Explore Lisbon's Markets and Fairs, Lisbon

The markets and fairs of Lisbon embody the soul of the city: they are excellent places to meet locals and buy authentic local food and souvenirs. They all have completely different atmospheres, too, and visiting several of them will give you some compelling insights into the city and its day-to-day rhythms. There is also a market or fair to suit every taste, whether that be vintage objects, traditional handicrafts, or contemporary urban arts and crafts. 

The best known is the flea market, the Feira da Ladra, where you can find everything from old azulejo tiles to quirky antiques. The market is held on Tuesdays and Saturdays in the Campo de Santa Clara, by São Vicente de Fora monastery. There are also countless small markets popular with a younger crowd, such as the Feira das Almas, a cool creative hub with a monthly art and flea market, and the trendy Sunday market at LX Factory, where you can find vintage clothing and products made by young and upcoming craftspeople.

Don’t forget to visit the organic markets in the city either. Start with the city's biggest traditional market, the daily Mercado da Ribeira, and then visit the fashionable food hall Time Out Market next door, also open daily from 10 am to midnight.