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The Chapel of Souls clad in blue-and-white tiles

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Tiles and art in Porto

7 placesFreeUpdated November 4, 2026

From the tiles of São Bento, Capela das Almas and Carmo to the gilding of São Francisco and the Bolsa, and the modern architecture of Casa da Música and Serralves.

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  3. Museums & culture· Vitória

    Carmo Church

    An 18th-century Baroque church whose side wall is covered by a huge panel of blue-and-white tiles.

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    The Baroque facade of Carmo Church

  7. Museums & culture· Lordelo do Ouro

    Serralves

    A contemporary art museum, an art deco villa and a large park with gardens and woodland.

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    The art deco Serralves villa and its gardens

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How to see Porto's tiles and art

  1. Free azulejos

    São Bento's hall and the tiled façades of Capela das Almas and Carmo are visible from the street, no ticket needed, and are a few minutes' walk apart.

  2. The Bolsa: guided only

    The Palácio da Bolsa can only be seen inside on a scheduled guided tour. Buy a ticket on arrival or online, and pair it with São Francisco next door.

  3. Serralves and Casa da Música

    Both sit out towards Boavista. Take the metro to Casa da Música and a bus to Serralves, and allow half a day.

Checked on November 3, 2026. Opening hours and tickets can change, so check each place’s website before you go.

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