Porto is filled with tiles from churches, train stations, shops and ordinary homes, we find buildings covered by them. some form billboards other coating patterns.
Here in the north there were huge factories that produced and exported to all over the world so come with me to know its history, the factories and its painters, the different techniques and applications in a pleasant walk of about three hours.
Here in the north there were huge factories that produced and exported to all over the world so come with me to know its history, the factories and its painters, the different techniques and applications in a pleasant walk of about three hours.
What plans we have for you?
Find me at Carmo church and go for a walk through the historic center of Unesco heritage where we will point to one of its most important assets; Tiles.
We will visit a lot of places like churches, depots, stores, the train-station and on the tour you will find numerous other panels, patterns or friezes tiles, for which will also make a brief explanation of its historical framework
The end of the visit about 3 h occur next to the São Bento train station
We will visit a lot of places like churches, depots, stores, the train-station and on the tour you will find numerous other panels, patterns or friezes tiles, for which will also make a brief explanation of its historical framework
The end of the visit about 3 h occur next to the São Bento train station
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Tile painting workshops
PRESS TILE PAINTING WORKSHOP
1 tile, 1 hour - 20 Euros Perfect for anyone who wants to paint a beautiful Porto tile. Recommended for families and groups too. This workshop is suitable for children 4+ and adults alike. Children must participate with at least one adult. DETAILS - During this Express Workshop you will have the chance to: – Learn the traditional techniques of tile painting in Portugal – Paint 1 facade tile of Porto as it was made 170 years ago |
MASTER TILE PAINTING WORKSHOP
2 tiles, 2 hours - 30 Euros - If you are passionate about arts and crafts and want to know better about the Porto heritage this workshop is made right for you. For children and groups we recommend our EXPRESS WORKSHOP. DETAILS - During this Master Workshop you will have the chance to: – Discover the history of the Portuguese facade tiles – Learn the traditional techniques of tile painting in Portugal – Paint 2 facade tiles of Porto, as it was made 170 years ago |
The cost of the workshop is 20€ per person, including 1 tile ready to be painted, tools, materials and the firing.
If you want to paint extra tiles during the workshop the cost is 5€ per tile. |
The cost of the workshop is 30€ per person, including 2 tiles ready to be painted, tools, materials and the firing.
If you want to paint extra tiles during the workshop the cost is 5€ per tile. |
Starting Point - Rua Comandante Rodolfo de Araújo 162
* Minimum 2 pax |