15 Azulejo Tile Tours in Lisbon Worth Booking

1.Azulejos’ Design Create Your Own Tile Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 420 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $64Our pick

Design and paint a Lisbon azulejos tile with the Formettes method, then heat-press it onto ceramic and take it home same day.

“I really enjoyed the experience and I would definitely repeat it again. Agathe was so kind, has an amazing studio and made us feel very cozy there.”

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2.Arrabida Wine Tour – Lisbon: Wineries-Tastings-Tile Factory

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 179 reviews · 9 hours · from $94

Small-group Arrábida day trip from Lisbon: 7 wine tastings, 2 wineries, Azeitao tiles, Sesimbra seafood, and Cristo Rei views from Lisbon.

“We had an absolutely fantastic tour. Miguel was a brilliant guide, who was knowledgeable, interesting, and did a great job of making us all feel part of the group, and the scenery was stunning. This trip visited places that were much quieter than those on other day trips we've taken, which is really surprising given how beautiful and interesting the area is. I would absolutely recommend this trip to anyone who enjoys scenery, getting away from the crowds... and wine!”

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3.Arrabida Wine Tour from Lisbon: Wineries, Tastings & Tile Factory

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $96.79Top rated

Arrábida wine tour from Lisbon: 2 family wineries, 7 tastings, Azeitão tiles, Sesimbra seaside views, and Cristo Rei photos.

“We had an amazing day with Kat and loved the entire experience. There was so much to see on this trip and the views were spectacular. Kat was extremely knowledgeable and a joy to spend the day with. And the wine was fantastic! Highly recommend this trip! You won't be dissapointed!”

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4.Paint your tile and create your unique piece in an art gallery in Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 116 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $58Best value

Paint your own Lisbon azulejo tile at Galeria 1758, learn Portuguese techniques, and take home two fired hand-painted tiles.

“It was a lot of fun and had a very creative atmosphere. Kristina speaks English and explained everything clearly, sharing interesting details along the way. I really enjoyed the experience.”

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5.Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $102.12

Hands-on azulejo tile painting in Azeitão with Lisbon views, then a self-paced visit to the National Tile Museum, plus flexible lunch.

“Raquel from Around Lisbon is a wonderful and knowledgeable guide with a degree in fine arts. Be sure to take the tour early in order to bring home your tiles and honestly get the most from your vacation in Portugal. Enjoy!”

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6.Private Lisbon Wine & Tile Painting Tour – Sesimbra & Traditions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $257.63

Private Lisbon tour to Sesimbra: oysters at a historic market, hands-on azulejo painting with shipping, Azeitão wine tastings, and Cristo Rei views.

“Nidia was an excellent tour guide and this tour was exactly what we were looking for! Communication was very easy prior to and our during our tour day! The wine tasting and tile making class were both great fun. I would highly recommend this tour as well as Nidia to anyone who wants to experience a small taste of Portugal outside of Lisbon!”

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7.The Portuguese Tiles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60.24

Lisbon’s azulejos route in 3.5 hours, led by Miguel Cardoso, with free-entry tile stops and a winning mix of art, history, and views.

“Really excellent tour if you love tiles. Miguel was sensational and offered a good overview of Lisbon and its history along with the evolution of tiles. It has helped me understand what I’m looking at as I travel through this city. Miguel was knowledgeable and considerate and offered many suggestions of places to eat and things to do. I wish I could take more of his tours”

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8.PRIVATE Tour to Factory of Tiles, Setúbal and Évora from Lisboa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $172.83

Private Lisbon tour to Leiveira Azulejos tile making, Setúbal markets, Arrábida coast, and Évora highlights. A/C van, free admissions.

“We spent two days with Antonio. We went to Evora and the Tile Factory one day and around the Lisbon area on the other day. Antonio is knowledgeable, patient and he lets you set your itinerary. He will go at your pace and gives you his full attention. I’ve also done the Sintra tour with him. He is an excellent guide and we will use him again when we return to Portugal. Highly recommend.”

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9.Portuguese Tile Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66.08

Make your own Lisbon azulejos tile in a small English-language workshop with tea and step-by-step design, finished after class with a thermal press.

“This was such a fun & unique experience! The instructor was so kind and patient. We had a great time, met wonderful people and are going home with beautiful tiles!”

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10.Lisbon Cheese Factory Visit, Wine Tasting and Tile Painting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $216.67

Taste Azeitão cheeses and four local wines, paint a ceramic tile, and finish with epic views from Cristo Rei in a full-day private tour.

“Really enjoyed this experience. The tour guide was very friendly, personable and knowledgeable. He picked us up at our hotel and took us to three very interesting activities. We started with a fascinating tour of a cheese making factory that enRead more”

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11.Portuguese Tiles and Wine History – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 11 reviews · 8 hours · from $176

Private 8-hour Lisbon tour linking Portuguese tiles, wine history, and Arrabida views, with tile factory and a guided tasting.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable and took time to explain the history and cultures of Lisbon.”

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12.Tile Workshop and Wine Tasting Tour with Hotel Pick-Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $210.72

Private Lisbon tile workshop and wine tasting day trip with hotel pickup, Arrábida scenery, and time to paint and create your own azulejo.

“Great tour, great organization. We loved the day spent with Ricardo, he knows how to offer us the country's tradition with art and wine tasting.”

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13.Visit to Tile Museum in Lisbon with a Licensed Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $228.78

A private 90-minute Lisbon visit to the National Tile Museum with licensed guide Ana Martins, focusing on tile history and medieval techniques.

“The tour and our guide, Ana, was excellent. Ana was incredibly knowledgeable and flexible given our arrival.”

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14.Lisbon Tiles and Tales: Full-Day Tile Workshop and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 8 hours · from $117

Tour Lisbon tiles end to end, from an Azeitão workshop where you paint your own to the Azulejo Museum at Madre de Deus.

“Had the most wonderful day learning about the tiles with Nuno! Really enjoyed making my own! I recommend this activity!”

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15.Arrábida Azeitão Palmela and Setúbal Private Tour + Tile Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $269.16

Private 8-hour Lisbon south-coast tour to Setúbal, Palmela, Arrábida and Azeitão, plus a handcrafted tile visit with pickup.

“This is an excellent tour to see beautiful, less travelled areas outside of Lisbon. Our host Pedro was so friendly and knowledgeable. It was truly an amazing way to spend the day and get a look beyond the typical tourist locations. Many thanks Pedro. We highly recommend this tour and especially Pedro.”

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