In recent years, Lisbon has become one of the world capitals of street art.

Lisbon is an open-air gallery, not only for its beautiful tiled facades and Portuguese pavement, but also for its street art. The Portuguese capital is now recognised as one of the cities with the best street art, and some local artists (such as Vhils and Bordalo II) have their work all over the world. Vhils is known for sculpting faces on façades, while Bordalo II creates art from rubbish.

After the revolution of 25 April 1974, there was an explosion of political murals, and today artistic graffiti is even supported by the City Council, which created the Urban Art Gallery next to the emblematic Elevador da Glória. Several artistic interventions appear every day throughout the city, and many others are disappearing.

• Bairro Alto: Known for its vibrant nightlife, Bairro Alto is also home to many street art pieces on its facades and walls.
• Cais do Sodré: Another bohemian neighborhood in Lisbon that offers a wealth of urban art scattered throughout the streets.
• Alfama Neighborhood: The oldest neighborhood in Lisbon, famous for its narrow streets and alleyways, it also features a variety of paintings and artistic interventions.
• Marvila: A growing area with an ever-changing urban art scene, featuring vibrant murals and graffiti by talented artists.
• LX Factory: A creative and cultural space that houses galleries, shops and restaurants, where you’ll find a large concentration of urban art.
• São Bento Street: Known as the “Open Air Urban Art Gallery,” this street showcases several works by local artists.
• Ribeira Murals: Along the banks of the Tagus River, you’ll find murals and artistic interventions that add color and life to the area.
• Graça Neighborhood: Another neighborhood with an abundance of street art, which also offers stunning panoramic views of Lisbon.

It is important to note that street art is a form of free expression, but it is always advisable to respect private property and local authorities. Furthermore, the nature of street art is dynamic, and new pieces may appear or disappear over time. Therefore, exploring the streets of Lisbon is an ever-evolving adventure, allowing you to discover new forms of artistic expression with each visit.