My Must-Visit Lisbon Shopping Guide

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Desmond Zhengs

  • Arts & Culture

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  • Lisbon

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Lisbon Church stands tall against the clear sky on a sunny day.
Curator’s statement

In a city where history dances with modernity, Lisbon’s design scene thrives within the ancient architecture of this storied, sun-drenched city. The flourishing creative design and art scene reflects a city that honors its heritage while eagerly embracing innovation. The spirit of Lisbon’s artistic renaissance is palpable in the trendy neighborhoods of Chiado, Príncipe Real and São Bento.

Prncipe Real has small shops and creative centers. It has a lot of Portuguese craftsmanship, from furniture to handmade accessories. Embaixada, housed in a stunning restored palace, is a must-visit for design aficionados. In Chiado, the streets are lined with contemporary art galleries and concept stores, where minimalist design meets bold artistic expression. Meanwhile, São Bento is famous for its antique shops and ateliers, where artists and designers breathe new life into vintage finds. Together, these neighborhoods create a vibrant tapestry of creativity, where every corner of Lisbon pulses with inspiration and artistic flair.

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Kintu Studio

Kintu Studio is a place where you can find modern styles combined with traditional handwork. It has a wide selection of Portuguese handmade homeware, objects, and accessories that are unique and one-of-a-kind. The curation ranges from intricately woven textiles to beautifully hand-carved wooden decor, consciously reflecting thoughtful creation.

Feeting room

The Feeting Room changes how people shop with its diverse mix of new designers and new store ideas. It offers a modern shopping experience in the center of Lisbon that shows designs by small brands and independent Portuguese labels like Nobrand, Otherwise, and Atelier estorninho.

Vista Alegre

Founded in 1824, the historic Vista Alegre celebrates its 200-year anniversary of porcelain artistry. Their exquisitely crafted tableware and home decor are testaments to true Portuguese craftsmanship. Plus, their seasonal collaborations with design luminaries such as Christian Lacroix, Karim Rashid, Claudia Schiffer, Franck Muller, etc, are highly collectible items.

Embaixada

Embaixada is a unique concept store that is located in a beautiful 19th-century palace. It has a collection of mostly local designers and artists, each in their own rooms. The gin bar in the central courtyard serves as the perfect lounge to admire the original interior restored to its original glory.

21PR Concept

This stylish boutique is a great place to find new fashion, accessories, and lifestyle products. It has a carefully chosen selection of modern designs that are carefully chosen from the European region.

Next Memory

Step into a sensory journey through the different landscapes, culture and traditions of Portugal with Next Memory. The Atelier is a beautiful, restored laboratory from 1899. It lets you explore their amazing collection of fine fragrances, home and body products. It also honors its inspiring history.

Homecore

French-owned Homecore brings urban sophistication to Lisbon with its sleek, comfortable menswear. Casual but stylish, their careful attention to detail is shown in their signature tailored pants, warm knitwear, and bold outerwear. The store is also a great spot to discover cult brands such as Veja, Officine Universelle Buly 1803 and Amaury.

A Vida Portuguesa

The store is a charming place to celebrate Portuguese heritage. It takes visitors on a nostalgic trip through Portugal's history of handmade products. Shelves are filled with real products, from handmade ceramics and traditional soaps to delicious foods and old-fashioned paper goods. These items show the country's rich cultural traditions. Their new store DEPOZITO is in an old factory that has been turned into a craft store. It sells traditional handmade products and new artists' work, which is a true celebration of tradition and its renewal. ⁠

Mustique

Mustique offers bright, beach-inspired clothes and accessories that show the essence of tropical luxury. It combines bold prints with easy, sun-kissed elegance. Musicians The Jonas Brothers were recently spotted shopping there.

LX Factory

LX Factory is a lively creative center in an old factory complex. It has trendy shops, art studios, and new restaurants that come together to create Lisbon's coolest area. The graffiti-clad buildings house cultural events, markets, concerts and seasonal exhibitions, so be sure to check out their events calendar.

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This guide is part of our ongoing series on travel to Lisbon. Looking for more travel inspiration? Check out Casey Stein's guide, A Thrilling Three Day Blitz in Lisbon.