
Portuguese School of Equestrian Art
The tradition of the Royal Riding Academy, live — from daily training to the grand performance
The Portuguese School of Equestrian Art preserves and presents the classical riding tradition developed at the 18th-century Portuguese court, with Lusitano horses and riders in period dress. Here you’ll find two complementary ways to experience it: Morning Training, offering a close look at the discipline and daily work behind the art, and the Galas, an evening show that recreates the courtly atmosphere with equestrian exercises and music. Choose the ticket that best fits your schedule and the way you’d like to see this tradition come to life.
Available Experiences
Choose the experience that best suits your preferences.

Morning Training
Watch the morning training of the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art, rooted in the traditions of the Portuguese court of the 18th century. A rare chance to see Lusitano horses and riders in period dress at the Henrique Calado Riding Hall, in Belém.
- Monday to Friday
- Páteo da Nora: 11:00–12:00
- Riding Hall: 12:00–13:00
- Classical riding in the tradition of the Royal Riding Academy (Picaria Real)
- Location: Henrique Calado Riding Hall & Páteo da Nora (Calçada da Ajuda, Lisbon)

Portuguese School of Equestrian Art Galas
An unforgettable show recreating the atmosphere of the 18th-century Portuguese court, with Portuguese Equestrian Art performed to period music, a true journey back in time.
- Henrique Calado Riding Hall (Calçada da Ajuda, Lisbon)
- 9:30 pm (Páteo da Nora visit: 8:30 pm)
- High School Airs & Court Games (equestrian exercises)
- Follow along via programme / “Arte Equestre” app / digital brochure

Horse Observation
A horse observation drawing workshop combining historical context, movement analysis and live practice. An exercise in attention, precision and sensitivity of gesture, in a unique setting at the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art.
- Data: 21/03/2026
- Horário: 09h00–18h00
- Local: Picadeiro Henrique Calado
- Inscrição: 100€ · Workshop em português e inglês · materiais fornecidos

Marialva Tradition: Training the Horse at the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art
A training day focused on how an Alter horse is prepared for the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art — from selection and early handling at the Alter Stud Farm to the highest level.
- Date: 23/05/2026
- Time: 9:00 am–6:30 pm
- Location: National Palace of Queluz and the Henrique Calado Riding Hall in Belém, Lisbon.
- Fee: €100 · Language: Portuguese · Audience: general public, riders, coaches and students

Basic principles of equine biomechanics and training
A workshop in partnership with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (University of Lisbon), showing how biomechanics and nutrition can influence riding practice.
- Date: 11/10/2025
- Time: 9:00 am–6:15 pm
- Location: National Palace of Queluz and Henrique Calado Riding Hall
- Fee: €100 · University student: €20 · Lunch included

Breeding and Selecting the Lusitano Horse for Equestrian Art and Dressage
A training day focused on the Purebred Lusitano, in partnership with APSL, covering breeding, handling and training — bringing together methods and know-how.
- Date: 22/11/2025
- Time: 9:00 am–6:30 pm
- Location: National Palace of Queluz and Henrique Calado Riding Hall
- Fee: €100 · Language: Portuguese · FEP accredited (coach CPD)

Family Gala: “Gentil”
A family-friendly show that presents the evolution of riding in Portugal in an educational way — with Portuguese Equestrian Art demonstrations.
- Dates: 30/05/2026 and 19/12/2026
- Time: 12:00 pm · Duration: 30 min
- Venue: Henrique Calado Riding Hall (Belém)
- Extra: behind-the-scenes at Páteo da Nora from 11:00 am
Benefits of Combined Tickets
- Save up to 10% when visiting multiple sites
- Digital tickets sent by email
- Convenient access, with no ticket office queues