Top Porto Art & Culture Classes

Learn about Portuguese tiles and enjoy an immersive cultural and artistic experience in a private tile paining class in downtown Porto. Learn about the history of Portuguese tiles and tiling technique, then choose from pre-designed replicas of traditional Porto tiles to paint and create your own unique souvenir to take home.

Our Azulejo Tile Painting Workshop is the only one in Porto offering two options of tile painting techniques: -You can experience the original artisan glazing method, just as Portuguese craftsmen have done for centuries. This method tiles need to be fired in a ceramic kiln at 1,100°C (2,012°F), it takes up to 5 days to pick up or can be shipped. -Or choose the ready-to-go acrylic painting option, where your unique tile is sealed and ready to be taken home right after the workshop. Both allow you to create a unique piece of art to cherish. The session takes place in our working artist studio and gallery, surrounded by contemporary art and creative energy. Led by a professional artist, you’ll paint step by step, no experience needed, while also receiving insider tips of Porto’s best art galleries, museums, tile-covered architecture, and local restaurants. A perfect mix of authentic craftsmanship, creativity, and local insight, this workshop is truly one of a kind.

Whether you come alone, with friends, or with family, this is an opportunity to take a creative break and enjoy a different artistic moment. For €13, you will have access to all the necessary painting materials (paints and brushes). At the studio, choose the piece you want to paint and only pays the difference until the value of the piece is reached, with prices ranging from €13 to €50. After painting, we take care of the firing and your piece will be ready to be picked up until 2 to 3 weeks after. The availability of ceramic pieces is subject to the stock available at the time of your visit. We cannot guarantee the availability of specific models. Thank you for your understanding. At Domus Arte, we don't just offer workshops. We create true cultural journeys through Portuguese crafts. As a concept store and gallery, we celebrate the work of local brands and artisans and invite you to be part of this creative and authentic story.

You’ll receive a white ceramic tile and can choose from an exclusive selection of traditional tile patterns carefully selected and documented by our team directly from the streets of Porto, which you can replicate, or create your own original design. Your instructor will guide you throughout the painting process, making it accessible for beginners and enjoyable for all ages. Throughout the workshop, enjoy Port wine, juice, water, coffee, and a selection of sweet and savory snacks, while relaxing, socializing, and painting. After the session, you take your hand-painted souvenir of your time in Portugal. This activity is ideal for all occasions: solo travelers, families, bachelor and bachelorette parties, team-building events, or simply enjoying time with friends.

Guests will be provided with a blank white tile and various patterns and designs to choose from. The patterns will be traced onto the tiles then filled in with acrylic paint, which dries much faster than ceramic paint and doesn't require being fired in a kiln. Guests can then take home their tiles the same day!

Location of Prestige: The Salão Nobre is a scenario worthy of the nobility of other times, turning the concert into a memorable moment. Interactive and Inclusive: Explanations in multiple languages so everyone can understand the soul of Fado. Unique Variety: The possibility to choose your Port Wine (offering). Ideal Hours: Located in the city centre, it is the perfect activity to start your evening in Porto before dinner.

We know ceramic workshops is a big trend, but this is something else. Here, you’ll: • Explore ceramics by choosing a pre-glazed jar from another participant • Blend a personal fragrance using a curated scent palette • Learn the art of candle-making and fragrance design • Pause for snacks & drinks in our beautiful garden • Glaze your own porcelain vessel, which will be fired and used by a future guest • Leave with a finished candle and the memory of having added to a global chain of shared creativity Whether you're searching for a ceramics workshop in Porto, a candle-making workshop, or an authentic creative activity during your visit, this experience brings it all together.

Create your own souvenir to remember your time in Porto during this watercolor workshop. Join a small group and learn how to manipulate the paints to create your very own artwork. Your teacher shows you the techniques used to make a beautiful painting and assists you while you paint the Porto landscape.

Creative Workshops: Will we wake up your creativity? How does it work? Through your own hands you will create art that you will take home. Check out our weekly workshops at the Menu publisher. The material used is included. Come and surprise yourself. We are an Atelier dedicated exclusively to the creative DA Woman, we provide art and meditation experiences that help you get out of the routine. Discover your power through YOUR creativity. See you, Atelier Katharós

Take the guesswork out of finding the best eats in Porto when you book this food and wine tasting tour of the city's beloved cafés and markets. Try regional delights, from sweet custard tarts to savory classics like a ‘bolinho de bacalhau’ codfish. Taste northern Portugal’s world-renowned export of Port and learn its history and cultural impact. Opt for a small-group or private tour with several tastings, or upgrade to also include a full meal at the end.

Hop into a private eco-friendly electric tuk-tuk and discover Porto’s top sights on this private tour. Begin with stunning views over the Douro River from Serra do Pilar, then head to the vibrant Rua Santa Catarina, where you’ll experience the city’s lively atmosphere. Tick off the grand Aliados Avenue, the historic Cordoaria district, and Porto Cathedral.

The session begins with a practical introduction to color theory, covering light and shade, blending, and complementary tones. Using a 21x30 cm acrylic canvas, you’ll explore layering, toning, and creating visual effects that bring your ideas to life. Next, you’ll learn the key properties of acrylics, from brush techniques, pressure, and angles to diluting with water and working with drying layers. You’ll also practice background painting, color veiling, and other techniques that help each stroke convey your vision. Participants can choose to replicate base designs provided or create an original composition from scratch, while our instructors provide guidance and feedback to refine technique and complete each artwork. The workshop includes a selection of sweet and savory snacks, as well as water, juice, Port wine, and coffee. The experience takes place at Domus Arte, a concept store dedicated to workshops, art exhibitions, and Portuguese handmade crafts.

Take in the beautiful sights and sounds of Porto from the comfort of a private Tuk Tuk tour in Porto. Sip a glass of Port wine as you gain a new perspective on the city’s historic center, check out the Douro River from several angles, and explore hidden nooks and crannies that other travelers may not experience. Meanwhile, your driver-guide will provide context and commentary.

If you’re visiting Porto for the first time, get an intimate glimpse into Portugal’s second city during a private half-day tour—the ideal choice for visitors with limited time. A private guide ensures you receive personalized attention and tailored recommendations, while air-conditioned transport allows you to zip between highlights such as Torre & Igreja dos Clerigos and the Ribeira District with ease. Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

You will be able to choose and personalize the denim jacket of your dreams! We will spend 3 hours together where you will learn the technique of textile painting and where you will have various colors to make your jacket a real masterpiece!

This is a tile painting and Port wine experience in a handmade ceramics studio. We will also demonstrate the manufacturing process, where the tiles are produced by hand using artisanal processes in our studio.

Create your own Portuguese-style tile in a vibrant ceramic studio in the heart of Porto, guided by a professional artist who makes the process simple and enjoyable for all skill levels. Surrounded by contemporary ceramic works, you’ll experience a unique blend of tradition and modern creativity while painting your own design using vibrant colors and easy-to-use stencils. Unlike traditional tile workshops, this experience offers immediate results — your tile is finished, sealed with a glossy protective varnish, and ready to take home the same day, safely packaged for travel. No waiting, no shipping delays — just a relaxed, creative experience and a meaningful handmade souvenir from your time in Porto.

A combination of art and wellbeing. Each session is customized according to the pace and energy of each participant, allowing everyone to live a moment of calm, creative expression and inner connection. The experience will be memorable and unique. In addition, I receive people from all over the world with personalized attention, creating a welcoming space that makes every visit a genuine exchange not only a tourist activity, but an emotional and artistic experience unforgettable.

The hills of Porto can easily make you footsore, but you can avoid the hassle and save your energy during a Segway tour of the UNESCO-listed center. Select a small-group or private tour in the morning or afternoon and glide along cobblestone paths lined with historic monuments and attractions such as Ponte de Dom Luis I, Porto Cathedral, São Bento Station, and Clérigos Tower. With your local guide, appreciate architecture and uncover Roman legend all on a sleek electric Segway.

The workshop lasts two and a half hours, giving you plenty of time to invest into your masterpiece. And with all materials provided, there's nothing standing in the way of your creative vision. So, grab your friends or fly solo, and let's get crafting! It's an experience you won't forget, and you'll leave with a necklace that's as unique as you.

Unleash your creativity in Porto with a Tattoo on Paper workshop. This unique experience teaches you to use a tattoo machine fitted with a ballpoint pen cartridge to craft stunning artwork. Choose a cherished photo from Porto, simplify it into basic shapes, and learn the art of shading. Set against the backdrop of a charming garden or café, this workshop provides a relaxed atmosphere to hone your drawing skills, ensuring you leave with a beautiful notebook of watercolor paper featuring your initial practices and your favorite final piece.

Take a break from your day and come and learn from a local artist how to make a watercolor painting, immortalizing a place, site, typical detail of the city of Porto, while you relax in a well-being activity, possibly portraying some place or historical heritage. Create your own art with watercolors! No prior knowledge is necessary, and no level of demand is required, just learn something new, with relaxation and pleasure, thus taking a little bit of Porto with you. You can bring a print of a photograph of yourself, or several images will be provided during the workshop to support or inspire you. Your work can be representative or creative and I will be there to guide you. At the end you will take your work with you, which you can then frame to remember later! During the workshop you will have music, coffee, tea and cookies to make you feel more comfortable.

What makes this workshop special is its exclusivity. It is rare to find a space DE teaching women, in a practical and welcoming way, how to surprise and enchant the partner in intimate moments.