Top Lisbon Art Classes

You will have the unique opportunity to paint your own ceramic tile, as there is no better way to learn than by doing.You will have the unique opportunity to paint your own ceramic tile, as there is no better way to learn than by doing. I will guide you step by step, and you will have a choice from a selection of patterns. The tiles need to go in the kiln, so be sure to have one or two days after to get them back.

Get a unique insight into Portuguese culture and express your creative side with the help of a local teacher on this small-group tile design workshop in Lisbon at PC das Novas Nações. Go home with a souvenir that’s uniquely yours, and get to know like-minded fellow travelers while you draw and chat. It’s an experience lots of Lisbon tourists miss out on.

Unlike standard souvenir shopping, this workshop lets you connect to Lisbon through making. You’ll learn simple jewellery‑making techniques, try professional tools and materials, and get plenty of artistic tips from a working designer. Because the groups are small, there’s time for individual attention, conversation, and creative experimentation – perfect for solo travelers, couples, and friends who want a relaxed but meaningful activity. All tools and materials are included, and you’ll walk away with a finished piece you can wear the same day, along with the story of how you made it. It’s a unique way to slow down during your trip, immerse yourself in the local creative scene, and take home something far more personal than anything you’d find in a shop.

Trade the camera for a paintbrush and capture the soul of Lisbon through your own eyes! Join a local artist for an intimate, hands-on urban sketching workshop through the city's most picturesque corners. Whether you are a total beginner or an experienced illustrator, you will learn practical sketching and watercolor techniques while creating your own unique Lisbon travel journal. All professional art materials are included! This workshop is designed for everyone, from beginners to seasoned illustrators, and you’ll leave with your very own travel journal filled with your artistic creations. All necessary art materials are provided, allowing you to focus solely on capturing the essence of Lisbon through your own artistic lens.

Uncover the art of traditional azulejo painting in the charming Graça district of Lisbon. This immersive workshop allows participants to hand-paint their own unique tile using the authentic majolica technique with mineral pigments and real brushes. In just 90 minutes, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind piece that expresses your artistic flair. After kiln-firing overnight, your masterpiece will be ready for collection the next day, ensuring you leave with a true piece of Portuguese heritage. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your creativity and a steady hand.

Join this exclusive Lisbon Sketching Tour and uncover the city’s charm through the eyes of Natercia, a talented local artist. Over a relaxed, one-day urban sketching adventure, you’ll explore Lisbon’s most iconic and secret viewpoints—places loved by artists and locals alike. Your guide, a Portuguese artist, will share fascinating stories and fun facts about Lisbon’s historic streets and hidden corners as you capture the city’s beauty with your own sketches. No prior art experience needed—this tour is about living Lisbon in a creative rhythm, turning memorable sights into personalized postcards. Take home unique works of art and gain exclusive insight into the vibrant art scene of Lisbon. Perfect for art lovers, culture seekers, and anyone looking for a creative day in one of Europe’s most picturesque cities.

Discover Alentejo through your own hands. This private full-day experience takes you away from mass tourism and into the living craft traditions of the Alentejo, connecting you with local makers, specialist artisans and the natural materials that have shaped the region for generations. Built around two of the Alentejo’s most distinctive materials, cork and clay, the day is designed to be genuinely hands-on. Discover the stories and traditional knowledge behind each craft, then work directly with the materials and create something of your own. Rather than watching demonstrations created for tourists, you will experience local craftsmanship where it is genuinely practised, alongside people connected to these traditions. Instead of simply seeing Alentejo traditions, you will meet the people who keep them alive, touch them, shape them and become part of their story.

Explore the city of Lisbon and capture the beautiful city on this photography walking tour. Choose between a 3- or 6-hour tour and follow your guide around the city’s most photogenic spots such as the historic Alfama district, along the historic tram lines, the city viewpoints, and more. Learn basic techniques and how to capture the city from different angles and leave with beautiful memories of your trip to Lisbon.

Experience Benfica, the biggest football club in Portugal, with a flexible entrance ticket that lets you choose from a visit to the stadium, the museum, or both. Step inside the 65,000-seat stadium to see the locker rooms, the press boxes, and enjoy the new immersive experience on a guided (available from October 15 to June 15) or self-guided tour (outside of those dates). At the museum, explore over 20,000 documents, images, and relics independently.

Whether you're exploring Lisbon with a camera strapped around your neck, are seeking to learn more about long exposure photography, or simply want to fill in your travel gallery with mesmerizing cityscapes and landscapes, this unique photography workshop experience is ideal for you and will allow you to see the capital of Portugal in a different light. The workshop is destined for photography amateurs with little experience in long exposure as well as more knowledgeable passionates and travellers who are not satisfied with a gallery containing only travel selfies. Mandatory equipment: - a DLSR or mirrorless camera with a (preferably wide-angle) lens - a tripod - ND Filters - remote shutter release control (not indispensable but highly recommended) The workshop does not include photo editing/post-processing. Each participant retains the rights to their own photos taken during the workshop and their photos only.

In a chill and easygoing atmosphere, leave your stress behind and let your creativity take over. Bring your friends, meet new faces, and enjoy a drink or two as you work on your own one-of-a-kind sketch with guidance from a well-known artist.

Most photo walks focus on postcard views or preset stops. This experience is different. Led by Jaki, a working photographer and co-founder of the Lisbon Street Photo Fest, it focuses on how to see rather than where to go. The walk blends teaching and exploration, moving through areas chosen for their light, texture, and atmosphere. You’ll learn how to read a scene, notice timing and rhythm, and photograph with intention instead of impulse. The group stays small so everyone receives personal guidance, no matter what camera they use. By the end, you’ll understand how photographers approach a city and how to translate what you see into meaningful images.

Most photo walks stick to postcard viewpoints. This one follows a movie. Led by Jaki, a working photographer and co-founder of the Lisbon Street Photo Fest, this walk traces locations from Wim Wenders' 1994 film Lisbon Story through Baixa-Chiado and Alfama. You'll see what the camera framed in 1994 and what's there now, then shoot your own version of those same scenes. The group stays small so everyone gets real guidance, whatever camera you're using. By the end you'll have your own photographic take on a place that already has one on film.

Don't just visit Lisbon - become the main character of its story! Unlike standard photos, we offer a carefully curated downhill journey that saves your energy for the camera. We start at the city’s highest peaks for breathtaking views & glide down through the soul of Alfama, finishing at the grand riverside. This is a relaxed, stylish experience focused entirely on comfort. What makes us UNiQUE: Efficiency Meets Style: We’ve integrated a timed outfit change into the route, giving you the variety of two different photo sessions in one. The Postcard Shot: I’ve mastered the timing for the iconic Tram 28 passing by Cathedral; you won’t have to wait for hrs to get 'that' photo. STRESS-FREE Posing: I specialize in making 'camera-shy' people look like professional models with natural, candid guidance. Lightning FAST DELiVERY: Your memories shouldn't wait. You'll receive your professionally edited gallery within 48 hrs.

Capture Lisbon’s charm at sunrise or sunset with expert photo tips with photography and tour guide duo Maya and Migue. Explore Alfama’s alleys and photograph its colourful facades and street life. Then enjoy a coffee break with a delicious pastry at a local café. You can choose to shoot at sunrise or sunset to capture the stunning light and unforgettable street photography. This adventure is fully customisable and open to photography enthusiasts or just beginners who want to use a phone to take pictures.

Learning to surf works best with someone teaching the basics before you hit the water. From Lisbon, head over the April 25th Bridge to the coast for a small-group lesson, starting on the sand with the fundamentals before you paddle out to catch your first waves. Wetsuits and a range of boards are provided, with transport from central Lisbon included.