional piece you'll use at home, not just a souvenir.

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Top questions

How long does the mosaic lamp workshop take?

The workshop runs for 2 hours from start to finish, including the instruction, your hands-on work, and photos of the completed lamp.

What exactly do I take home at the end?

You take home the mosaic lamp you made—a handmade metal frame, ceramic base, glass globe filled with your chosen beads, and an LED bulb—packed in a protective nylon bag and hard cardboard box.

How many colors of beads can I choose from?

The workshop offers over 30 different colors of transparent glass beads, so you have plenty of options to create your own color combinations and design.

Is the workshop suitable if I've never done mosaic work before?

Yes, the workshop is suitable for all physical fitness levels and requires no prior experience. Your guide teaches you the techniques and history of Turkish mosaic art as you work.

What's included in the workshop price?

The workshop includes all materials (glass globe, ceramic base, metal frame, LED bulb, and beads), unlimited Turkish tea and coffee, fresh Turkish delight, the protective packaging, and instruction from an English-speaking local guide.

Can I bring young children or infants?

Yes, infants can attend if they sit on an adult's lap. The workshop is open to all ages, though children will need to be able to handle the small beads safely.