Lisbon’s reputation for being a dynamic, colorful and vibrant city is well known. Street art is just one of the many ways artists are expressing themselves in Lisbon and you can find whole buildings covered in expressive murals or small artwork delivering poignant social commentary.
The spectrum of street art is ever-changing and Lisbon’s scene is thriving, turning abandoned buildings into works of art and adding even more color to already whimsical neighborhoods like Alfama and Bairro Alto.
Lisbon’s reputation for being a dynamic, colorful and vibrant city is well known. Street art is just one of the many ways artists are expressing themselves in Lisbon and you can find whole buildings covered in expressive murals or small artwork delivering poignant social commentary.
The spectrum of street art is ever-changing and Lisbon’s scene is thriving, turning abandoned buildings into works of art and adding even more color to already whimsical neighborhoods like Alfama and Bairro Alto.
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Lisbon’s reputation for being a dynamic, colorful and vibrant city is well known. Street art is just one of the many ways artists are expressing themselves in Lisbon and you can find whole buildings covered in expressive murals or small artwork delivering poignant social commentary.
The spectrum of street art is ever-changing and Lisbon’s scene is thriving, turning abandoned buildings into works of art and adding even more color to already whimsical neighborhoods like Alfama and Bairro Alto.
Even the trendy neighborhoods of Graça and Mouraria are getting in on the action and sport pieces from famed artists like Bordalo II and Vhils.
Take a street art tour in Lisbon to get a grasp of contemporary culture in this ancient city and explore the whimsical side of the Portuguese capital.
Here's all you need to know about street art tours, one of the most captivating options for sightseeing tours in Lisbon.
Street art tours in Lisbon help you uncover the city’s counterculture but also pass by significant monuments and landmarks along the way.
There are a few of these dual-purpose tours you can choose from to explore the city in a way best suited to your travel style.
A Lisbon street art tour by tuk-tuk takes you to hard-to-reach locations off the tourist map. You will also see the famed walls of Marvila and marvel at more than a dozen phenomenal murals served with a side of stunning views.
Your guide can pick you up hotel and this private 1.5 or 3 hours experience is perfect for people who enjoy setting their own relaxed pace on a tour.
Discover the street art of Lisbon from the ground level with a fascinating 3-hour walking tour.
This group experience visits Bairro Alto, Mouraria and Graça to show you work by famous local and international artists and show you how the city has been promoting and supporting this form of expression.
Let a local art lover and history buff show you around the hidden streets of Lisbon. This Lisbon street art tour is a great way to save money and also learn from a local about the city’s past and the role of art in the current society.
Forget about taking quick selfies in passing while on a Lisbon street art tour. This small group tour is perfect if you want a chance to capture the stunning murals and tags around Lisbon with a guide that can help you create memorable images.
Cover as much ground as possible with a street art tour in Lisbon in a minivan. Your guide will take you to the most creative locations around the city and intrigue you with stories of the city’s history and urban culture.
You can also opt for a 2-day tour that goes as far as Cascais and Leiria.
Combine culture and cuisine with this intriguing food tour. Indulge in seven different tastings in the Baixa and Mouraria neighborhoods as you uncover the hidden streets of Lisbon.
Along the way, you will stop to admire the creative urban art that decorates the streets and you will meet a Michelin Star chef who creates art from his food.
Street art tours in Lisbon take you through various neighborhoods in search of artistic creations, both big and small.
Bairro Alto and Afalma are both popular neighborhoods in Lisbon’s historical areas where artists find creative spaces to lay down their masterpieces.
Graça, Lisbon’s highest neighborhood is also frequented, and tourists adore the marvelous views across the city from its viewpoints.
Tuk-tuk and minivan tours can also take you further afield into the neighborhood of Marvila.
Not many tourists visit this residential area, but the uniform white apartment blocks make the perfect canvas for soaring 5-story murals. These gigantic artworks are true showstoppers.
Free walking tours are the most cost-effective street art tours in Lisbon but it is expected that you tip your guide between €10 and €20.
Walking tours are also budget-friendly and you will pay around €30 per person for a small group guided experience while photo tours cost €50 per person.
A tuk-tuk street art tour in Lisbon costs €90 for two people or €170 for a vehicle that takes up to 6 people.
A minivan street art tour costs €80 per person or €180 per person for a private tour depending on the group size.
The 2-day minivan tour costs €400 per person but the price comes down significantly if you book for more people.
All Lisbon street art tours are led by a knowledgeable guide that will show you all the hidden treasures around the city.
Tours by tuk-tuk or minivan also include hotel pickup and drop-off for added convenience.
Street art walking tours in Lisbon all meet in front of significant monuments, restaurants or squares. They all focus on different neighborhoods and you could be meeting in Bairro Alto, Afalma or Graça depending on your tour’s focus.
You will easily spot your tour guide as they will be holding an umbrella or wearing a bright item of clothing.
Tuk-tuk tours and minivan tours offer hotel pickup. Your hotel needs to be in the city center or you can arrange any other convenient pick-up location when booking.
The shortest street art tour in Lisbon is 1.5 hours while most tours last around 3 hours.
Lisbon has lovely weather for most of the year and some rain or wind won’t stop your tour from going ahead.
Street art tours are a great alternative to regular city tours and you should take them at the beginning of your stay to get an idea of the city’s layout.
The tours also offer you insight into Lisbon’s history and your guide will be happy to share ideas about what else you can do during your visit.