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Don't Take the Bait

Mister Thoms | 2017

In Love with the Forest

Mr. Woodland | 2015

Tempus Fugit

A R Y Z | 2014

De Motu Corporum Ex Percussione

DAAN BOTLEK | 2017

Untie Yourself

Mário Belém | 2014

Combo

BIGOD & HUARIU | 2021

Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen II

SAMINA | 2019

Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen I

SAMINA | 2019

Adriófilo Resendino

SAMINA | 2017

Robots Will Need Omega 3

THIRD | 2017

Bandit Queen

Jorge Charrua | 2017

Cleopatra

BTOY | 2018

You Talkin To Me

Tars8Two | 2021

Rakim & Queen Latifah

Tars8Two | 2020

Pantera

Tars8Two & Le Funky | 2022

Bootsy Collins

Tars8Two & Le Funky | 2021

Bears, Birds and Raccoons

Pipsqueak Was Here | 2014

Dark Beauty

SOKAR UNO | 2017

Smartphone Addiction

Padure | 2016

Dive Time

Padure | 2016

Chained to the Past

Fiumani | 2022

Neighborhood Kid

André Nada | 2022

Touristic Bus

M-City | 2016

Face of the City

Czarnobyl | 2017

More than 30 paintings

Urban Art

Urban Art in Lagos: An Open-Air Gallery

Most visitors come to Lagos for the beaches and never notice the gallery hiding in plain sight — more than 30 works of street art scattered across the town's walls, corners and quiet streets. From huge building-side murals to small surprises above a doorway, it's one of the best free things to do in Lagos, and a great excuse to explore the parts of town the crowds skip.

What you'll find

The collection spans striking large-scale murals and smaller pieces, by Portuguese and international artists alike, covering everything from social commentary to portraits, local life and pure colour. Some are bold and impossible to miss; others reward a wandering eye. Because street art is impermanent by nature, the collection changes over time — new works appear and others fade, so what you see is always a snapshot of the moment.

See it as a self-guided walk

The most rewarding way to experience Lagos street art is on foot, as a treasure hunt through the old town and beyond. We've put together a full route with tips and context: our guide to the self-guided Lagos street art walking tour shows you how to find the works, how long to allow, and how to enjoy them responsibly.

It's free, suits all ages, works in any weather that isn't pouring, and turns a town walk into something memorable — turning it into a "spot the mural" game keeps children engaged, too.

Browse the collection

Explore all the works below to see each piece, its location and the story behind it, then follow our walking-tour guide to string them together at your own pace.

FAQ

Is there street art in Lagos, Portugal?

Yes — more than 30 works are spread across the town, from large murals to small hidden pieces, by Portuguese and international artists. It makes a great free, self-guided walking tour.

How do I find the street art in Lagos?

Browse the collection here for each work and its location, then follow our self-guided walking-tour guide to plan a route. A relaxed central loop takes about 1.5–2 hours on foot.

Is the Lagos street art tour free?

Completely — it's a self-guided outdoor walk. You only spend on whatever coffee or lunch you stop for along the way.

Is it suitable for children?

Very — turning it into a "spot the mural" hunt keeps kids engaged through a town walk, and it works for all ages and any weather that isn't pouring.

Does the street art change over time?

Yes — street art is impermanent by nature. New works appear and others fade or go, so the collection is always evolving and what you see is a snapshot of the moment.

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