11:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
A watercolour class in a working artist's studio near the cathedral, painting Porto views step by step with professional paper and paints, and taking your work home.
Seats are limited to participants only, and children under twelve need an adult. 5 from 188 reviews at €35 per person for 2h.
All watercolour materials - 300grms Watercolour paper // brushes // Winsor & Newton Watercolours
All Our Guests Have Liability Insurance
Hugo do Lago fine artist step by step support to create your work
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.
Reviews
5.0
188 ratings Tripadvisor 131 · Viator 57
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 188 of 188
Star breakdown of all 188 ratings
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188 · 100%
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What reviewers say
Reviewers praise patient teaching and a calm studio; the class follows a prepared drawing.
Praised
Patient, encouraging instruction that puts beginners at ease
Clear demonstrations of colour mixing, brushwork and watercolour techniques
Individual help and a pace that accommodates different skill levels
A calm, welcoming studio that offers a relaxing break from sightseeing
A finished painting of Porto to take home as a personal souvenir
Complaints
No recurring complaints appear in the supplied reviews
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (7 December 2022 to 11 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Lago Artes Open Studio Gallery - Original Art works by Hugo do Lago, close to Sé Cathedral, closest tube station São Bento (5min walk) · Open in Google Maps
Departure
11:00 on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Lago Artes by Hugo do Lago; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
I will guide you step by step showing how to work with watercolours in a very relaxed and supportive environment our unique indoor studio gallery Lago Artes. Creating your own art work, to take home, about Porto Landscape and magical views while you learn or develop a new skill will certainly be a meaningful time.. We hope you can join us! See you soon! Very Best Hugo do Lago
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
São Bento Tube station 5 minutes walking distance to our studio
Our studio is located in a typical and narrow street of morro da Sé Cathedral, in a walking distance you will find Sé Cathedral, Ribeira, D. Luis I Bridge, Guindais, São Bento Station, and the neighbourhood of Sé itself it's a typical and magical place full of inspiring spots.
Children
Children under 12 must be accompanied with an adult
Accessibility
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Larger / Private Groups pls enquire to lagoarte@gmail.com
Ltd seats available, pls only participants will be able to stay in the studio during the class.
@LagoArtes We host Acrylic, Charcoal, Watercolours, Plein Air painting
Good to know
Age 7+ Children under 12 must be accompanied with an adult
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.