Great craftsmanship in ceramics. Nicest store of the ones we’ve seen in the area. We bought 4 pieces here. Staff is very friendly as well. They even told us that the ceramics aren’t food friendly even knowing that would deter us from buying. Would highly recommend!

Absolutely beautiful works of art. Very friendly staff and prices are unmatched anywhere in Istanbul.

Such a perfect and charming place. If you you are looking for an opportunity to enjoy an atmospheric tour around the gems of Turkish arts that would be one !!! The owners speak in Turkish, English and Russian,Tatar without any hesitation. There are hidden chambers with an extra room on the ground floor (p.s. ask to turn of the light you’ll see fluorescent patterns). The goods are astonishing and can fit any taste( see my favourite dragon attached int he photos) You’ll be tread with Cold water and Lemon sweet tea. If you are a nice person you might even get a pleasant gift like we did 🥰. Really impressive attitude of the sellers and picturesque store ❤️❤️❤️

This is a very nice ceramics shop tucked away close to the famous Blue Mosque. We were able to find lovely Turkish plates to carry back home with us at reasonable prices. The staff were very friendly and patiently showed us all their wares. Our chosen ceramics were packed properly so we had no trouble in carrying them on the flight as there was no danger of breakage. Do visit once when around SultanAhmet next.

All the work is authentic and very beautiful. The people there are very friendly and very helpful, you can even be treated with a glass of tea and also wifi. Also a great place to take pictures! These are truly hidden gems that must be visited around Sultanahmet!

Incredible ceramics craftsmanship and simply the nicest store of its kind. We bought several pieces over the years. Staff, and the owner Umit, is super friendly and knowledgeable, never pushy but instead interested in understanding what a customer wants and help find the right piece as most items are almost unique pieces. When a shipment, unfortunately poorly handled by FedEx, and items arrived broken, Umit was very understanding, supportive and showing empathy, helped quickly find appropriate replacements. Simply a great place for just a stroll, looking at nice ceramics and engage in a nice chat. Would highly recommend!

Best place to buy authentic and handmade souvenirs. The store looks like a museum and every single piece is a work of art! They served us tea and the owner was very kind and let us look around with no pressure. After a difficult decision of what to get (everything is so beautiful!!) we even gifted us an extra souvenir. It's not your average cheap shop, and the quality is incomparable to what you can find in other places. Highly recommended!

Artisan shop with very beautiful ceramic works, from decorative plates and vases to much larger art works. A lot of unique pieces that I haven't seen anywhere else. Very kind and courteous staff who will work with you to reach a fair price. They offer international shipping at very reasonable rates as well. Would definitely recommend checking out this shop.

The first time I passed this shop, I got talking with the vender. In Istanbul, every vender (restaurants / shops) starts talking to you, so normally I pass with a smile and a nod. The vender was indeed very friendly, but not in a pushy way. And he knew a lot about the ceramics, the art work, its history and the artists who make the ceramics. After talking, I got a little bowl as a present, even though I didn't buy anything. On the last day of my holiday, I went back there, I wanted to buy some more of the little bowls (but then bigger). I had seen these bowls all over the city, but I liked this shop, so I went to them. However, they didn't have these bowls. For them, these little bowls are little presents for the tourists and in the shop, you can find the real artwork. Not the tourist stuff, but proper handmade artwork. In the corner of the shop, the artist was working on the turntable. The collection is very authentic, beautiful and diverse. The sellers are very nice, helpful and authentic as well. Next to that, they know a lot about the ceramics. If you are tired of all the venders in the touristic streets, I would recommend this 'little oasis of quietness'. It is just behind Sultanahmed square.

Perfect example of great service and high quality ceramic hand made pieces. Every piece is work of art, they also explain how it is done, and they have some pieces which light up in the dark! It was a pleasure to be in the shop, also special experience buying a gift for myself. I really wanted to buy a granate and I chose a perfect one for me. That have a great choice. Highly recommend 100% ✅

A must go. Some of the most beautiful ceramics I've ever seen. You will never find this in any bazaar.

This is a wonderful shop neighboring our hotel. I really enjoyed and appreciated looking at various artists work. We bought some beautiful customizable pieces to be shipped hassle free to the US. It was a pleasure meeting with Umit the owner.

Such an amazing place. I totally recommend! The owner even sent cute souvenirs to the whole group of girls on our trip. We are so grateful and wish you the best!

I really enjoyed visiting this place. It looks like a museum. Ceramics are very beautiful. And the service is excellent. We were treated pomegranate tea while choosing. And were advised to visit Emirgan park where we went the next day and were happy about it

A gorgeous place with the most beautiful Turkish ceramics I have ever seen! Friendly, welcoming, and very clued-up staff. They let me browse at leisure and answered all my questions about their art. A must-visit when visiting İstanbul, but don't leave without a beautiful souvenir from here.

We visited tree of life ceramics looking for a traditional style Turkish plate and were not disappointed! The service was excellent, the staff were really friendly offering us tea while we looked through their products and helping us decide what we would buy. The prices were really competitive and the best we have seen in Istanbul. Highly recommend! Thank you again we are very happy with our choice.

We went in close to midnight, but the service was still great! The salesperson was very helpful in showing us different items, and showed us their special collection of glow in the dark tiles, and explained how they made their ceramic pieces by hand. I bought a small teacup with a side plate. However, the boss was too kind to give my friends and I a free gift each as a special token! :-) Very friendly, and very nice handmade ceramic items! Highly recommend all to go in to have a look.

The ceramics here are incredible and of excellent quality. The salesman was very courteous and did not pressure us into buying anything. Even gave us prices for shipping. We also were offered beverages while we looked. I would not hesitate to do business with Tree of Life Ceramics in the future.

Intricate and beautifully made authentic handmade ceramics only for Kings. Ignore the poor ratings from cheapo tourists who flew cheap economy flights to Turkey. As an antique collector, I find their price is quite affordable and not definitely suited for cheapskates who willingly spend for clones made in China factories.

We bought large plate with Islamic text . The shop is marvelous and the staff are very knowledgeable, and explain the items in details . More Interestingly the owner Umit Sevim was himself present in the store and was surely inspiration for us to buy . Store has beautiful items displayed and each are so unique ,. Tempted to buy more items . 100% satisfaction and highly recommend.

During our recent visit to a shop, we were absolutely blown away by what we encountered. Our initial reaction was a resounding “WOW,” quickly followed by an even more enthusiastic “wooow.” The experience was so incredible that words fail to capture our third reaction adequately. We were warmly welcomed and treated to their signature offering, a delightful and unparalleled Turkish tea. It was hands down the best tea we’ve ever had in Turkey, leaving an indelible impression on our taste buds. Not only did the shop provide us with exceptional hospitality, but they also took the time to give us a comprehensive tour. Every nook and cranny revealed a treasure trove of items for sale. We were captivated by their stunning ceramic pieces and clay artifacts, unlike anything we had ever seen before. One particular highlight was their collection of mesmerizing artworks that illuminated the darkness, truly a sight to behold. The staff took great pride in sharing the inspiring story of the talented artist behind these creations, offering us a glimpse into the passion and craftsmanship that went into each piece. While the prices of the exquisite items exceeded our budget on this occasion, we left with a firm resolve to return and adorn our home with something truly special from their store. The experience was unforgettable, and we eagerly anticipate our next visit, where we will undoubtedly find the perfect piece to embellish our living space.

Very beautiful products, all by hand! Excellent owner and the woman that paints the ceramics!

Nice shop for hunting beautiful ceramics in Istanbul Turkey, the owner and staff also very kind. Love to shopping here 👍👍👍

Very nice place!Very good price!Very nice owener!Come here,have tasty tea,buy beautiful goods and enjoy🙂👏!

Lovely place! We couldn't pass by not watching a storefront with huge vases. The shopmen is very friendly and not pushy. You can take your time. It's a pleasure to be there and realize all spectre of ceramics. We could enjoy it everytime we walked to the hotel. Thanks to the owner for having us.

We bought a wonderful tree of life art plate after a very competent an friendly advisory service. The shipping via cargoflight worked out wonderfully. The artwork arrived intact our office in austria in a very well packed wooden box. We give 5 stars and recommend shopping there.

We bought a plate from here and left it in our hotel room accidentally. This shop got it back and said they would post it to us. They took money for postage and never posted it. It’s a racket, the tour guides bring people here. Products are beautiful but expensive, Unfortunately they have no integrity. We paid over €200 for plate and postage and have nothing