Solar tiles in Portugal

Where to buy antique tiles in Portugal?

Solar is the oldest and largest antique store in Portugal, and the world’s largest antique tile dealer. Solar is now in the third generation of the Leitão family, trading from the 1940’s and in this location since 1957. The filosophy of Solar antiques is to share the knowledge about tiles as well as Portuguese decorative arts.

Where can I find Portugal tiles?

To find amazing Portugal tiles, you should visit the São Bento Railway Station. Built in 1903, this place incorporates more than 20,000 tiles that depict certain events from Portugal’s history. Another great place to find these tiles is the Church of São Francisco in Porto.

Where to buy azulejos in Portugal?

Solar Antiques describes itself as the oldest and largest antique shop in Portugal and the world’s largest distributor of antique azulejos (Portuguese tiles). When you enter the shop you immediately understand why they are the best azulejos distributors. The shop is one big exhibition of the most beautiful, oldest, and most special azulejos.

Are solar tiles good for redecoration?

Solar tiles are not just of interest if you are doing a larger scale redecoration. This rabbit warren of antique tiles stacked by style and age provides a great visual insight into the styles and patterns of Lisbon tiles from the 17th through the 19th centuries. One of these tiles makes a special gift or souvenir.