Porto: Azulejos Tiles Walking Tour
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Discover the tile art of Porto on a guided walking tour. Admire the beautiful tile art that decorates the city, and learn about its history from your guide.
Highlights
- Admire the beautiful tile art that decorates the city of Porto
- See the most important assets of the UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Learn about the history of the city and its tile art from your guide
- Visit churches, depots, stores, and the train station on your tour
- Discover the different techniques and applications of tile art
Description
Discover the history of the tiles of Porto on a guided walking tour. Learn about the different techniques and applications of the tiles as you explore the city's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Meet your guide at Carmo Church and set off on a walking tour of the historic center. See the tiles that adorn the churches, depots, stores, and train station. Learn about the different techniques and applications of the tiles as you explore the city's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Admire the tiles that cover the buildings in the city. Some form billboards, while others coat the buildings in intricate patterns. Learn about the history of the tiles and the factories that produced them.
Includes
3-hour guided walking tour
Visit to churches, depots, stores, and the train station
Insights into the history of Porto's tiles and their production
Observation of various tile patterns and panels
Important Information
- The tour starts at Carmo church
The tour ends next to the São Bento train station
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund