If you want to immerse yourself in Lisbon's culture and community, start by exploring the city's diverse shopping districts and local produce. Lisbon may be a small city, but its districts each boast their distinct charm and character.
In the heart of Lisbon lies the Baixa, or downtown area, where you can step back in time and discover the city's traditional shops. Stroll down streets like Rua dos Bacalhoeiros (Bacalhau St.), Rua dos Fanqueiros (Draper’s St.), Rua do Ouro (Gold St.), Rua da Prata (Silver St.), and Rua dos Correeiros (Saddler’s St.), each named after trades that once thrived there. For a more modern shopping experience, head to Avenida da Liberdade, where international stores line the streets.
For high-end brands, design boutiques, and art galleries, make your way up to the vibrant Chiado district. Antique lovers will enjoy perusing the shops along with Rua do Alecrim in Chiado and Rua Dom Pedro V in Bairro Alto. For a more eclectic shopping experience, the Príncipe Real district offers a range of independent and artisan stores.
Lisbon is also known for its lively market scene, with pop-up markets appearing regularly throughout the city. Whether you prefer traditional stores or modern shopping malls, Lisbon offers an array of options to satisfy every shopper's taste.
Chiado | 758 | 28E | Baixa-Chiado
Authentic ceramics and azulejo tiles from a company whose history goes back to 1741. In this showroom, they sell copies of traditional tile designs and a great range of pots and ceramics. Items here are not cheap souvenirs. Tours are available on request.
Monday – Friday: 09h00 – 12h30/13h30 – 18h00, Saturday: 10h00 – 18h00, Sunday: CLOSED
95 Rua do Alecrim, 1200-015 Lisboa, Portugal.
38° 42' 34.0" N | 09° 08' 35.4" W
+351 213 422 537 | Website
Santa Cruz | 178, 734 | 28E | Intendente
The outlet shop of Fábrica da Viúva is a piece of art in its own right. Completely covered in breathtaking tiles, this well-established shop has been selling high-quality azulejo tiles and ceramics here since 1849..
Daily: 10h00 - 18h30
25 Largo do Intendente, 1100-285, Portugal.
38° 43' 15.8" N | 09° 08' 05.4" W
+351 212 314 274
Near the Sé | 737 12E, 28E
This small shop is jam-packed with curiosities and regional crafts inccluding glazed earthenware, rugs, embroidery, Madeira lace, baskets and toys. Well worth having a look around and a great place to find a gift.
Monday – Saturday: 08h30 – 22h00, Sunday: CLOSED
2 Largo Madalena, 1100-226 Lisboa, Portugal.
38° 42' 36.9" N | 09° 08' 06.8" W
Chiado | 758 | 28E | Baixa-Chiado
Officially the oldest bookstore in the world Livraria Bertrand opened its doors on Rua Garrett in Chiado in 1732. It has many rooms and quiet areas where people can read and relax.There's a wide range of books and magazines in various languages.
Daily: 09h00 – 22h00
73-75 Rua Garrett, 1200 203, Portugal.
38° 42' 38.8" N | 09° 08' 28.2" W
+351 210 305 590 | Website
Baixa | 1, 19B, 207, 709. 732, 736, 744, 746, 783
Avenida (Blue Line)
Since 1983 Carbono has been Lisbon's greatest second=hand record store. There is a vast choice of indie, classic rock, pop, jazz, African, Brazilian, Fado and soul as well as posters and memorabilia. You can buy cheaper but you'll miss the joy of flipping through thousands of discs.
Tuesday – Saturday: 11h00 – 19h00
6B Rua Telhal, 1150-323 Lisbon, Portugal.
38° 43' 09.7" N | 09° 08' 33.4" W
+351 213 423 757 | Website
LX Factory - Alcantâra | 201, 714, 727,728, 729, 751 | Alcântara Mar | 15E
Ler Devagar (meaning read slowly) is well at home in the trendy LX Factory cultural centre. It has evolved beyond being just a bookstore into a cool meeting place, café, concert venue and exhibition space. The flying bicycle hanging from the ceiling is a symbol of their ambitions. Ler Devagar was named one of the 10 most beautiful bookstores in the world by the NY Times.
Monday: 12h00 – 21h00, Tuesday – Thursday: 12h00 - 00h00, Friday & Saturday: 12h00 – 02h00, Sunday: 11h00 – 21h00
103 Rua Rodrigues Faria, 1300-501, Lisbon.
38° 42' 10.0" N | 09° 10' 42.8" W
+351 213 259 992 | Website
LX Factory
The LX Factory is one of Lisbon's coolest haunts. It's overflowing with trendy restaurants, bars, boutique shops and urban art. Old disused industrial spaces have found new life in the shadow of the Ponte de 25 Abril Bridge. Back in the ninteenth century the area was the most important weaving and textile companies (Companhia de Fiação e Tecidos Lisbonense) that dominated the Alcântara district. Following closure in the 1980's the area became a derelect wasteland until 2008 when new investiment transformed it into creative hub.
Today the LX Factory has a village-like feel and home to Lisbon's most creative minds. Weekends and evenings the area fills up with the in-crowd who like to hang-out in the eateries and cobbled streets. Sundays are a great day to visit and walk off your hangover exploring the weekly flea market.
201, 714, 727,728, 729, 751
Alcântara Mar (Cascais Line)
15E
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103 Rua Rodrigues Faria, 1300-501, Lisbon.
38° 42' 10.0" N | 09° 10' 42.8" W
Website
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If you love fashion and all things style, Freeport Lisboa Fashion Outlet is the place for you. Only 30 minutes from the centre of Lisbon, in Alcochete, on the quiet south bank of the Tagus, here you will find the best brands with discounts of up to 70% all year round, top international brands as well as homegrown, a sophisticated and original environment and excellent service that always welcomes you with great joy.
Daily: 10h00 – 22h00
Avenida Euro 2004, 2890-154 Alcochete, Portugal.
38° 45' 05.4" N | 08° 56' 26.7" W
+351 212 343 501 | Website
Príncipe Real | 198, 202, 758 | 24E
EmbaiXada is located in the Ribeiro da Cunha Palace, one of the most emblematic buildings of the trendy Príncipe Real neighbourhood. This 20th-century neo-Arabesque palace was transformed into an innovative commercial gallery where several national brands and artists work on design, craftsmanship, fashion, cuisine, and Portuguese culture. The outcome is a meeting point for people and experiences that mix tradition, contemporaneity, architectural heritage preservation, and the best innovation Portugal has to offer.
Monday – Saturday: 12h00 – 20h30, Sunday: 11h00 – 19h00
26 Praça do Príncipe Real, 1250-184, Lsbon, Portugal.
38° 43' 00.4" N | 09° 08' 55.0" W
+351 965 309 154 | Website
Chiado | 1
Quality gloves have been sold at the Luvaria Ulisses since 1925 and sadly the last dedicated glove shop in Lisbon. All the gloves are handmade in small batches or custom-made, employing traditional techniques and using quality materials. The shop is tiny and can only fit a couple of customers at a time. Its Neoclassic façade is barely wider than the front door. The interior maintains it's original Art Deco styling.
Monday – Saturday: 10h00 – 13h30/14h00 – 19h00, Sunday: CLOSED
87a Rua do Carmo, Chiado, Lisboa, Portugal.
38° 42' 44.5" N | 09° 08' 22.8" W
+351 213 420 295 | Website
Carcavelos | M41 Carcavelos
The market in Carcavelos is one of the city's oldest. Easy to get to opposite the train station (Cascais Line) it's held every Thursday between 08h00 – 13h00. There's a diverse selection of goods on sale ranging from clothes, shoes, bags, jewellery, linen, towels, ceramics, food and crafts. The market attracts locals and visitors alike, but to grab the best bargains it's best to arrive early.
Thursday: 08h00 – 13h00
Rua do Mercado 2775, Parede, Carcavelos, Portugal.
38° 41' 20.1" N | 09° 19' 54.5" W
Alfama | 712, 734, 735, 704, 745, 759, 781, 782
28E
Just in front of the Pantheon is Campo de Santa Clara square. There's been a market held here since medieval times. Now it's held every Tuesday and Saturday, from 09h00 – 18h00. The small stalls and traders sell all sorts of brick-a-brack, new and second-hand goods, crafts, antiques and collectable items. The market is well worth a mooch-around when combined with a visit to the Pantheon. In the Botto Machado Gardens next to the market there's a great little kiosk where you can grab a simple lunch, a cold beer and people watch.
Tuesday & Saturday: 09h00 – 18h00
Campo de Santa Clara, Lisbon, Portugal.
38° 42' 56.4" N | 09° 07' 31.1" W
Cascais | M27 Cascais
The market in Cascais has evolved immensely since its inception in 1952. It has been transformed into a centre for restaurants, bars and terraces, themed markets and a place for selling produce. On Wednesday mornings it has a big old-fashioned market selling everything from linen to ceramics, from shoes to jeans. It is connected to the fresh food market, the Mercado Saloio, which sells fish, meat, fruit, vegetables, flowers, cheeses, amongst other things.
Wednesday & Saturday: 09h00 – 17h00
Rua Padre Moisés da Silva, 2750-437, Cascais, Portugal.
38° 42' 06.7" N | 09° 25' 18.2" W
+351 214 825 000 | Website
Enjoy a day out at one of Europe's largest fashion outlets! Board a comfy bus and get your shop on at Freeport Outlet. From fashion and sportswear to accessories and perfumes, work your way around 140 shops! Transport is included from Lisbon and back. The Freeport Outlet is a one-stop-shop – or maybe that's 140 shops – for all your clothing, perfume and accessory needs. Shop with huge discounts on brands like Hugo Boss, Carolina Herrera, Escada, Pepe Jeans, Adidas, Tommy Hilfiger, Samsonite, Calvin Klein Underwear, Burberry, Mango, Asics, and Bimba Y Lola. Only 30 minutes from Lisbon, this trip includes a scenic bus ride across one of the most beautiful bridges in Europe, the Vasco da Gama. Don't forget to book your extra baggage allowance for the flight home!
• Transport from central Lisbon to the Freeport Outlet Shopping Centre in Alcochete near Lisbon and back
• VIP Card (to be picked up at the Information Centre pyramid at the shopping centre) for an additional 10% discount at participating shops
• Free beverage (coffee or a bottle of water) at participating restaurants or coffee shops
• Free traditional drink at O Farnel restaurant, including a traditional Portuguese drink (port, ginja or moscatel)
• 20% discount on your Vacuum Shopping Bag (to be picked up at the Information Center)
Alcochete | 202, 711, 713, 748, 753, 758, 774, 783 | 24E | Marquês de Pombal
Opened in 1985, Amoreiras is one of the most iconic commercial spaces in Lisbon. Because of its characteristics and post-modern design, the shopping centre has become an obligatory stop for residents and tourists. It has a total area of 45 thousand square metres with cinemas, restaurants, a hotel and has over 200 stores. At Amoreiras, you can find all sorts of merchandise, which goes from fashion, food, decoration, culture, and leisure to health and beauty.
Daily: 10h00 – 22h00
Av. Eng. Duarte Pacheco, 1070-103 Lisbon, Portugal.
38° 43' 24.3" N | 09° 09' 40.4" W
+351 213 810 200 | Website
Parque das Naçôes | 00, 705, 708, 725, 728, 744, 750, 759, 782, 794 | Oriente | Oriente
Located next to the Gare do Oriente the Centro Vasco da Gama shopping centre has great international brands on show, such as C&A, H&M, Bershka and Mango, as well as, interesting home-grown enterprises. A total of 160 shops sit beneath the complex's interesting glass roof. A constant gush of water flows between two panes of glass, complementing the nautical theme of the Expo'98. On the top floor, there's a great food hall that caters for all diets, budgets and appetites. In the basement, there's a large. supermarket which is ideal if you're staying in self-catering accommodation close by.
Daily: 10h00 – 00h00
Centro Vasco da Gama, Avenida Dom João II 40, Parques das Nações, Lisbon.
38° 46' 03.8" N | 09° 05' 49.5" W
+351 218 930 600 | Website
Benifica | 729, 765, 750, 778, 799 | Colégio Militar/Luz
When Centro Colombo first opened, it was considered the largest on the Iberian peninsula but has now been superseded - but it remains massive. Spread over three levels Columbo is home to a whopping 340 stores, over 60 eateries, a multiplex cinema, gym, bowling alley, amusement park and kids playground. The shopping centre is ideally located in Benfica next to the football stadium and metro station.
Daily: 08h00 – 00h00
Avenida Lusíada, 1500-392, Lisbon, Portugal.
38° 45' 13.3" N | 09° 11' 21.7" W
+351 217 113 600 | Website