Top Porto Art 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.

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.

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!

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. We cannot guarantee the availability of specific models. Thank you for your understanding. Shipping is available (starting at 8€ for Portugal and 25€ for European countries).

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.

Stuff yourself with delicious Portuguese cooking while learning the tricks of the trade on this guided gastronomy workshop in Porto. After deciding on what to cook with help from your friendly local guide, you’ll visit a supermarket and small garden to pick up everything you need to get started. Then your guide will take you to their own house to do the cooking. Enjoy fantastic Portuguese wine while you cook and snack on appetizers such as ham, cheese, olives and salad. After finishing your meal with your newfound friend you’ll be served dessert and traditional Port wine.

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.

Step into a creative studio and design your own Portugal-inspired charm necklace at a curated Ceramic Charm Bar. Guided by an artist, you’ll choose from a selection of handmade ceramic charms, each inspired by traditional Portuguese symbols such as Azulejo tiles, swallows, sardines, and hearts. Build your piece your way — from a minimal design to a playful composition of up to six charms, enhanced with pearls and brass accents. You’ll paint your ceramic elements using vibrant colors, then seal them with a glossy resin finish that makes them durable, polished, and ready to wear. This experience blends craft, storytelling, and personal expression. Each charm can represent a memory, a symbol, or a moment from your journey. At the end of the workshop, you’ll leave wearing your own handmade necklace — a meaningful and stylish souvenir from Porto. Perfect for creative travelers, and special occasions, this workshop offers a relaxed and inspiring way to connect with Portuguese culture.

Although small in size, Portugal has a rich and varied gastronomy, based on the Mediterranean diet but with several influences. In this Cooking Class you will learn to prepare traditional Portuguese dishes based upon typical recipes. Menus are always seasonal and incorporate local products wherever possible.You will prepare and enjoy a four course meal: appetizer, soup, main course and dessert. After the class you can enjoy a well deserved meal with the dishes you prepared, paired with different Portuguese wines. Take home the memories of the city and prepare a Typically Portuguese Meal for your friends and family. - Hands-on cooking class by a local Chef instructor. - Wines from demarcated regions and beverages included. - Class is made up of 8 participants maximum - Family friendly.

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.

Steep yourself in the history of Santiago de Compostela, without the hassle of driving or taking public transport, on this full-day guided sightseeing tour from Porto. Delve deep into the religious and cultural heritage of Galicia’s star city with the help of an expert guide. After leaving Porto, enjoy a scenic drive over the Portugal-Spain border. Then arrive in Santiago, where you’ll spend the day traversing this UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its pilgrimage route, the Caminho de Santiago (St. James' Way).

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.

Uncover the charm of Portugal’s two oldest cities on this full-day tour of Guimarães and Braga from Porto. Start in the medieval village of Guimarães for a walk through the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança and the Guimarães Castle. After a relaxing lunch break, head to the Roman city of Braga, home to the oldest archdiocese in Portugal, visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, and see the city’s historic cathedral, which dates back to the 11th century.

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 schedule options. The material used is included. Come and surprise yourself. We are an Atelier dedicated exclusively to the creativity of the woman, we provide art experiences that help out of the routine. Discover your power through your creativity. See you, Atelier Katharós

This unique activity embraces Portuguese culture, creative design and spiritual empowerment to make your one-of-a-kind memory or gift that will bless the space for years to come. Acrylic paint is used for a quick drying result allowing everyone to take the finished piece home with them immediately without having to wait! A fantastic activity for a wedding party, birthday celebration, date night, family-friendly fun, or just to be social and make new friends on a rainy day!

Learn how to photograph Porto with your phone or tablet while discovering the city and its less known streets and interesting spots! Join me on this walking workshop and improve your Mobile Photography!

Macs is a lively interdisciplinary arts and crafts studio in the Lapa area in central Porto. In your studio space, different art forms are practiced while the front area is reserved for ceramics. Your friendly and creative community are happy to welcome you in this special space where you can take inspiration from other’s creations.

Discover Porto aboard a glamorous vantage point, a replica of a 1920s Model T Ford. As a private guide drives the electric vehicle through the streets of Porto and Gaia, you can focus your attention on the sights. Must-see attractions, such as the Porto Cathedral, are on the route, along with the hidden corners of the city, far from the paths taken by tourists.

Venture from Porto to Spain on this day trip to Santiago de Compostela and the sacred pilgrimage route, St James Way. For centuries, pilgrims have made their way along this historic path, and on this tour, you can glean a part of their experience with your guide. Navigate between the sacred sites of Santiago de Compostela and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town with your guide leading the way. On your way back to Porto, stop at the charming Valença do Minho, dominated by a fortress of two towers.

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.

Take a break from sightseeing or the every day, and enjoy a unique photography experience by getting your portrait captured and printed on a metal plate in Porto. Immerse yourself in the creative process, which uses the wet plate collodion technique from the 19th century, and receive a timeless souvenir at the end.

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.

Professional photo shoot in unique Porto locations. The Photo Experience will create amazing photo memories from your visit. You will be able to see undiscovered locations and get the best photo story from your Lisbon visit. We can tailor each photo shoot to meet your requirements; we can travel to your location or we can suggest a location for the photo shoot. Our Photoshoots are ideal for any Tourists - Solo Traveler - Couples - Groups - Hen/Bachelorette & Stag/Bachelor Parties - Families - Secret proposal/Engagement - Honeymoon - Experienced Influencers and Models - New Influencers and Models What's Included: A Private online viewing gallery - 1 hour = 20 Final photos* - 2 hours = 30 Final photos* - 3 hours = 40 Final photos* - 4 hours = 50 Final photos* * same set of images - A unique location professional shoot experience for your holiday - DELIVERY - Up to 14 days after photoshoot. What's Excluded: - Transportation - Entry fees