Acerca de Photowalks.pt
En Photowalks.pt, organizamos tours y talleres de fotografía totalmente personalizados, así como tours para grupos pequeños con salidas diarias. Os nossos tours de fotografia estão disponíveis para reservar em grupos abertos com um máximo de 6 pessoas ou em experiências privadas. En privado podemos gestionar desde un invitado hasta grupos más destacados con toda la personalización que puedas imaginar. Contáctanos para más detalles sobre los tours privados o book your tour/workshop on any of the available daily departures.
Desde el principio
Photowalks.pt se inició en 2017 por Miguel Angelo Silvaun lisboeta y fotógrafo profesional. El objetivo era organizar paseos fotográficos en pequeños grupos, principalmente como un encuentro de fin de semana entre amantes de la fotografía.
Los primeros paseos fotográficos acogieron a pequeños grupos de amigos y a otros locales amigos de amigos. El éxito de esos primeros paseos se convirtió en traer ideas de algo más serio.
Desde el primer Cacilhas Photowalk, añadimos otros tours y talleres dentro de Lisboa con múltiples salidas diarias. Añadimos paseos fotográficos nocturnos y salidas de tours por la mañana. Recientemente, después de algunas peticiones de clientes corporativos, empezamos a organizar paseos y talleres privados, siendo estos extremadamente populares entre grupos de amigos, familias o clientes corporativos. De cara al futuro, ya estamos preparando nuevos talleres y paseos para diferentes destinos de Portugal. También se están preparando actividades de varios días para un futuro próximo.
Leer reseñas - Lo que dicen de nosotros
- Joseph K9/22/2022Thanks to this tour, I'm better able to shoot in low light The three-hour night photography walking tour I took with Miguel and another photographer helped improve my photography.
We meandered through various neighborhoods in and around Lisbon’s central district and up and down its hilly terrain.
We snapped photos of everything from wonderful cityscapes below, to people dining on the streets and squares, to dark alleys with graffiti murals. I got to see pockets of the city I don’t think I would have on my own.
If I had a question, Miguel had an answer. He helped me learn how to better navigate and use my new Sony a74. Even though I’m an experienced photographer, my weakness has always been shooting in low light. Miguel suggested I switch from shooting strictly in manual mode to shutter priority.
At one point, we stood for a time taking photos of street trolleys passing by so I could work on improving my ability to capture motion blur. During the rest of my trip through Portugal, I shot in shutter priority and my night photos looked much improved.
If I can take just one helpful tip away from tours like this, it’s worth it to me. Thanks to Miguel, I’m more equipped to take better low-light shots.read moreread less - R263LJnancyf9/20/2022Personal Tutorial with a Professional My tour group of 3 was small enough to feel like a private photography session. Miguel selected a route that included important sites as well as out of the way areas, all designed to provide interesting & compelling photographs. Although he is clearly very skilled as a professional, he was generous with advice for an amateur, & made sure we came away with a selection of images we couldn’t have taken on our own. Seeing Lisbon through his eyes made my experience richer & I hope to apply his lessons as I continue my travels.read moreread lessmanor7789/17/2022Level up your photography skills with Miguel The three hours with Miguel was time well spent. I was a point-and-click traveller, until I met Miguel who take excellent shots using easy-to-remember settings. Miguel is a professional photographer so this is a must-do activity for travellers who want to level up their photography skills.read moreread less
- sakshi_singhal7/15/2022One of the best Photo Guides in European cities My husband is an avid hobby photographer with serious DSLR equipment and I am a purely hobby photographer with an iPhone! Both of us travel the world in search of photographic memories and our teen son comes along everywhere. We did two different walking tours with Miguel on our June trip to Lisboa. He is one of the BEST photographic guides that we have worked with in any of the European cities.
He has a great eye for the best locations, adjusts on the fly based on picking up your interests and also adjusts as needed based on your complete itinerary in Lisboa. We did an early morning tour with him one day and he took us to some of the best locations and some very hidden spots too that we would not have discovered on our own. Next day, when we had booked an evening tour with him, he instead encouraged us to come to Cacilhas with him since we now knew our way around Lisboa and that would be unique. And it truly was!!
He is also a truly gifted street and portrait photographer himself so it was super cool to pick up tips & tricks from him. One can always grow by learning from fellow photographers, and he definitely added to our skills!! Would happily spend time with him again in Lisboa.read moreread lessMMphotography227/10/2022Great time exploring Lisbon! I spent a late afternoon and early evening with Miguel and had a great time seeing some areas I likely wouldn't have found on my own. Miguel was very accommodating and flexible with his schedule to help me maximize where we went during my short time in Lisbon, which I really appreciated. Plus, he's a phenomenal photographer and gave some great advice throughout the tour. Definitely recommend booking an experience with Miguel when in Lisbon!read moreread lessEileen6/28/2022I’m glad I spent my last day in Portugal with Miguel. He guided me through beautiful neighborhoods with endless opportunities for memorable shots. He easily understood my level of proficiency and gave me much needed help with exposure, timing and framing. Thank you!read moreread less - TheInspiredRaven6/20/2022What a fun night! It was just me and my guide Miguel. I learned so much and we walked around and took photos until quite late. We switched back and forth from night photography to black and white night photos where I think I took some pretty good shots and had a great time.read moreread lessyanameln6/19/2022Highlight of our trip We had a wonderful time with Miguel who showed us Lisbon through the camera lens. We got the best pictures possible and visited hidden corners that we would have never found on our own. We enjoyed it so much that booked the second tour with him visiting the southern bank of the river. Even more amazing shots and lots of memories!read moreread lessGetYourGuide traveler6/07/2022Photographing Lisbon at the first light of the morning when the alleys are still semi-deserted is definitely a different way to visit the city. My guide, Miguel, was very helpful and professional, giving me useful advice both in the photographic field and on the particularities of the neighborhoods we visited. Recommended!read moreread lessGetYourGuide traveler6/07/2022Fotografare Lisbona alle prime luci del mattino quando i vicoli sono ancora semi deserti è sicuramente un modo differente di visitare la città. La mia guida, Miguel, è stato molto disponibile e professionale, dandomi utili consigli sia in campo fotografico che sulle particolarità dei quartieri che abbiamo visitato. Consigliato!read moreread lessAndre2904926/07/2022Different view of Lisbon Photographing Lisbon at the crack of dawn when the alleys are still semi-deserted is definitely a different way of visiting the city. My guide, Miguel, was very helpful and professional, giving me useful advice both on photography and on the particularities of the neighbourhoods we visited. Recommended!read moreread less
- Brandy5/24/2022A great experience, would definitely recommend! Miguel was fantastic, he had lots of great photography tips and brought us to some beautiful places and also shared a little history. He's easy to talk to and I genuinely enjoyed our tour through the streets of Lisbon!read moreread lessannesi225/18/2022Cacilhas photo tour I decided to do the discover Cacilhas tour as I really enjoyed the Discover Lisbon private tour with Miguel. This was an area I wouldn't have thought about going to on my own. Miguel is very knowledgeable & I learned a lot about the local area. I really enjoyed walking around the market, and along the banks of the Tagus river. Great area for photos.read moreread lessannesi225/18/2022Great photowalk it was an early start for the sunrise tour. The streets were quite empty, so we got some great shots. Miguel gave me real helpful tips and feedback for taking pictures, we also went to places which I wouldn't have known about. This was the highlight of my stay in Lisbon, I would strongly recommend it.read moreread lessPikecaz5/14/2022Sensational photography experience This photography tour was a highlight of my stay in Lisbon. Miguel took me to places I would never
Have experienced and taught me to take photos with correct context and composition. It was a sensational
Morning where I learnt so much in a fun and professional environment. Perfect experience.read moreread less - VermontSanibel5/04/2022A wonderful walking tour with a talented, experienced photographer. Excellent morning walking tour with Miguel Silva. We walked to many interesting places that I could not have found on my own. He is a great photo teacher and offered great help in improving my photo skills. Before the Photowalk, he asked about subjects in Lisbon that might interest me, and about the photography equipment I had. Also, he was personable, a nice guy. He gave a lot of information about the city, including history, people , other places to visit, and even restaurants. My only regret is that I took the tour toward the end of my visit to LIsbon, rather than at the beginning.
Highly recommended, and I would definitely do it again!.read moreread lessKim3/20/2022This was a fantastic experience. As rain was expected when we were due to go, Miguel suggested the alternative of an evening tour. It is a brilliant opportunity to see a different part of Lisbon.. away from the crowds. He is warm and gentle in approach, supportive with his tips & a little bonus... he also helped out with other great tips on where to eat. This is incredible value for money... and on reflection we would have paid more than double for this experience. Highly recommend!read moreread less - Jason3/16/2022The night photography session with Miguel was the highlight of my time in Lisbon. Not only is he a warm and friendly host, but also he's a master photographer who can take anyone's skills to the next level. On the evening we met, a dust storm had descended on Lisbon making visibility very low. Instead of taking in the classic vistas and lookouts, we embarked on a street photography safari. Miguel guided me through some atmospheric neighborhoods and challenged me to capture Lisbon's trams in motion. All the while, we shared an easy and effortless conversation about Lisbon, photography, and life after the pandemic. I can't say enough good things about Miguel and the experience he offers. Book a session with him; you won't be disappointed.read moreread lessChristine3/02/2022I got lucky as I ended up being the only person attending the experience, so it was a 1 on 1 personalised lesson from Miguel. The experience even ended up being a bit longer -- 3 hours and 30 minutes and I learned a lot from just a short time. Miguel was open to whatever I wanted to learn instead of following a specific format, so he showed me some techniques for night photos, shooting Lisbon's famous trams, capturing people, lighting composition. I have a pretty technical camera which I don't even know all the in's and out's of and he spent some time trying to help me figure that out. The experience was even better than I expected. Since the pandemic started, I lost my excitement to take photos and I have to say I am inspired again :) Thank you, Miguel!read moreread lessBernetta2/23/2022Miguel is a great teacher and knows great spots for unique and beautiful photo opportunities. He is quick to reply via email and easy to work with. He is laid back which makes this experience even better. While I took a number of photos that I really like, the best part was learning various tips and tricks about composition and night photography. I also felt like he genuinely cared about what I wanted and what I was hoping to accomplish. I highly recommend this experience. (nb: I did this as a private session with a Canon EOS 80D and one zoom lens.). To get the best out of this experience be sure to know your camera settings well and enjoy learning from an expert photographer who is a local.read moreread lessNina2/22/2022I greatly enjoyed my photo tour with Miguel. I like street photography, and after to the requisite sunset pics, we wandered scenic streets, both hidden and lively, in search of interesting shots. Along the way he shared tips and advice in a pleasant and helpful manner. So in addition to having a good time, I also learned some new things I can use to improve my photography in the future. Warmly recommended!read moreread lessAntoinette1/24/2022Beyond my expectations!
I had a magical time with Miguel capturing Lisbon night life. I learned so much about photography and about the city. Miguel was very professional, helpful and caring during the whole tour.
If you want to discover Lisbon in a different way and improve your photography skills, I highly recommend this experience. Thanks Miguel!read moreread less - Carlos P12/02/2021Bespoke experience! I had the opportunity to do the Private Tour - Discover Cacilhas with a Photographer program.
In addition to Miguel's friendliness and total availability and his knowledge of the place, we also had the opportunity to share more technical and conceptual knowledge about photography.
I strongly recommend doing the Private Tour program at PhotoWalks!!!
Thanks Miguel And see you in nextread moreread lessNara11/23/2021I am still very overwhelmed " positively " since this morning after this experience with Miguel.
such an amazing storyteller, which what I always look for in meeting people. he also was so informative and knowledgeable on all the sights we visited in the photowalk.
I can never thank him enough for the joyful company and all the tips and advices he gave me on photography.
thank you Miguelread moreread lessMeagan11/16/2021We had a fantastic time seeing Lisbon from a Miguel's perspective. He walked us through some of the elements he sees as essential to great photography, as well as showing us some of the lesser-known places that he likes to shoot when he's out in the city. We'd absolutely recommend booking this experience to anyone looking to learn more about photography, daily life in Lisbon, or both.read moreread lessLissa11/12/2021Booking this experience with Miguel was the best decision I made while visiting Lisbon. Miguel truly knows his craft and his city and he is very good at sharing about both. As a solo female traveler, I felt safe while walking the city at night with Miguel. He knew where to go for the great shots. I really appreciated his willingness to share his photography knowledge with a newby like myself. He definitely knows his stuff, and yet he made me feel comfortable asking the simple questions. I have the best night shots I have ever taken thanks to Miguel. He told me how to "think" about framing the shot before picking up the camera and several other things that I appreciate so much. He taught me things in 3 hours things I haven't learned since I got my camera for Christmas of (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) You will find several opportunities to book a photographer in Lisbon; however, if you want to post photos on (Hidden by Airbnb) that you can honestly call your own then the Night Walk with Miguel is the way to go.read moreread less - Jeannette11/06/2021Wonderful experience. Miguel is an excellent guide and photographer. I am not a novice but definitely appreciated Miguels gentle criticisms and corrections. I would definitely repeat the experience and recommend Miguel’s photo walk to other photographers no matter their level.read moreread lessSafari76331211/01/2021Fun and very informative photowalk with a professional If you are an aspiring photogtapher or even if you just want to take some nice shots for your instagram, Migel's photowalk is for you. He is an extremely nice person and a great professional, who knows everything about Lisbon and photography. He will show you some nice places, hidden streets, and also will help you to find the right angles and give you some personalized tips - or fix your camera settings, if needed. Our walk was fun and also very informative.read moreread lessNóra T11/01/2021Fun and very informative photowalk with a professional If you are an aspiring photogtapher or even if you just want to take some nice shots for your instagram, Migel's photowalk is for you. He is an extremely nice person and a great professional, who knows everything about Lisbon and photography. He will show you some nice places, hidden streets, and also will help you to find the right angles and give you some personalized tips - or fix your camera settings, if needed. Our walk was fun and also very infread moreread lessCarlos P11/01/2021Bespoke experience! I had the opportunity to do the Private Tour - Discover Cacilhas with a Photographer program. In addition to Miguel's friendliness and total availability and his knowledge of the place, we also had the opportunity to share more technical and conceptual knowledge about photography. I strongly recommend doing the Private Tour program at PhotoWalks!!! Thanks Miguel And see you in next tour ;-)read moreread less
- Nóra10/31/2021If you are an aspiring photogtapher or even if you just want to take some nice shots for your (Hidden by Airbnb) , this walk is for you. Miguel is an extremely nice person and a great professional, who knows everything about Lisbon and photography. He will show you some nice places, hidden streets, and also will help you to find the right angles and give you some personalized tips - or fix your camera settings, if needed :) Our walk was fun and also very informative. Thank you, Miguel!read moreread lessMatthias J.10/10/2021It was the second time that I was out with miguel. miguel is a local photographer who knows the most beautiful places in Lisbon. It also takes into account the wishes of the participants and gives advice on good prospects. besides that, he tells many interesting stories about lisbon and the people who live here.read moreread lessJustin10/09/2021The tour with Miguel was fantastic on several levels. He spent a lot of time helping me with photography skills. Along the way, he took me to some unique locations where I could enjoy the night views of the city. Throughout the whole tour, he was very professional and caring.read moreread lessNóra T10/01/2021Fun and very informative photowalk with a professional If you are an aspiring photogtapher or even if you just want to take some nice shots for your instagram, Migel's photowalk is for you. He is an extremely nice person and a great professional, who knows everything about Lisbon and photography. He will show you some nice places, hidden streets, and also will help you to find the right angles and give you some personalized tips - or fix your camera settings, if needed. Our walk was fun and also very informative.read moreread less
- Estelle9/29/2021J’ai passé une soirée incroyable avec Miguel. Cette expérience a été très enrichissante, car en plus d’apprendre des techniques de photographie vous apprendrez également beaucoup de chose au sujet de Lisbonne et du Portugal.
Merci Miguel pour ta gentillesse et ton partage.
À bientôt.read moreread lessManoj9/21/2021Miguel took us to places that normally we would not have gone and his photography tips in the 3 hours we were together definitely made my photographs better. Would highly suggest this experience even if you are not into photography. His local tips for Lisbon were excellent too.read moreread lessMartha9/15/2021My evening with Miguel defies the standard descriptions of "much better than expected" in that it was much different than I expected (in a good way). My expectation was an evening photographing set Lisbon landmarks, but instead spent the evening capturing the nightlife and unexpected streetscapes in ways I have never tried before. As a professional photographer, Miguel is very knowledgable and helpful with camera set-up and he was patient with my fumbling in unexplored parts of my camera. He was also very helpful with finding interesting camera angles and perspectives.
The photos I took with Miguel are not like any I have taken before, but I like them a lot. An evening with Miguel looking at Lisbon through the lens of a camera will provide much more insight about this city than you are likely to obtain through any standard tour.read moreread less - Matthew9/09/2021Budding photographers will take a lot from Miguel’s trip. Miguel will personalise the tour for you as you interact and learn from him. For example, Miguel gave me some street photography tips that have already paid dividends relating to strategy and confidence. If you require more technical assistance, Miguel will happily help you with that that.
Also, the tour takes in some superb locations from which to capture photos of Lisbon. So much so, I did the walk again the day after by myself (with my camera of course).
Overall I came away from the experience with more confidence in my photography and came away from Lisbon with photos I probably would not have captured without the tour. Obrigado Miguel.read moreread lesswamika_singh8/24/2021He made us fall in love with Lisboa Where do I even begin, simply put this was the highlight of my trip to Portugal. Miguel is such an amazing photography teacher and an even better person. He made learning so much fun, going at my pace (I'm am a total newbie btw). He gave so many tips from improving the composition to even after shot editing. These are things I will always keep with me.
He knows the city too well. So I would suggest plan this as the first thing you'd do in Lisbon. Miguel shares a lot of insights about the city.
I would recommend the private tour, it's every penny worth it.read moreread lessWamika S8/24/2021He made us fall in love with Lisboa Where do I even begin, simply put this was the highlight of my trip to Portugal. Miguel is such an amazing photography teacher and an even better person. He made learning so much fun, going at my pace (I'm am a total newbie btw). He gave so many tips from improving the composition to even after shot editing. These are things I will always keep with me. He knows the city too well. So I would suggest plan this as the first thing you'd do in Lisbon. Miguel shares a lot of insights about the city. I would recommend the private tour, it's every penny worth it. …read moreread lessThembeka8/19/2021An experience I would highly recommend Excellent walk. I opted for the early morning tour which meant it was less busy and made for some great photos in the morning light. Miguel was very knowledgeable in both photography and the local area. He gave great photography tips and recommendations for places to explore next. We went to places I would have almost certainly missed had I not took the walk with him. I would highly recommend this experience, whether you’re a keen photographer or just wanting to get good pictures from your travels. …read moreread less715thembekat8/19/2021An experience I would highly recommend Excellent walk. I opted for the early morning tour which meant it was less busy and made for some great photos in the morning light. Miguel was very knowledgeable in both photography and the local area. He gave great photography tips and recommendations for places to explore next. We went to places I would have almost certainly missed had I not took the walk with him. I would highly recommend this experience, whether you’re a keen photographer or just wanting to get good pictures from your travels.read moreread less - LambriniLiberal8/18/2021One of Lisbon’s must dos for folks interested in photography Miguel is such an experienced, relaxed, and all round amazing guide and photography teacher. We never once felt rushed, our experience lasted far longer than was planned as Miguel gave us the time we needed to take the photographs we wanted to. He also provided us with so much valuable advice on how to improve our composition as well as incredible technical tips that have already helped me become a better photographer than I was earlier today. If you like photography and you’re in Lisbon, do this tour before anything else and if necessary, to the exclusion of everything else. …read moreread lessXanthi8/12/2021I enjoyed the walk with Miguel quite a lot, regret leaving it for my last day as I would like to do it again even the day after to keep up with what I learned, and it was a lot, Miguel is very experienced with photography has a very good eye and perspective so he has picked some really cool places to shoot were he would give some tips on what and where but the best was when he was showing what he would have done, which was very helpful in terms of a balanced and interesting photo, from positioning or composing the image to even smaller but important details, to even capturing some local street life. It was so amazing it is quite obvious he has a passion for this, so I highly recommend a walk or even a trip if you have too. Thank you Miguel for the amazing experience!!!!read moreread lessLinh8/04/2021It has been my best experience in Lisboa so far. First time in my life there’s someone showing me how to take professional beautiful photos by many tricks just on my smartphone. Miguel is a knowledgeable professional photographer and a perfect tour guide. He is so supportive and has a wide knowledge about photography and Lisbon. We went together through many spots and took incredible pictures. Time flied so fast when having this session with him. Definitely come back to Lisbon and book with Miguel again ❤️ Thank you Miguel for all your caring support. I learned a lot and had a great time with you.read moreread lessBarbara8/02/2021I am, at best, an amateur photographer, who takes about 99% of my photos on vacation. I wanted to learn more about how to take pictures -- how to compose a picture, how to maximize impact, and tell a story. I also needed to know more about the nuts and bolts of photography. For example, how do you adjust when the lighting isn't as bright as it could be? I got all of this and more with Miguel's experience. He's personable, supportive, and a great teacher without making me feel dumb for not already knowing. I got some really great tips, an excellent professional lesson, great photos, and a wonderful experience just getting to know a local professional. I recommend Miguel's experience without hesitation. It was great.read moreread lessWamika S8/01/2021He made us fall in love with Lisboa Where do I even begin, simply put this was the highlight of my trip to Portugal. Miguel is such an amazing photography teacher and an even better person. He made learning so much fun, going at my pace (I'm am a total newbie btw). He gave so many tips from improving the composition to even after shot editing. These are things I will always keep with me. He knows the city too well. So I would suggest plan this as the first thing you'd do in Lisbon. Miguel shares a lot of insights about the city. I would recommend the private tour, it's every penny worth it.read moreread less
- LambriniLiberal8/01/2021One of Lisbon’s must dos for folks interested in photography Miguel is such an experienced, relaxed, and all round amazing guide and photography teacher. We never once felt rushed, our experience lasted far longer than was planned as Miguel gave us the time we needed to take the photographs we wanted to. He also provided us with so much valuable advice on how to improve our composition as well as incredible technical tips that have already helped me become a better photographer than I was earlier today. If you like photography and you’re in Lisbon, do this tour before anything else and if necessary, to the exclusion of everything else.read moreread lessThembeka8/01/2021An experience I would highly recommend Excellent walk. I opted for the early morning tour which meant it was less busy and made for some great photos in the morning light. Miguel was very knowledgeable in both photography and the local area. He gave great photography tips and recommendations for places to explore next. We went to places I would have almost certainly missed had I not took the walk with him. I would highly recommend this experience, whether you’re a keen photographer or just wanting to get good pictures from your travels.read moreread lessMikis7/03/2021Miguel Angelo is an expert photographer that will bring you his knowledge and skills to improve your way of looking at things through your lens. As a local he will bring you to less touristic spots and show you how to pay attention to details and how to better compose your shots. We were lucky to be alone so we could shape our tour as we preferred but I'm sure that in any situation he will manage to bring you to discover the city.read moreread lessAnna6/30/2021This was a great tour! I'm more or less a beginner in photography and Miguel shared many tips and tricks with me, I learned so much more than I expected. In addition to that he showed all the great locations around town. I took both the day and the night tour and have many great pictures to take home. He is very flexible and professional, and just wants to make the tour so that it benefits you the most. Highly recommended to photographers of any level!read moreread less
- Timo6/30/2021As an enthusiast photographer with some experience but still much to learn, this was so much fun and I learnt so much! From helping me pick just the right camera settings for a certain situation to giving incredibly helpful feedback on how I could improve my framing, Miguel was a treasure trove of knowledge. I definitely learnt some new skills and I can't wait to try them out more!read moreread lessKimFaraway4/22/2021Excellent walking tour with lot's to learn about photography As I was spending a day solo in Lisbon, I wanted to take advantage of a private tour through Lisbon to learn more about the city while improving on my skills as an amateur photographer.
I did an early morning tour with Miguel who is a great guide. We started our trip at one of the viewpoints to catch the first morning light and I learned about the advantage of using a tripod to get sharper shots, and then leisurely strolled through the old city. He knew all the nice spots to take a photo and I even got a really really cool photo from the famous yellow tram no. 28 :)
But not only did he show me the nice places to take a picture of, he also told me a lot about how to use my camera settings better, about light, angles, aperture and shutter speed. After explaining, he made me try out the different settings and angles to actually experience the difference myself ... In short, he shared so much of his knowledge it was amazing. And all very understandable for me as an amateur.
Also, and this was a really special experience: I saw an old lady at a window in one of the small alleyways. And I thought: Oh, what a wonderful photo that would be. And Miguel said: Go, ask her. I felt too shy but he insisted and finally I went to ask her. She was lovely, was happy to be photographed, told us that she was a bit famous because people always see her at her window and told us some more funny stories about her life. And I got the wonderful photo I so much wanted :)))
I can fully recommend this tour to anyone who is keen to experience the city through his/her lens and to learn from someone who really knows what he's talking about and is super friendly. If solo or as a group, I believe you'll have a really good time with Miguel as your guide.read moreread lessKimFaraway4/01/2021Excellent walking tour with lot's to learn about photography As I was spending a day solo in Lisbon, I wanted to take advantage of a private tour through Lisbon to learn more about the city while improving on my skills as an amateur photographer. I did an early morning tour with Miguel who is a great guide. We started our trip at one of the viewpoints to catch the first morning light and I learned about the advantage of using a tripod to get sharper shots, and then leisurely strolled through the old city. He knew all the nice spots to take a photo and I even got a really really cool photo from the famous yellow tram no. 28 :) But not only did he show me the nice places to take a picture of, he also told me a lot about how to use my camera settings better, about light, angles, aperture and shutter speed. After explaining, he made me try out the different settings and angles to actually experience the difference myself ... In short, he shared so much of his knowledge it was amazing. And all very understandable for me as an amateur. Also, and this was a really special experience: I saw an old lady at a window in one of the small alleyways. And I thought: Oh, what a wonderful photo that would be. And Miguel said: Go, ask her. I felt too shy but he insisted and finally I went to ask her. She was lovely, was happy to be photographed, told us that she was a bit famous because people always see her at her window and told us some more funny stories about her life. And I got the wonderful photo I so much wanted :))) I can fully recommend this tour to anyone who is keen to experience the city through his/her lens and to learn from someone who really knows what he's talking about and is super friendly. If solo or as a group, I believe you'll have a really good time with Miguel as your guide. …read moreread lessYann11/26/2020My tour with Miguel was really great. He showed me around the city, shared some very pedagogic photography tips and skills while taking me to the best spots in town. During our walk, he shared interesting stories and history of the city. We had a great Bifana and coffee to conclude our walk which I highly recommend!read moreread lessMehdi10/03/2020This tour is a wonderful way to get a good sense of the history and complexity of such a charming city. In addition to valuable photography and composition tips, Miguel was excellent at delivering key historical facts and at walking us through iconic view points and streets. He is extremely personable and caring. Highly recommended!read moreread less - StephenfromSydney186/29/2020An Experience of Lisboa You'll Never Forget! Highly recommend. It was a wonderful experience for me and my wife. Miguel is a professional photographer and fun person. My wife tagged along the tour and ended up taking some amazing photos under the guidance of Miguel. My wife is not a photographer and does not own any camera. We went to some beautiful spots in Lisboa. We had a wonderful time. Because of Miguel we will forever remember the wonderful time we had in Lisboa. Book a tour with Miguel and have an experience you will enjoy, and you will never forget. We recommend this tour highly.read moreread lessStephen C6/29/2020An Experience of Lisboa You'll Never Forget! Highly recommend. It was a wonderful experience for me and my wife. Miguel is a professional photographer and fun person. My wife tagged along the tour and ended up taking some amazing photos under the guidance of Miguel. My wife is not a photographer and does not own any camera. We went to some beautiful spots in Lisboa. We had a wonderful time. Because of Miguel we will forever remember the wonderful time we had in Lisboa. Book a tour with Miguel and have an experience you will enjoy, and you will never forget. We recommend this touread moreread lessStephenfromSydney186/28/2020An Experience of Lisboa You'll Never Forget! Highly recommend. It was a wonderful experience for me and my wife. Miguel is a professional photographer and fun person. My wife tagged along the tour and ended up taking some amazing photos under the guidance of Miguel. My wife is not a photographer and does not own any camera. We went to some beautiful spots in Lisboa. We had a wonderful time. Because of Miguel we will forever remember the wonderful time we had in Lisboa. Book a tour with Miguel and have an experience you will enjoy, and you will never forget. We recommend this tour highly.read moreread lessStephen C6/01/2020An Experience of Lisboa You'll Never Forget! Highly recommend. It was a wonderful experience for me and my wife. Miguel is a professional photographer and fun person. My wife tagged along the tour and ended up taking some amazing photos under the guidance of Miguel. My wife is not a photographer and does not own any camera. We went to some beautiful spots in Lisboa. We had a wonderful time. Because of Miguel we will forever remember the wonderful time we had in Lisboa. Book a tour with Miguel and have an experience you will enjoy, and you will never forget. We recommend this tour highly. …read moreread less
- estherr7443/13/2020Wonderfull walk I booked this tour and I had a wonderfull morning. I saw the beautifull streets, views and surroundings of Lisbon and Miguel was very good guide with lots of information about Lisbon and how to make better photos. He really took the time and shared his professional insights.read moreread lessEsther R3/01/2020Wonderfull walk I booked this tour and I had a wonderfull morning. I saw the beautifull streets, views and surroundings of Lisbon and Miguel was very good guide with lots of information about Lisbon and how to make better photos. He really took the time and shared his professional insights.read moreread lessNicole2/22/2020Miguel shared with me not only his knowledge of his hometown but his extensive photography knowledge. I got to find some great spots to capture the type of photographs I wanted from Lisbon. Over the experience Miguel had little (Website hidden by Airbnb) of different areas we went to weather it was from history or his own personal experience. I recommend this tour to get a great overview of areas in Lisbon as well as to have fun taking photos - with your camera OR phone.read moreread lessA8209RWamandam2/17/2020Miss We loved our tour with Miguel. He was kind, patient and interesting. He took the tour at our pace and really helped us find some good photo spots and helped us find out creativity. Having lived all his life in Lisbon had lots to say about the city that we wouldn’t have otherwise found out. Could not recommend more.read moreread less
- MontyPlumb2/15/2020Absolutely brilliant! My wife is in her 60's and has replacement knees which means steps are difficult for her. Miguel was aware of the situation and planned 2 routes which were perfect for her. His kindness and patience were fantastic!
My wife is a beginner and Miguel set the standard at exactly the right level. Not only did she gain a lot of technical knowledge but her enthusiasm was fired.
Rest assure whatever your age or capabilities with Miguel you are in very capable hands.read moreread lessMontyPlumb2/01/2020Absolutely brilliant! My wife is in her 60's and has replacement knees which means steps are difficult for her. Miguel was aware of the situation and planned 2 routes which were perfect for her. His kindness and patience were fantastic! My wife is a beginner and Miguel set the standard at exactly the right level. Not only did she gain a lot of technical knowledge but her enthusiasm was fired. Rest assure whatever your age or capabilities with Miguel you are in very capable hands. …read moreread lessAmanda M2/01/2020Miss We loved our tour with Miguel. He was kind, patient and interesting. He took the tour at our pace and really helped us find some good photo spots and helped us find out creativity. Having lived all his life in Lisbon had lots to say about the city that we wouldn’t have otherwise found out. Could not recommend more. …read moreread less - Trisha12/31/2019Great photo tour.
Host took time at the beginning of tour to understand the interests of the group and tailored the discussion/pace and route to meet those interests.
Took time with each guest to make sure they were having a good experience.
Really enjoyed the time I spent on the tour.read moreread lessAna12/30/2019It was great to go around Lisbon shooting photos with Miguel. He knows well the city and is a great photographer. He shared some nice tricks with us . I got great shots of tramways, Christmas ligths and hidden corners of the city, both with my camera and with the phone. I would highly recommend.read moreread lessKanika12/27/2019The night photography was a very fun experience.
Miguel clearly knew both the city and cameras.
I would not have ventured into the back streets of Lisbon on my own, but felt very comfortable doing it with Miguel as a guide. He was thoughtful, informative, and a wonderful host. I learned quite a bit about photography from him.read moreread lessRGSOUNDF12/10/2019A perfect tour by Miguel, and not only for amateurs of photography We thoroughly enjoyed the private tour by Miguel, from A to Z. Not only the tour included multiple photo-ops, covered exciting parts of the city, and led us to both hidden and famous parts of the old Lisbon, including several "miradouros" (observation points), but Miguel took us to more than authentic places, far from beaten tourist paths (such as a small, hole-in-wall joint Os Amigos da Severa, that has been selling shots of ginjinha to the local residents of Mouraria for the last 40 years or so) and showed to us the most advantageous points from where best panoramic images could be obtained or street corners where suddenly appearing tramways/street cars could be caught in movement.
That, coupled with Miguel's amiable personality, his extensive knowledge of Lisbon, the ease of narration, and the fact that he is a fully accomplished creative master of auteur photography would most assuredly make your time and money well spent.
5 stars.
Having a decent camera, tripod, and all other accoutrements of professionals or just photography aficionados is a plus but you don't really have to. Even with our Galaxy 9 we were able to capture a few interesting images.read moreread less - Maya10/31/2019I learned so much about photography and Lisbon during my photo walk with Miguel! Miguel is a pro and knows the best places in Lisbon for taking interesting photos. I came knowing very little about the basics of photography, and now, I feel more confident to start experimenting with my own night photography shots. If you are enthusiastic about photography (regardless of your level) and want some good evening shots of the beautiful streets of Lisbon, I highly recommend this experience. I look forward to doing the daytime photo walk experience with him the next time I'm in Lisbon. Thanks so much, Miguel!read moreread lessJose Maria10/26/2019Ha sido una experiencia única, Miguel se mostró en todo momento muy cercano y atento, se nota q tiene conocimiento avanzados de fotografía y te ayuda a entender tu cámara y cómo aplicarlos. Hicimos fotografías muy especiales y que era precisamente lo que buscaba con esta experiencias. Gracias.read moreread less
- Rebecca10/22/2019Miguel was a wonderful host. He replied to all questions that I had in a couple of minutes.
I only brought one lens with me that is not typically good for taking city photos, but Miguel convinced me to give it a try and I am so happy that we did!
I learned a lot and he gave me so many great advices and help. I also enjoyed the city a lot.read moreread lessAndreea S10/21/2019How to make a solo trip amazing I booked the experience with Miquel as a last minute think, my first time doing this on Airbnb, and I have to say that I don't regret it at all.
Miquel is a great photographer and he is more than happy to share his skills with his quests. Top that with insights to amazing locations around Lisbon, and your experience cannot go wrong.
At the end of the tour, not only that I got some great shots of the city, try new techniques, while discovering interesting facts about Lisbon (and the Portuguese amazing cuisine), but I also got motivated to go out and take more photos.
Next time I'm in Lisbon, I will book the tour again, for sure.
Thanks Miquel!read moreread lessAabram10/19/2019Got spme great hands on working knowledge with my camera with pointers from Miguel.
He also tought some good techniques for shooting and editing.
We saw some great spots and took awesome shots. He even gave some history/information and suggestions of the city aswell.
I am thankful for the experience! Good timeread moreread lessDiego10/19/2019Got spme great hands on working knowledge with my camera with pointers from Miguel.
He also tought some good techniques for shooting and editing.
We saw some great spots and took awesome shots. He even gave some history/information and suggestions of the city aswell.
I am thankful for the experience! Good timeread moreread lessAndreea10/17/2019I booked the experience with Miquel as a last minute think, my first time doing this on Airbnb, and I have to say that I don't regret it at all.
Miquel is a great photographer and he is more than happy to share his skills with his quests. Top that with insights to amazing locations around Lisbon, and your experience cannot go wrong.
At the end of the tour, not only that I got some great shots of the city, try new techniques, while discovering interesting facts about Lisbon (and the Portuguese amazing cuisine), but I also got motivated to go out and take more photos.
Next time I'm in Lisbon, I will book the tour again, for sure.
Thanks Miquel!read moreread less - Suzy10/17/2019This was a great experience. Miguel was a knowledgeable and generous host, sharing his knowledge of the city as well as his photographic skills and insights. We saw parts of Lisbon that we may well never have found otherwise, and the photographic opportunities were plentiful. Thank you Miguel!read moreread lessBill10/10/2019Over the years I have been on several of these types of experiences and Miguel was the first to put the customer first. He had both the technical expertise and an artistic eye and was able to make suggestions in both areas that helped my pictures for the remainder of my vacation. On these types of classes I always think if you can take away one or two tips from the experience that will allow you to improve all of your photographs it is worthwhile. Miguel far exceeded that expectation and I have the pictures to prove it. This is not a fast paced class and at first I was a little frustrated but in hindsight it was a great way to teach the class. I highly recommend Miguel for this type of class..read moreread lessShirley Heesun10/08/2019Miguel was very helpful and proactive on teaching camera & photographing skills, and there were only two people for the session so it was really good to learn about new skills that I didn’t know.
Him and the other guest were very kind to walk me back to my flat as it was late and I was a female solo traveler.
If you’re looking for someone who can teach how to take good pictures on travel, Miguel is the right one.read moreread lessSteve10/01/2019had a great afternoon on the photo walk and was lucky enough to be the only participant that day. so essentially i had a private tour guide/professional photographer to help me. photography is a hobby for me and i learned a lot of tips from miguel who definitely helped improve my shots. as miguel would say, he’s here to help you get your best shot and not have you shoot like how he does. thanks miguel!read moreread lessNatalie9/23/2019The photography walk with Miguel was a fabulous experience. It was hard to wake up early but was totally worth it to get the amazing light! He was very helpful but didn’t push and would offer tips as we went on the best shots and camera tips. My shots were defiantly better at the end! Thank you!read moreread less - Lisa9/13/2019Miguel was welcoming, encouraging, inclusive. I lucked out. He was very patient with my minimal photography skills, and I learned so much more during our few hours together. He has a quiet professionalism that matches his friendliness perfectly. I deeply appreciated his willingness to share so much of his experience, tips, tricks. I would meet up with his group again in a heartbeat. Excellent experience.read moreread lessAmilcar8/30/2019Miguel was very kind and professional. Gave me some tips about the setting on my camera.
After 15 minutes the walk had begun, he came to me and said: “I know you want to do some street photography and capture people on the street too, but photography is also thinking the picture before shooting and houses’ facade, which you have been photographing so far, are not going to anywhere, so, relax and find a nice angle before pushing the bottom”.
Besides, he knows the area very well and got us to very nice spots.read moreread lessShanika8/25/2019Miguel was very personable and welcoming right from the start. I've done quite a few Airbnb experiences, but Miguel's intro was very unique & surprising. He asked me what I wanted to accomplish during our photo walk. He was so patient in teaching me how to use my DSLR and helping me perfect different shots. I learned techniques that only a professional photographer like Miguel would know. I enjoyed learning about the experiences he's had during his career. He also shared some important & fascinating pieces of Lisbon's history & life in the Alfama community as well. We connected well, shared great conversations and I felt very comfortable with him. I felt like I left the experience with a new friend. I highly recommend Miguel for his expertise, ability to teach in an easy to understand manner & kind spirit.read moreread lessallenc8338/21/2019Miguel will make you instagram famous Came with my whole family to do the evening walking tour before dinner. Not only did he take us to the best Pastel de Nata (hope I said it right) place but he took us to the best spots for photos, took amazing shots of us and even carried my sons stroller up the stairs. This guy is amazing! Thank you so much for making the trip an amazing experience and learning event at the same time.read moreread lessCarsten8/15/2019The photowalk was a great experience which I can without any doubt highly recommend. Miguel guided me to photographically interesting spots in Lisbon and made it a very nice and enjoyable experience resulting in great photos. Miguel definitely knows his craft of photography being a professional photographer in Lisbon. Even more important he knows the craft of teaching as well. So besides guiding me to great photo locations in Lisbon he enhanced my photography skills based on my personal skill level and in a friendly, relaxed manner. Miguel adjusted very well to my needs and he was a fun, communicative companion. I enjoyed a great professional photowalk with great company, great photo spots and great photo tips. Two thumbs up.read moreread less - Mohannad8/05/2019The experience was genuinely exceptional, and a good walk and taught me a lot of tricks on taking photos and took me to amazing view points that I could take good photos of the city.
Had been to many photography experiences and this might be the best.
Would definitely recommend this one !!read moreread lesstuuliki20196/28/2019Perfect way to start a day and visiting Lisbon We took the early morning walk when the city was still empty of people and had an amazing light. Everything was perfect! I now know what just one step to the right or left and turning your camera just a bit can mean to a photo. We got so many beautiful pictures not to mention seeing so many beautiful places in Lisbon. It was also fun for teenagers who are hard to please. Muito obrigada!read moreread less - balazsvi6/16/2019Perfect service, friendly guide I contacted Miguel with a special request, and he didn't hesitated at all to be at our service. His flexibility, his ability to adatp to some bumps and hiccups, his honest kindness, and his avid professionalism are legendary. He not only knows every little corner of Lisboa, but he's there if we needed some help how to shoot.
I recommend him, the service worth every little penny spent.read moreread lessChristine6/14/2019This experience far exceeded our expectations and was by far our favorite! Miguel provided so many precious tips on how to take good photos! We really appreciated knowing more about him and his surprising life experiences. This activity is a must for those who want to see Lisbon in a different way and in a different light!read moreread less298traveler0106/11/2019A must do if you love photography I had the pleasure of being the only individual on the walking tour. Miguel tailored the walk to my needs and improving my photography skills. I learned more from him in three hours than in a year trying to watch you tube videos. He taught me a different way to take photos with exposure compensation. I received many tips on composition, lighting, and even smalls tips like the way I hold my camera. This tour improved my abilities by leaps and bounds. Miguel was so kind and full of knowledge to share. He was able to answer all my questions and then some. I highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in photography regardless of skill level or the camera you own. If I am back in Lisbon, I will definitely join this tour again. Thanks for a wonderful morning! Moreread moreread lessLeo6/01/2019This was an excellent experience! We got out very early which gave us a great light at the beginning, but also gave us the opportunity to see the city slowly waking up from the start of the festivities the day before. It was a truly unique feeling.
Aside from the chosen moment to walk through Lisbon (and hearing about the city itself!), Miguel shared very useful photography tips and his favorite spots for taking pictures. He would actively look at my photos and give me recommendations to shoot it again - "make sure you explore the subject".
Would definitely look forward to do this again with Miguel (at a different time of day!).read moreread less - Angela5/30/2019This was an excellent tour with a highly professional guide. What a nice way to explore the city off the beaten path. Miguel was very enthusiastic when it came to photography - and this is exactly how it should be. He gave tips on how to choose the motives, reviewed the pics taken and gave hints and feedback on how to do it better. And it really worked and the pics got better. I highly recommend to book this tour! Again, thanks for the great tour, Miguel!!!read moreread less1LostChild5/30/2019Excellent tour Miguel was very accommodating. My tour was booked for the morning, but it was raining so I postponed it for the afternoon. It was still raining, but we pushed through and the rain eventually stopped. I enjoyed every minute of it. Miguel was a great guide, giving us tips and sharing some stories. Lisbon is such a beautiful city. I got some excellent shots with the help of Miguel. Moreread moreread lessAlisa5/29/2019Miguel knows this city well and led us through many twists and turns from the highest point in Lisbon down to the city center. He tutored in photography concepts, explained settings to improve night photography, and made suggestions to improve composition. He is an expert photographer and I learned so much from him. I highly recommend Miguel's tour.read moreread less
- Brandon4/23/2019This experience with Miguel was great. He showed us a really in depth part of this area in Lisbon that I wouldn’t have seen on my own. What I especially loved is how it wasn’t about walking and simply taking photos. Miguel provides us with tips, feedback, and homework that helped us not only take beautiful photos graphs, but actually understand how to take better photographs. Miguel was also great with altering the route to support the needs of the people in the group. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I would highly recommend. Also, the cherry liquor shot was a nice and yummy touch!read moreread lessSarah4/22/2019I had a lovely morning in this tour, it was a small group so we were all able to get to know each other a bit. Miguel was really friendly knowledgeable and offered some good advice, meaning I came away with some really good photos. It was one of my favourite experiences during my time in Lisbon. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in capturing Lisbon through their lens.read moreread less
- Vishal4/05/2019I was fortunate to end up with a solo tour wth Miguel. As a professional photographer, his knowledge and advice were excellent. He clearly had done a lot of preparation to determine the best moccasins and times for the classic Lisbon shots, including trams, street art, and sunset views. Happily recommended!read moreread lessStephan4/03/2019This experience was exactly how I hoped it would be. I could benefit from Miguels experience as photographer and citizen of Lisbon. Miguel showed us around Lisbon and we discovered a lot of scenic spots with great views. He gave advise along the way how to improve a certain shot so in the end I was really satisfied with my results. He also had some more tips about where to go to get amazing views and nice shots, which I tried out the following days and it was perfect!read moreread lessIngrid4/01/2019Het is een geweldige wandeling door een wijk waar je als toerist niet zo snel komt. Miguel laat de schoonheid zien van veel dingen. Geeft geweldige tips over hoe je mooie foto's kunt maken, invalshoeken, licht. Hij heeft ons ook vooral zelf laten proberen en gaf daarna aan wat er anders zou kunnen. Hij is heel erg vriendelijk. Wij hadden daarbij een geweldig leuke groep. Wij hebben enorm genoten van de wandeling.read moreread lessBeatrice4/01/2019Au sein d'un petit groupe sympathique, au fil de ruelles pleines de vie, nous avons découvert grâce à Miguel un autre visage de Lisbonne et avons pu faire de beaux clichés. Miguel a été attentif à chacun, chaleureux et souriant, répondant à toutes nos questions. Un petit stop dans un endroit typique pour goûter à la liqueur de cerises et nous étions prêts à grimper jusqu'au beau point de vue sur Lisbonne et assister au coucher de soleil! Nous avons été ravis, excellent moment!read moreread lessOlivier3/29/2019Miguel went the extra mile to make sure the experience was pleasant, even « more » than expectations, and made sure I went back satisfied fully, with lots of memories. Super knowledgeable about Photography, and the culture/city of Lisboa. Time went by in an instant, and I ll keep wonderful memories of my Lisboa trip both in terms of photos, of course, but in knowing a great habitant of the city ! Extra plus: His support into bringing a tripod enabled me to travel lightly from France. I recommend Miguel again for anyone looking this kind of experienc !read moreread less
- Janet3/26/2019I really enjoyed my afternoon with Miguel. I had an issue with my knee and he went out of his way to accommodate me which I really appreciated. Regarding the time we spent, I really enjoyed seeing some spots in the city that I might not otherwise have found. And although I have been doing photography for awhile, he was able to give me a number of useful tips. Overall, I would recommend this outing regardless of your level of proficiency. It was fun to shoot with another photographer and was a highlight of my visit to Lisbon.read moreread lessDmitry3/25/2019Miguel's photo walk was definitely the highlight of my trip! Miguel is extremely welcoming, friendly and easygoing. He is also a professional photographer who knows his craft and who is very good at teaching and sharing his experience and expertise. I learned a lot about night photography on this photo walk. If you like art or photography, I highly recommend this experience!read moreread lesswmseto78783/03/2019Very informative I am a beginner aspiring photographer, and I took this tour to get better. My guide, Miguel, is a professional photographer and he gave me very good advice and we got some very good shots. He was very patient and asked what I was interested in shooting. He doesn't have a set agenda, and is open to whatever you want to focus on. We just moved around from higher ground and stopped wherever there might be a good shot. It was a fun way to spend an evening, walking around, looking for pictures to take. I recommend this for all different skill levels. Moreread moreread lessAlejandro2/22/2019Miguel’s photo walk was very good and interesting. He helped me to improve my photo skills and took the time to show me parts of the city that I would not have seen otherwise. He knows about photography (that is clear) and he is humble to share his knowledge and views. I would repeat when I return to Lisbon!read moreread lessJulie2/19/2019We had a wonderful experience with Miguel. Because of the season and mid-week there were only two of us, but I think that the tour would be fine with his maximum of six people. Miguel is a true professional who is able to explain photography in basic terms, adjusting for what we already understood. We walked at a slow pace around interesting areas of the city, climbing the hills and stairs as necessary, but not too strenuous. When we saw shots we wanted to take he provided tips that made the photo better. He also took us to good places to take iconic photos of Lisbon (such as the tram cars and the castle and bridge). I highly recommend this tour to people who want to improve their photography or just take some great photos.read moreread lessMarcela2/06/2019I really enjoyed my experience with Miguel and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to explore Lisbon from a different point of view, because he took us to famous spots but not from the obvious streets. We were able to see details that we would have missed if we were just passing as tourists. He gave us good tips, he was very patient and gave us plenty of time to develop our perception for photography. We had a great day!read moreread less
- Wing2/02/2019First and foremost, Miguel is a photographer with an excellent eye, and I learned quite a few tips (admittedly, I'm an amateur!). He was a real professional, and took his time sharing his knowledge with us. He made a point of not rushing anyone in the group (our experience was closer to four hours), and he sincerely wanted everyone to enjoy the activity.read moreread lessSarah1/31/2019This tour was fantastic. Miguel brought his amazing knowledge of photography and Lisbon to life on this walk. It was raining on and off, but with his patient guidance I was able to capture brilliant and unique images. This tour is an amazing way to experience and capture Lisbon. Thank you, Miguel!!read moreread lessPedro1/11/2019Miguel is an excellent photographer and a very laid back, if you need help with Your photography skills ,like how to frame a shoot or how to better the use of your camera or phone he will be very helpful. In my case he helped me edit on my phone a very complex sunset photo and it turned out great with his advise.
Now, for the tour itself: We walk around one of the oldest parts of Lisbon, Moreiria and Alfama. Moreriria is a lovely area where a great deal of Portugués immigrants live, so its not so touristy and you have all of these streets and alleys, for you to explore and take great pictures. Alfama is a very touristy area but lovely as well and with incredible views at. Sunset.
You will enjoy the tour it is a nice pace so that you don’t feel tired by going up all the way and climbing steps etc.
Luis was excellent that our group bonded so well that we had some drinks with Luis.I highly recommend his tour.read moreread less - Paul1/11/2019Miguel is a great guide. The route took us through Alfama, a very old and now gentrifying neighborhood that was a great combination of colorful buildings, street art and sweeping vistas. There was shooting advice if you wanted it, which was great. Miguel is very knowledgeable about Lisbon and Portugal. I did the tour on my first day and got so much more out of my trip than I would have otherwise. I was in a group of 4, who were all great company.read moreread lessNancy1/04/2019We had such a good experience with Miguel. He has such a passion for photography and Lisbon.
We took the photo walk the first day we arrived which was perfect. Miguel showed us some great places and view points of the city we would have never seen during our very short stay. He gave us tips and advice about how to use our camera effectively and also where to go and visit after our tour. After a while it was like exploring the city with a friend. Thanks Miguel for your kindness and letting us see Lisbon through your eyes. We absolutely love this city and will be back for sure.read moreread lessRob1/02/2019Miguel was exceptional! He’s a professional photographer and I don’t think you could ask for a more experienced photographer to be the guide.
I learned a lot about mastering the shot from him. In fact, he helped influence the purchase of a different camera.
If you’re serious about photography or want to learn some new photo tricks, while seeing Lisbon, you should absolutely do this tour with Miguel.read moreread lessSusie12/30/2018Miguel was ABSOLUTELY fantastic. It was the highlight of our trip to Lisbon. He was so good, knowledgable, and taught me so much about photography in just 3 hours. I cannot express just how great this experience was and anyone reading this should book a tour with Miguel immediately. He is an absolute pro and really friendly. I will be contacting him again to go on another tour next time I am in Lisbon.read moreread less - Michael12/29/2018Decided to book this experience for myself and my girlfriend during a 4 day trip to Lisbon. Miguel is a great guide and was able to provide us with a lot of helpful information (both about photography and general city knowledge). He was very accommodating and friendly. We both felt like we got an experience that we would have not otherwise. I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone thats visiting Lisbon - they’ll learn to love photography by doing this tour.read moreread lessYunni H.12/28/2018I thought the idea of having a professional photographer taking you on a photography tour around Lisbon was fantastic idea! Doing the tour with Miguel was an exceptional experience. He took us to amazing hidden gems locations where we wouldn’t have thought of going ourselves. Miguel is a very passionate man - he knows about he city inside and out. Always willing to help us with anything not just giving us tips of how to take better photos! Will definitely recommend everyone to join this experience with Miguel!read moreread lessFernando12/26/2018Hemos hecho fotos nocturnas , del puente, de las luces de Navidad, de rincones preciosos, recorriendo una parte de lo mucho que tiene Lisboa.
Miguel me ha dado muchos buenos consejos y me ha llevado a buenas localizaciones.
Volveré para repetir con Miguel, ha sido muy agradableread moreread lessYuen Yee12/22/2018Miguel is an exceptional photographer, teacher and guide. I am an amateur photographer myself but have gained a lot of technical knowledge in the 3 hrs I spent with Miguel, walking around beautiful Lisbon with our cameras. Miguel is patient and engaging. He is also very knowledgeable about Lisbon, the city he in which he was born and raised. I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience with Miguel and highly recommend his Photo Walk in Lisbon to any photography enthusiasts who would like to capture the beauty of Lisbon through our lenses.read moreread less - Mp11/21/2018Miguel was a patient and gracious guide. He took us to neighborhoods I don't think I would have discovered on my own. I enjoyed hearing the stories and history about each location and provided us opportunities to capture pictures and scenes outside of the usual tourist perspectives...read moreread lessdeborah s11/18/2018Walk, talk, click! My husband and I booked a photo walk through Trip Advisor with no previous reviews to go on. We’re so glad we took the risk. Miguel was an excellent photo guide and teacher. We very much enjoyed our off the tourist grid walk through Lisbon. We even had a small glass of Ginja from a tiny and very authentic bar. We would definitely recommend Miguel for those who have great cameras and for those with an iPhone camera. Miguel will help with both! Moreread moreread lessdeborah s11/18/2018Walk, talk, click! My husband and I booked a photo walk through Trip Advisor with no previous reviews to go on. We’re so glad we took the risk. Miguel was an excellent photo guide and teacher. We very much enjoyed our off the tourist grid walk through Lisbon. We even had a small glass of Ginja from a tiny and very authentic bar. We would definitely recommend Miguel for those who have great cameras and for those with an iPhone camera. Miguel will help with both!read moreread lessRakefet-Travel11/11/2018Authentic and professional My husband and I did a private photo shoot with Miguel during our visit to Lisbon. It was one of the highlights of our trip. Miguel met us in a neighborhood that is off the beaten path so we can have an authentic experience of the city but without the crowds. He toured us around and shared stories about the area that only locals know of while taking our photos. He was calm and personable and a pleasure to spend an afternoon with. His confidence, experience and ability to execute beautiful photography was evident in the results. The photos we got were incredible!!! Way beyond our expectations. Can’t recommend him enough!!!!read moreread lessRakefet-Travel11/11/2018Authentic and professional My husband and I did a private photo shoot with Miguel during our visit to Lisbon. It was one of the highlights of our trip. Miguel met us in a neighborhood that is off the beaten path so we can have an authentic experience of the city but without the crowds. He toured us around and shared stories about the area that only locals know of while taking our photos. He was calm and personable and a pleasure to spend an afternoon with. His confidence, experience and ability to execute beautiful photography was evident in the results. The photos we got were incredible!!! Way beyond our expectations. Can’t recommend him enough!!!!read moreread less
- Danielle11/05/2018This photo tour with Miguel is a great way to spend some of your time in Lisbon. You will be brought through neighborhoods and hidden spots that are great for shooting, but more than that is you get on the spot review and suggestions to improve your shot, as well as information on the area and the locals that inhabit it. I can not recommend this experience enough.read moreread lessGabriel11/02/2018Miguel is a very friendly professional photographer who is always willing to help you on getting nice shots.
The places we went were really cool, he gave me lots of photography tips and told me a bit of Lisbon history during the walk. He even gave me a lift back home!
I have no complaints at all and highly recommend this experience.read moreread lessHelen11/01/2018Had a great time exploring Lisbon with Miguel. He was great at communicating and followed up with all my questions before arrival. We got to see different parts of Lisbon. We all learned a lot and my photos were way better when I had Miguel giving me advice. Would recommend.read moreread lessOlga10/19/2018Encontré que Miguel hizo muy bien su trabajo, tanto en lo profesional como en lo (Website hidden by Airbnb) fue ajustando a mis intereses y necesidades como Fotografa , conoce muy bien a qué lugares sabe muy bien donde llevarnos y según la luz, en qué lugares se puede sacar mejor provecho . Junto con eso me dió un par de consejos técnicos muy interesantes y q aplicaré en mis próximas fotografías . Felicitaciones Miguel!read moreread lessGeri10/13/2018Miguel met us promptly at the convenient spot. My husband and I were the only ones on the tour. He personalized the experience to our ability level. It was a fantastic 3 plus hour walk at a comfortable pace for taking photos. He gave us tips on composing a great photo, looked at our results and gave positive, yet helpful feedback. He was a great conversationalist and very proud of his city. We experienced places we would never have seen on our own. It was a very enjoyable experience and I learned a lot! Highly recommend!read moreread less - Ruth10/10/2018I really enjoyed Miguel's night walk. He knows the city and photography really, really well and was able to help both of us on the tour with what we wanted to learn. It was a terrific introduction to Lisbon and I learned something about photography too! Thanks, Miguel!read moreread lessValeria10/04/2018I really enjoyed the photowalk with Miguel. He gave me some nice photography pointers and it was lovely getting to see the city from a local's perspective and talking about the history and the future of Lisbon. For someone who likes to visit less touristy spots, like me, this tour was perfect.read moreread lessEden9/28/2018Miguel showed us to very local neighborhood for photography,
He directed us certain skills whenever we questioned him.
Lisbon is a city of graffiti, and we walked through the streets full of the specialty.
Moreover, on the photography learning tour, we also met nice and intereting German friends, chatting, learning and enjoying together! Good!read moreread lessPatrick9/24/2018Miguel is a true professional. My wife and I learned so much about photography. He really knows a lot about the art of photography. We can recommend the tour with him for every level of knowledge. He shows you great spots and you can always ask for feedback about your shots right in the spot. Definitely would do it again. Lovely person.read moreread less - Peter9/20/2018The photo shoot with Miguel was the best part of our stay in Lissabon. Miguel is very friendly and a professional Photographer. In a short time he showed us three very interesting parts of Lissabon and brought us to places that otherwise we wouldn't have seen. Because you make pictures you see things more intense and better than in a normal guided tour. And of course we learned a lot from the expert view of Miguel on composition and technical things. Explained with patience and in a pleasant mode. Definitely recommended.read moreread lessKevin9/13/2018This was truly an incredible experience. Miguel is an amazing and passionate photographer who's just keen on sharing his knowledge. I learned a ton from him even if it was just a GoPro and iPhone that I was shooting with. I highly recommend this tour for the learning experience along with just some of the best views of the city. It was truly enriching.read moreread lessShannon9/12/2018I cannot say enough positive things about this photo walk. I went to both the day time and night time walks and not only did Miguel help me improve as a photographer(I am an amateur) he took me all around the city to get the most out of the experiences. I ended up with some fantastic night photos on this walk. I would recommend this tour to anyone at any level. I am very happy that I will be going home with some super photos of beautiful Lisboa.read moreread lessShannon9/11/2018I learned so much during the photowalk with Miguel. He did an excellent job showing me around Lisbon as well as helping me with more technical aspects of photography that I’m trying to grow. He is a very knowledgeable photographer and I would recommend this photo tour to anyone at any skill level. Very great session and looking forward to the night photowalk with Miguel as well!read moreread less
- Lynette8/24/2018First tip - do this experience at the BEGINNING of your stay in Lisbon! We saw so many lovely local shops, cafes, and points of interest as we made our way up to Lisbon’s highest point (you know, non-touristy places). I would have loved to have known about all of those spots ahead of time (as this was a tour and we wanted to reach our destination by sunset, we didn’t have time to stop and those places close at dark). And we did this experience the day before we left, so I couldn’t go back.
Second tip - wear comfortable shoes! I had on converse sneakers but probably needed something with more cushion and traction (the sidewalks and roads are slick in some spots - even if not wet). Be ready for some serious walking, stairs and hills too. Don’t worry though, Miguel goes at a nice, relaxing pace so it’s not hard.
Third tip- do it!! You will get some of the best photos of beautiful Lisbon, have a great conversation with Miguel (he is so easy to talk to and be with), see wonderful places, people and things you would never know existed, and just enjoy the walk. I felt like I really experienced part of Lisbon.
Miguel is just wonderful and he does exactly what is described- he helps you frame the perfect picture (even if your 13 yr old wants to stop and take a photo of a stray cat)! He is incredibly patient too.
Do the experience. Hopefully there will be new people to meet in the group as well. We met Gary who was just delightful!
Enjoy Lisbon with Miguel.
Note: this is not a “find the best spots for selfies” thing (although you will be in great locations to do that if you want). I found this to be a “take unique GOOD photos of Lisbon experience.” (Yes - even with an iPhone)read moreread lessAlexandra8/21/2018Très belle expérience ! Miguel est très sympathique et est un passionné de photos autant que de Lisbonne ! Il prodigue des conseils avisés et de supers astuces pour prendre de magnifiques photos, tout en nous faisant découvrir sa superbe ville. J'ai passé un très bon moment en sa compagnie, et grâce à lui j'ai eu le plaisir de découvrir des quartiers de Lisbonne que je n'aurais certainement pas pu découvrir toute seule. Merci beaucoup Miguel ! A très bientôt !read moreread lessFrankT4248/21/2018Fantastic Experience - Night Photo Walk We can strongly recommend a photowalk with Miguel (we booked the night tour). Miguel was always available during our walk for background information about the city and specific areas. He's certainly also a great photographer - but he's not pushing you into any "technical" discussion about gear etc. (in case you don't want to). He's asking upfront what you're looking for and then he's arranging accordingly. Great!read moreread lessFrankT4248/21/2018Fantastic Experience - Night Photo Walk We can strongly recommend a photowalk with Miguel (we booked the night tour). Miguel was always available during our walk for background information about the city and specific areas. He's certainly also a great photographer - but he's not pushing you into any "technical" discussion about gear etc. (in case you don't want to). He's asking upfront what you're looking for and then he's arranging accordingly. Great!read moreread less - Jackie8/16/2018Miguel was super personable & so accommodating and friendly. Having his own kids, he was super relatable to our 10 & 12 yr old girls. He was so knowledgeable about the area & all the secret, amazing places to get the best photos. He patiently worked with each of us and showed us how to take the best pictures, which angles and most favorable lighting. We LOVED touring the hidden ally’s and locations that only a local would know about. HIGHLY recommend this tour!!! Thanks again Miguel!read moreread lessJack8/16/2018What an amazing experience! One of the highlights of our trip to Lisbon! It was so unique and quite informative. We learned some excellent tips on taking pictures and using the app on our phone. We walked through neighborhoods that we would not have normally found and we learned a lot about those areas as well. In addition, he was just a great person to lead us. I will hopefully get another chance to do another walk with him on our next tripread moreread lessBernhard R8/16/2018Want to learn from the best and have fun, book Miguel! Miguel is a super guy and true master of photography (check out his Instagram , amazing @miguelangelosilva, @photowalkslisboa)
with a passion to share his experience and knowledge. He has a nice style of coaching and was 100% focused on my needs.
He would take shots himself so I could (try to) copy what he was doing, learned so much.
He opened my eyes to what’s possible and gave me great practical tips immediately showing in the quality of my pictures. The walk was super pleasant, informative and relaxed, no better way to experience Lisbon’s most pictures part guided by a local. I was impressed by Miguel’s quick response time when I contacted him, he followed up immediately and made sure everything was agreed and prepared. I chose the morning slot at 7 am, streets where quiet, most tourists still asleep. Miguel spent over an hour more time than we had agreed and didn’t charge for it. Not only did he offer to stay in touch he immediately followed up with some web research related to a lens adapter I was using that didn’t quite work the way I expected. Can’t recommend him more and will meet him again when I’m back in Lisbon .. unless he is out surfing :-). Thanks a Miguel!read moreread lessBernhard R8/16/2018Want to learn from the best and have fun, book Miguel! Miguel is a super guy and true master of photography (check out his Instagram , amazing @miguelangelosilva, @photowalkslisboa)
with a passion to share his experience and knowledge. He has a nice style of coaching and was 100% focused on my needs.
He would take shots himself so I could (try to) copy what he was doing, learned so much.
He opened my eyes to what’s possible and gave me great practical tips immediately showing in the quality of my pictures. The walk was super pleasant, informative and relaxed, no better way to experience Lisbon’s most pictures part guided by a local. I was impressed by Miguel’s quick response time when I contacted him, he followed up immediately and made sure everything was agreed and prepared. I chose the morning slot at 7 am, streets where quiet, most tourists still asleep. Miguel spent over an hour more time than we had agreed and didn’t charge for it. Not only did he offer to stay in touch he immediately followed up with some web research related to a lens adapter I was using that didn’t quite work the way I expected. Can’t recommend him more and will meet him again when I’m back in Lisbon .. unless he is out surfing :-). Thanks a Miguel!read moreread less - Frank8/09/2018We spent over three hours in some very interesting neighbourhoods. Miguel was always available to provide explanations - but also gave us a lot of freedom to stop wherever we wanted, to take pictures etc. He will adapt the walk to your personal preferences. Highly recommended!read moreread lessAbdelghani8/02/2018Miguel is an accomplished photographer and a very nice person
I learned a lot of night photography techniques from him in a short time.
He will also show some good spots in the city that are not full of people and tell you stories behind them.
Thanks Miguel i had a good timeread moreread less - Mariët7/31/2018Het was een bijzonder leuke ervaring om op deze manier Lissabon te verkennen en tegelijk te fotograferen. Miguel is rustig, heeft verstand van fotografie en geeft handige tips hoe de foto beter kan. Wat ik fijn vond is dat hij de tijd nam voor de wandeling. Het leek alsof hij de tijd was vergeten. Ruim drie uren hebben we door Lissabon gewandeld. We waren maar met twee deelnemers, zodat het haast een privéwandeling was. Het voordeel was dat we zelf konden aangeven waar we wilden wandelen/fotograferen. Ik heb een erg leuke middag/avond gehad. Zeker een aanbeveling voor wie van wandelen en fotograferen houdt.read moreread lessJohn7/31/2018My friend en I had a more than three hour walk with Miguel. He gave us several useful tips in streetphotography. Miguel has a general program. However he asked if we had special wishes. We told Miguel we would like to go to Amalfa to see the local life, it was no problem for Miguel. He showed us typical places in that very special neighbourhood. We would never have discover this part of Lisbon on our own. Miguel is an expert in photography. He gave us usefull suggestions for composition and gave us good feedback on the pics we took. I highly recommend Miguel and his photowalk to start your visit to Lisbon. Thank you Miguel for your inspiration!read moreread lessMuru S7/31/2018Day and night photo shoot with Miguel There are teachers and there are GrandMasters. Miguel is the GrandMaster of photography. I had a day and night session and learnt so much about day photography and night photography in the short span of time I spent with him than I had by myself in the last 10 years. Learning to take control of your camera was his mantra. And what a huge difference it made to the photos I took. Miguel is a fantastic teacher, showed me some brilliant spots around town which I would not have discovered on my own and imparted deep knowledge in shooting techniques which is only going to improve my shooting skills. I whole heartedly recommend him. Do this experience. You will definitely benefit from it.
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Mururead moreread lessMuru S7/31/2018Day and night photo shoot with Miguel There are teachers and there are GrandMasters. Miguel is the GrandMaster of photography. I had a day and night session and learnt so much about day photography and night photography in the short span of time I spent with him than I had by myself in the last 10 years. Learning to take control of your camera was his mantra. And what a huge difference it made to the photos I took. Miguel is a fantastic teacher, showed me some brilliant spots around town which I would not have discovered on my own and imparted deep knowledge in shooting techniques which is only going to improve my shooting skills. I whole heartedly recommend him. Do this experience. You will definitely benefit from it.
Regards
Mururead moreread lessJenn7/30/2018Thanks to Miguel I had the best experience ever in Lisbon. He did every effort he could to give me an authentic taste of this beautiful city in only one night. If you book this experience be sure you will get more than expected: valuable advice to take great photos (even from a smartphone), the company of an outstanding guide and also some extras to make your journey unforgettable.read moreread lessMuru7/29/2018here are teachers and there are GrandMasters. Miguel is the GrandMaster of photography. I learnt so much about night photography in the short span of time I spent with him than I had by myself in the last 10 years. Learning to take control of your camera was his mantra. And what a huge difference it made to the night photos I took. I never imagined I would be able to take such night photos on my own once I understood taking control of my camera better. Miguel is a fantastic teacher, showed me some brilliant spots around town for night photos which I would not have discovered on my own and imparted deep knowledge in night shooting techniques which is only going to improve my photography skills. I whole heartedly recommend himread moreread less - Muru7/29/2018There are teachers and there are GrandMasters. Miguel is the GrandMaster of photography. I learnt so much about day photography in the short span of time I spent with him than I had by myself in the last 5 years. Learning to take control of your camera was his mantra. And what a huge difference it made to the photos I took. He is a fantastic teacher, showed me some brilliant spots around town which I would not have discovered on my own and imparted deep knowledge in shooting techniques which is only going to improve my shooting skills. I whole heartedly recommend him.read moreread lessScott H7/21/2018Do not hesitate! This should be one of the first things you do after landing in Lisbon. Miguel will take you on a 3-hour photo walk of this stunningly beautiful city. He will show you vantage points that you could probably find on your own but in ways and with photography suggestions that are likely to make your experience and photos much better. More importantly, he will walk you through lesser-known streets and explain some of the history surrounding them, enabling you to capture sights and people you would be unlikely to discover alone. He is a friendly and engaging guy, speaks excellent English, and will customize the walk to a time convenient for you. His most popular walk is 4-7pm, but some photographers will prefer to meet him early in the morning or later at night to take advantage of the light or simply get a different sense of the city. Miguel will try to accommodate that too. Not to be missed.read moreread lessScott H7/21/2018Do not hesitate! This should be one of the first things you do after landing in Lisbon. Miguel will take you on a 3-hour photo walk of this stunningly beautiful city. He will show you vantage points that you could probably find on your own but in ways and with photography suggestions that are likely to make your experience and photos much better. More importantly, he will walk you through lesser-known streets and explain some of the history surrounding them, enabling you to capture sights and people you would be unlikely to discover alone. He is a friendly and engaging guy, speaks excellent English, and will customize the walk to a time convenient for you. His most popular walk is 4-7pm, but some photographers will prefer to meet him early in the morning or later at night to take advantage of the light or simply get a different sense of the city. Miguel will try to accommodate that too. Not to be missed.read moreread lessMegan7/20/2018Great walk! Miguel was very knowledgeable and helpful for us. He taught us something’s we never knew about photography and the scenery was beautiful! We saw a different side of Lisbon. Not too touristy and was a great walk! Loved all the sightseeing and got some really great photos!
Megan
Miguel had a tough challenge with us because we had already been through the Alfama district. He had to adjust the tour. This is a tour for people who are fit, who wear good shoes, and can walk for a long time up and down many steps. What I enjoyed the most was talking about culture history and politics. We did visit lovely spots and this was a nice way to learn more about Portugal. What I enjoyed the most was the opportunity to ask questions of Miguel about life here. I am not a photography buff but it was still good. Thank you Miguel for the time we spent together.
-Barbararead moreread lessBarbara7/20/2018We enjoyed walking around parts of Lisbon with Miguel. We met him in an area of the city with beautiful tiled buildings which we would not otherwise have seen. He had to improvise on the fly because we had already spent a day in an area he had planned to walk through with us namely Alfama. We saw some lovely vantage points. He was very helpful in showing us how to improve our picture taking. What I enjoyed the most was talking with him about political and cultural aspects of life in Lisbon and in Portugal. This is a fairly strenuous outing and comfortable shoes and good legs are a must. There's many stairs to go up and down, likewise hillsread moreread less - Scott7/16/2018Miguel is the perfect host with whom to discover Lisbon . He is knowledgeable about the city and is himself an accomplished photographer. We saw little streets and alleys that we would not have otherwise discovered and also some stunning views of the city. Miguel is a relaxed and friendly person, always willing to share advice on camera settings and choice of angles for shots. I should add that the time we went for our walk was 4-7pm, when the sun was still strong, but Miguel is happy to arrange early morning or later evening walks for those interested in seeing the city in (literally) better light. I will sign up for another walk, this time early in the morning. This is a great way to start a trip, highly recommended.read moreread lessPatricia7/16/2018La visite est très bien, en dehors des sentiers très touristiques mais avec des vues superbes !
Miguel nous a permis de faire des photos de quartiers que nous n’aurions pas visité par nous mêmes.
De plus ses explications de la vie locale ont été très enrichissantes.
Je recommande vraiment cette expérience !read moreread lessJoe7/11/2018Great photography tips, lovely company. Miguel took me to hidden spots of Lisbon that I wouldn't have discovered on my own. If you have limited time to explore the city on your own, and would still like to discover some local flavors and cultural aspects, which is not touristy, sign up with Miguel for this tour. You will end up seeing a side of Lisbon, which you wouldn't have known otherwise.read moreread less - Carlos Henrique Andrade6/28/2018Experiência fantástica, fora de qualquer padrão tradicional de roteiro turístico, mas com muita informação interessante - histórica, comunitária, cultura local, etc.
Miguel é bastante atencioso e solícito, tem olhar aguçado e conhecimento da história local.
Respeita interesses, curiosidades e possíveis limitações dos participantes, adequando o ritmo às características de cada um.
O roteiro é bem estruturado, passando por locais sequer imaginados, e fora do circuito tradicional, permitindo ao participante desfrutar de visuais extraordinários de Lisboa.read moreread lessPaula6/25/2018Our tour with Miguel was one of the highlights of our stay in Lisbon. Not only did he give us some great tips on photography but we got to experience what Lisbon is like outside the tourist areas. He showed us a bit of the culture of the local residents and told us about some great Portuguese restaurants.read moreread lessJoanne6/25/2018We took Miguel’s tour as I was keen to remind myself of what taking great photographs is all about. I’d got into a rut of using auto setting & whilst not bad at composition knew my results weren’t always great. So it was ideal to have this experience in a city with a lot to shoot. We were only 4 on the trip so perfect to get Miguel’s time as we roamed the back streets of Lisbon, and streets and vistas you’d never naturally go to as a tourist. I was reminded of using aperture control & framing shots, using people & objects to add interest. The route we took wound up & down graffiti alleys & took in great views for photographing. We stopped for a quick beer in a small park overlooking the city & later in a very tiny local bar we had a cheeky Ginjinha! Portugal were playing in the World Cup so the streets were very quiet much to our advantage! Great experience & a big thank you to Miguel for hosting & sharing his love of Lisbon.read moreread lessJill6/19/2018Being taken to the real heart of Lisbon was absolutely amazing but being guided by someone with so much knowledge of the areas and photography was just exceptional. Miguel is very patient and is happy to give time even to beginners. He really offers an experience not to be missed. Thank you Miguel.read moreread less - Tabitha6/14/2018Today's tour with Miguel was great!!! The places he took us, we would never have found on our own. The shots we took were really amazing. His knowledge and teaching of editing photos and getting the best use from the camera was a great and super helpful. We really enjoyed this tour and highly recommend it. Thanks Miguel!read moreread lessJohn6/11/2018Outstanding. He tours the best parts of Lisbon neighborhoods. Places you would never see on your own. Very knowledgeable about photography and Lisbon. We had a 6 person group and he made it a point to talk to everyone individually, gauging their interest and knowledge and offering many individual tips geared to the interest and expertise of the individual. Patient and enthusiastic. It’s a good deal of walking so wear comfortable shoes. I came away with some great shots and great memories. Skip the tour book highlights. Do this. You won’t regret it.read moreread less
- Giselle6/08/2018Miguel knew of many excellent locations to take interesting and creative photos. We never would ha e found most on our own. His tips and suggestions resulted in better photos at the time and will help us in the future. He has a deep knowledge and love of the city. The pace was adjusted to the interests and needs of our individual group. Highly recommended!read moreread lessPaco6/08/2018Thank you Miguel for the experience! Not only did we see beautiful spots around the city, which we wouldn’t see otherwise if we didn’t go to the tour— we also learned much about photography. Truly much to appreciate from this tour.
Miguel offers a enriching experience as he shares his vantage point of the city. He also provides insights to further capture beautiful Lisbon — even with little experience and a smartphone.
Highly recommend. Five stars.read moreread lessMona6/07/2018Super great time with Miguel! We walked around Lisbon through less known places. It’s not necessary to have a good camera, we were 3 friends only with smartphones. Miguel gave us a lot of advices to improve our pictures. It’s a good idea to have this experience at the beginning of the trip! We really enjoyed it!read moreread lessBryan6/06/2018Miguel was an amazing guide and ambassador for Portugal! He not only helped me identify potentially great photographic images, he also gave some background to the area and history of Portugal! It was definitely one of my favorite activities and days on my trip! I would highly recommend this tour!!!read moreread less - Dennis5/28/2018I have knowledge of photography and wanted to roam the city with like minded people. This was a great opportunity to walk many locations off the normal path.
I had a pleasure talking with Miguel about the city and photography.
He is patient and will teach anyone who asks for his help.
It was a great experience, but be prepared to walk!
Thank you, Miguel!read moreread lessReni5/22/2018Miguel is an extremely friendly, patient, accommodating and knowledgeable guide. He is quite flexible on the path he takes and moulds the tour to your personal needs/wants. I was able to capture amazing shots thanks to Miguel and he even took pictures of me which I really appreciated as a solo traveller. Bring a jacket as Lisbon is a bit cold in the mornings. Overall I had a great time and this was a great addition to my stay in Lisbon.read moreread lessAlexandra5/21/2018Great experience offered by Miguel; if you like discovering a new place whilst improving your photographic skills, don't look further, this tour is for you. Miguel takes you off-the beaten track to show you the best spots of a very scenic part of Lisbon (Mouraria and Alfama) and picture opportunities will be legion! And Miguel is a very nice guy which is definitely a plus ;-)
Thanks Miguel, 'til next time!read moreread less - Antonella5/17/2018It was really a great experience :) Even though I was the only one the lesson took place and it lasted even longer! Miguel explained me a lot of staff about photography, giving me bunch of tips. He is really a good photograph with a lot of experience and patience to explain you everything you ask for! I hope to participate to some of his "lessons" again sometimes. Thanks Miguel :)read moreread lessDani5/14/2018The Photo walk with Miguel was very nice and perfectly adopted to my needs. He took time to explain and support me for taking better pictures and showing me some of the best spots and viewpoints, which I wouldn’t have found on my own.
It is an experience where you will learn
to better work with the light and see new angles and get new ideas from where your are taken. Your pictures will gain on quality. He was adopting to my speed and my wishes. He gave me a lot of advice for other places to take the best pictures in the surrounding. For me it was the best experience, I have done in Lisboa.read moreread lessIna Kölln5/09/2018It’s been a fantastic afternoon, discovering the most beautiful streets of Lisbon through my lens. Miguel is a local and knows every corner. He’s a very friendly guy with an eye for the detail and a great know-how. I can only recommend, and am looking forward to my next photowalk (maybe then by night?!). Go for it, totally worth the money!!read moreread lessHolly5/07/2018I am not a photographer but my daughter is which is why we signed up for the tour. I enjoyed listening to Miguel advise my daughter on improving her technique. It has helped me to compose better pictures. He also gave me a few useful tips for my cell phone camera that I have been trying. For me, I found Miguel to be a very personable and knowledgeable guide who provided me with an excellent overview of the sites and vistas to be viewed during my time in Lisbon. I would highly recommend this tourread moreread less - Jessica5/07/2018The photo walk with Miguel was wonderful. The walk was filled with gorgeous vistas and winding streets. Miguel also taught me more about photography and my camera as we sought out the perfect shot. I highly recommend this tour as a great way to see these neighborhoods and get a broader lay of the land in Lisbon.read moreread lessCatherine5/05/2018This was a perfect way to spend my first day in Lisbon, experiencing the city on foot with a local photographer who knows the best places to photograph. Miguel was a wonderful host, showing us the best angles for photographs, and going at a pace that suited everyone in the group, as well as being able to help with equipment if needed. I have photographs I am sure I would never have “found” without Miguel. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes as Lisbon is very hilly! This is a great way to experience the city.read moreread lessNicholas5/05/2018Thoroughly enjoyed my tour with Miguel. It was a great way the spend the afternoon/evening, with plenty of opportunities to shoot architecture, street art and Lisbon city life.
I am a complete amateur with my DSLR and always use it everything on automatic. Miguel showed me the basics of the aperture and ISO settings which really enriched the experience.
Thanks, Miguel!read moreread lessTom4/30/2018My tour with Miguel was exceptional from the very beginning. Walking through the streets of Lisbon, Miguel was very insightful in providing information on the experiences of the Portuguese people and the history/details of the streets. The pace is very relaxed and Miguel goes above and beyond to cater to your needs, especially when it comes to photography. As a professional photographer, Miguel was able to provide very useful tips and shared his creative work process behind his shots. In addition, being a Lisbon native, Miguel had great ideas on where to shoot in the city so your photos will look unique and interesting - something that's very hard to do in a regular tour. I think that with Miguel's easy-going personality, his dedication to his guests, and his expertise in photography, this tour/photo-walk was easily one of my best experiences in Lisbon! Thanks Miguel!read moreread lessJeffrey B1/01/1970Two for one deal What a great way to start our vacation in Portugal. This photography tour was very informative. My family and I learned a lot about the city of Lisbon and picked up some helpful tips about photography that improved how we took pictures so it was a great way to start our trip. Miguel was very knowledgeable about photography and very patient with us whenever we wanted to stop and take pictures. I would definitely recommend this walking tour.read moreread lesshsussdo1/01/1970Great experience for the serious Photographer My photo tour was set by my travel agent. Miguel was on time at my hotel. I had an immediate feeling of like,respect, and confidence in him. He is a highly knowledgeable photographer but a gentleman as well. He was helpful with settings and composition and locations but mostly shared his passion. He is very familiar with the hidden spots in Lisbon as well as beyond the confines of Lisbon. He was very free with his knowledge and recommendations. I would share more time with Miguel next time I am in Lisbon.read moreread less