Top Porto Classes & Workshops

This workshop will be accompanied by good conversation, good music and fun. In the end, you will be able to shine with your friends and family. For families with children, a private workshop can be scheduled. Special conditions for groups of 10 or more people.

Hand-painted azulejos, or tiles, can be found all throughout Portugal, but their rich cultural history can be easy to overlook on your own. Unlock the heritage behind this ancient art form during a private tile painting workshop in downtown Porto. Choose from pre-designed replicas of traditional Porto tiles to paint and create your own unique souvenir to take home.

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. ⚠️ Tile pickup period: 4 months from the date of the workshop

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 3 to 4 weeks after. The availability of ceramic pieces is subject to the stock available at the time of your visit. If in-person pickup is not available, we will ship the items; shipping costs are not included. Shipping costs are currently approximately €6 to €8 for Portugal and Spain and €16 to €20 for other European countries; these amounts may vary depending on the destination, the weight and dimensions of the order. ⚠️ Pickup period: 4 months from the date of notification to pick up

Discover the secrets behind Portugal's beloved pastry, the pastel de nata, in this hands-on baking workshop. Learn how to make the pastry and dough from scratch, while sipping wine from the region and engaging in conversations about Portuguese culture. After mastering the recipe, indulge in the warm pastries you’ve created!

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.

“Pastel de nata” (custard tarts) are one of Portugal’s iconic treats, and this experience in Porto lets you both taste and learn how to make them. In a small-group workshop, you’ll prepare the custard filling, bake the tarts, and enjoy them with your choice of Porto wine, bottled water, coffee, or tea. All ingredients are provided for a hassle-free experience.

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!

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.

Join Porto’s #1 craziest and fastest-growing pub crawl — the best deal in town! Hit 4+ top bars and clubs, enjoy 9+ free drinks and shots, VIP entry, and wild drinking games. Meet 50+ people — only 2 nights a week, and it sells out fast. Book now!

Pastel de nata are one of Portugal’s most famous sweet treats, but most people only eat them rather than learn to create them at home. This cooking class equips you with the tips and tricks you need to make the custard tarts in a small group that promises personalized instruction from your guide.

This Porto cooking class combines eating a 3-course meal with an activity where you can actually learn to make a Portuguese meal from a traditional chef from the area. Once you make your meal, enjoy it with wine, tea, or coffee. You can also upgrade to add a market visit beforehand where you learn how to pick out local ingredients.

Discover the secrets of Portugal’s most iconic pastry in a hands-on Pastel de Nata workshop. Guided by expert instructors with years of experience, you’ll follow a step-by-step process to create several delicious tarts, enjoy them on site with Port wine, coffee, and snacks, and take home our exclusive house-made recipe. Along the way, learn the fascinating history of the Pastel de Nata and gain the confidence to recreate this beloved Portuguese treat at home. This is a truly immersive culinary experience combining culture, technique, and indulgence.

Discover the essence of Portuguese cuisine with hands-on cooking experiences in Porto city center. Whether you’re a passionate home cook or a curious traveler, our sessions are designed to bring people together around the table, where the best memories are made.

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.

The class focuses on preparing a 100% plant-based custard filling and the baking process. The puff pastry is pre-prepared, and you’ll receive an exclusive house-made recipe to recreate it at home, as puff pastry requires several hours to be ready for use. The session also includes a short and accessible introduction to the history of the Pastel de Nata in Portugal, from its origins in Lisbon to its evolution into one of the country’s most famous pastries, with insight into how this traditional recipe can be successfully adapted to a vegan version without losing its essence. Each participant will prepare several vegan Pastéis de Nata, which can be enjoyed on site or taken away. A transport box is included for your pastries. Throughout the workshop, enjoy Port wine, juice, water, coffee, and sweet and savory snacks, in a relaxed and social atmosphere. At the end of the session, you’ll leave with the confidence, and the recipe, to recreate this vegan Portuguese classic at home.

Join a local surf enthusiast for a personalized surf experience on northern Portugal’s best beaches. Get picked up in central Porto and head to an ideal spot for the day’s conditions. With all gear provided—wetsuit, surfboard, and water—you have everything you need for this tailored session, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned surfer.

Cook a full traditional Portuguese meal in Porto from scratch, including appetizers, a main dish, and homemade Pastel de Nata. Enjoy an intimate, hands-on experience in Jorge and Isabel’s plant-filled home with expert step-by-step guidance. Upgrade with a market-to-table tour, sourcing fresh ingredients from one of Porto’s top fish and produce markets. Perfect for food lovers seeking authentic Portuguese flavors, local stories, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere in Porto.

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.

This isn’t your typical Porto cooking class. Chef Filipe brings forgotten Portuguese recipes to life, using food to tell stories that span centuries—from Portugal’s Moorish heritage and Age of Discoveries to royal and convent kitchens. Cook in his family home, discover the fascinating history behind each dish, and then gather around the table with Filipe and his family to enjoy your meal with thoughtfully selected Portuguese wine pairings. It’s an intimate combination of hands-on cooking, storytelling, history and local connection that offers a deeper taste of Portuguese culture.

Pastel de nata is easily one of Portugal’s most famous foods and this cooking class teaches you how to make the sweet treat from scratch. Join a small group in a local home to begin your lesson. Learn to make the pastry and the filling and while your dessert is baking, your host will regale you with the story of how this pastry came to be.

Taste the taste of the newly made Nate Pastel, a Portuguese classic Learn the secrets of making this iconic pastry in a practical workshop with a familiar setting while being part of a small group. Enjoy a fun and collaborative atmosphere while working with other participants. Discover the traditions behind one of Portugal’s most appreciated sweets while creating your own Root Nate Pastels. Guided step by step in a relaxed and creative studio environment, you will prepare the pasta, the creamy filling and learn the baking techniques used to get the perfect golden finish. Enjoy to taste your fresh sweets accompanied by local drinks and a good conversation. No previous cooking experience is required – only curiosity, creativity and appetite.

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.