Markets in Lisbon
Feira da Ladra
if you are a bargain hunter, and you are looking for special gifts and souvenirs, you should head out here on Saturday or Tuesday morning. Here anyone can find something that will remind them of their trip to Lisbon. the market has a great atmosphere and gives you a fantastic opportunity to experience the culture of the city today.
Time Out Market
This is a street food market. Some of Lisbon’s best foods can be found here. Lisbon has a terrific restaurant scene, there are so many great ones, and the competition is intense. Some of the best restaurants have a booth in this market so you can taste a dish from the restaurant and sample their delicacies. This way, if you are traveling on a budget and want to experience Lisbon’s extravagant foods, you can come here and enjoy a dish without having to order an entire meal.
Mercado de Campo de Ourique
There are a few street food markets in Lisbon, Mercado de Campo de Ourique is one of the best. It is considered a sister market with the Time Our market, and it is considered one of Lisbon’s well-kept secrets.
Mercado 31 de Janeiro
Lisbon is the first capital of a global empire; this is because of all the adventures out at sea from the 15th -18th centuries. Therefore, Lisbon always had a deep connection to the sea, including seafood. If you want to know where you can purchase that best fish, octopus, squid, or any other types of seafood you should come here. It is the best place to get the ingredients you need for a terrific meal, and at the same time enjoy the culture of the city.
Mercado Biologico Do Principe Real
When visiting in Lisbon you should try the superb organic fruit and vegetables. The best place to get these items is the ‘Mercado Biologico Do Principe Real’ which is held every Saturday morning close to the Príncipe Real garden. You can get great healthy fruits, vegetables, juice, olive oil, fresh herbs and so much more, while enjoying the best of a Saturday morning in the city.
LX Factory Sunday Market
If you want to find vintage treasures, it is recommended to come here on a Sunday from 11 AM till 6 PM. This is what people like to call a hipster paradise with great shops and restaurants. On Sunday you can find great jewelry, crafts, interesting clothes, and so much more. During the morning hours on Sunday there is also a small fruit and vegetable market.
Feira de Alfarrabistas
The city of explorers is probably the best place to have a market of secondhand written word items. Every Saturday from 10 AM till 5 PM you can find here so many great things from vintage books to old maps, or maybe just an ordinary secondhand book. The market is located in Chiado on Rua da Anchieta.
Avenida da Liberdade Market
Usually when people walk, they look forward, but in Avenida da Liberdade you look down. This is because the sidewalk is a work of art with incredible mosaic masterpieces. What better place to host an antiques market? Here you will enjoy everything, the view (up forward and down), the atmosphere, and of course the antiquing. The market takes place every second weekend of the month and the 4th Saturday of the month proceeding Thursday from May to October.