Traditional Pottery Workshop - Cappadocia Activities & Tours

About The Pottery Workshop

Discover the ancient art of pottery making in Cappadocia, where this traditional craft has been practiced for thousands of years. Under the guidance of master craftsmen, you'll learn the techniques of wheel throwing and hand building, creating your own unique ceramic piece to take home as a special souvenir of your Cappadocia experience.

Hands-on Experience

Master Craftsman Guidance

Take Home Your Creation

Traditional Techniques

Workshop Schedule

Welcome & Introduction - Meet your master craftsman and learn about the history of pottery in Cappadocia

Basic Techniques - Learn the fundamentals of clay preparation and basic hand-building techniques

Wheel Throwing - Master the art of wheel throwing with professional guidance

Decoration - Learn traditional decoration techniques and patterns

Finishing - Complete your piece with final touches and glazing

Take Home - Your finished piece will be fired and ready for pickup the next day

What's Included

Professional instruction from master craftsmen
All necessary materials and tools
Clay for your creation
Traditional decoration materials
Firing of your finished piece
Take-home packaging
Refreshments
Workshop certificate

What's Excluded

Transportation to/from the workshop
Additional pieces (available for purchase)
Professional photos (available for purchase)
Personal expenses

Workshop Details

Duration

2-3 Hours

Group Size

Max 8 people per session

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish, Turkish

Location

Avanos Pottery Workshop

Availability

Daily (10:00 - 17:00)

Physical Level

Easy

Price

€29.90 €45 25% OFF

Per person

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Customer Reviews

4.8

Based on 156 reviews

Sarah Mitchell

Visited: January 2024

Such a wonderful experience! The master craftsman was incredibly patient and knowledgeable. I made a beautiful bowl that I'm proud to display at home. The workshop is well-organized and the atmosphere is very welcoming.

Robert Kim

Visited: December 2023

A fantastic hands-on experience! The instructor was very skilled and made the process easy to understand. I was amazed at what I could create with proper guidance. The workshop is beautiful and the staff is friendly.

Lisa Wong

Visited: November 2023

This was one of the highlights of our trip to Cappadocia! The workshop is authentic and the master craftsman shared fascinating stories about the history of pottery in the region. I made a beautiful vase that I treasure.