Porto: Azulejos Tiles Walking Tour
ID: GYG932460-1456054
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
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.
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.
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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour starts at Carmo church
The tour ends next to the São Bento train station
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
by the tiled facade
INCLUDED
- 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
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
