Lisbon: Street Art Walking Tour & Azulejo Wall Experience

Summary

Lisbon’s creative neighborhoods come alive with murals, music, and stories

You’ll wander Lisbon’s most creative neighborhoods with locals who live and breathe street art—seeing new murals, hearing stories behind each piece, and even trying your hand at spray painting if you want. Expect laughter, unexpected details (like roasted chestnuts or secret alleyways), and leave knowing your ticket helps support new art across Lisbon.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the first mural to hit me like that. We’d barely left the tram stop in Mouraria when our guide, Joana, pointed at this huge splash of color wrapping around a corner shop. The paint was still a little fresh—you could smell it if you got close enough—and she told us it was finished just last week. There was a guy selling roasted chestnuts nearby, smoke curling up into the morning air. I tried to ask for one in Portuguese and totally messed it up; he just grinned and handed me an extra anyway.

The walk through Lisbon’s old streets felt like flipping through someone’s sketchbook—graffiti tucked into alleyways, big bold faces staring down from faded walls. Joana knew every artist by name (or at least their tag), even told us which ones were from the neighborhood or visiting from abroad. At one point we stopped in front of a mural about fado—she hummed a few bars under her breath while we looked at the painted singers. It was kind of moving, actually. The keyword “Lisbon street art tour” doesn’t really cover how much you end up seeing about people’s lives here.

Climbing up towards Graça took some effort—I’m not gonna lie, those hills are real—but the view from Miradouro da Graça made me forget my legs for a minute. City rooftops rolling out to the river, and right below us these wild murals stretching across entire buildings. Joana pointed out their “Walls of Fame,” where artists from their yesyoucan.spray collective had left their mark. She even let us try some spray tools in a quiet spot (my attempt looked like a sad cloud but hey, it counts). And then there was this azulejo wall—supposedly the longest in the world—all blue and yellow tiles shimmering in the sun. I still think about that view sometimes when I hear fado on my playlist back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Lisbon's street art neighborhoods

• Discover Mouraria's street art and fado roots
• Climb to Miradouro da Graça viewpoint
• Explore Graça's murals and Walls of Fame
• See the longest Azulejo wall in Lisbon

Top questions

How long is the Lisbon street art tour?

The tour covers several neighborhoods on foot; allow for a few hours including stops and hill climbs.

Is there a local guide during the Lisbon street art tour?

Yes, tours are led by experienced local guides who know both artists and history.

Does this day trip include visiting Miradouro da Graça?

Yes, you’ll climb to Miradouro da Graça for city views and major murals.

Can I try spray painting during this Lisbon street art tour?

If you opt for the workshop/atelier version, spray tools are provided so you can try painting yourself.

Is public transportation near the starting point?

Yes, public transport options are available nearby for easy access to the meeting point.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Service animals are allowed on this walking tour through Lisbon’s neighborhoods.

Will I see traditional azulejo tiles on this tour?

You’ll visit what’s said to be the world’s longest azulejo wall—full of colorful tiles representing Lisbon.

What’s included

Your day includes immersive walks through Mouraria and Graça with an experienced street art guide who knows both international and local artists; stops at famous murals and hidden graffiti spots; entry to see the world’s longest azulejo wall; use of spray tools if you’ve picked the workshop option; special deals with your Street Art Lovers card; plus a small street art gift at the end as well as supporting emerging artists via their yesyoucan.spray collective.