Monchique
Watch potter Leonel at work in his atelier while you browse his bright, quality ceramics (tableware, tile friezes, lampshades, wall hangings and fish…
Must-see shopping in Portugal
Aliados & Bolhão
Click into the groove of retro Porto at Louie Louie, well stocked with vinyl and secondhand CDs to whisk you through the entire musical spectrum – from…
Estremadura & Ribatejo
Ceramics are big business in Alcobaça but if traditional is not your style, head to this small contemporary space – the former workshop of famed…
Nazaré
Eager to capitalise on its newfound international fame among the surf world, Praia do Norte has been branded by the municipality. You can take home…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
This boutique threesome sells beautifully crafted handbags made from 100% Portuguese materials in the on-site atelier (Poise). WetheKnot (www.wetheknot…
Évora
When you need a break from sightseeing, retreat to this delightful bookshop, owned by expat and author Julie Hodgson. You'll find a good selection of…
Aliados & Bolhão
This lovely store in an old fabric shop showcases a medley of stylishly repackaged vintage Portuguese products – classic toys, old-fashioned soaps and…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
Steeped in the promotion of home-grown artists, this discerning Chiado design shop specialises in quality design and lifestyle wares you won't find in…
Sintra
It can be overwhelming sifting through the riff-raff in Sintra's obnoxiously touristy shopping scene, but the ceramic, pottery, porcelain and jewellery…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
A second outlet of the ecofriendly Graça shop hawking all manner of gear (wallets, phone cases, handbags) fashioned from recycled coffee sacks, potato…
Aliados & Bolhão
Run with passion and precision by David Ferreira, this fabulous wine shop is a trove of well- and lesser-known ports and wines – many from small producers…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
Watch artisans carefully painting handmade azulejos at this workshop and store near the Casa dos Bicos. Fruits and flowers, boats, culinary motifs or…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
Browse and haggle for buried treasures at this massive flea market. You’ll find old records, coins, baggy pants, dog-eared poetry books and other attic…
Ribeira
Young creatives join collective forces to thrash out the designs of the eye-catching T-shirts sold here. Independent designers put their stamp on the…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
Planning a picnic? Stop by the shop of this century-old brand, one of several in the area, for sheep’s cheese from the Seia mountains, sardine pâté, rye…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
For over 20 years this colourful and enchanting shop has dealt in unique puppets, stuffed animals, puzzles and illustrated books, all handcrafted in…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
Little has changed since this old-world store opened in 1924: brass fittings still gleam, the coffee roaster is still in action, and home blends, sugared…
Funchal
Every last Sunday of the month a flea market takes place at the Jardim de Santa Luzia. There's all sorts of bric-a-brac on sale, including secondhand…
Aliados & Bolhão
Old-world grocery stores like this one are a dying breed. Besides beans, bacalhau and alheira sausages by the kilo, you'll find everything from…
Aliados & Bolhão
This beautiful old bookstore first opened its doors in 1942, making it one of Porto's oldest. Pop in for a great collection of Portuguese literature, as…
Funchal
This 21st-century mall is the best shopping centre between Lisbon and New York. In addition to the big-name shops, it also has a pharmacy, a large…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
A gramophone plays vinyl classics as divas grab vintage styles, from psychedelic prints to 6in platforms and pencil skirts, at this Bairro Alto hipster…
Aliados & Bolhão
Named after the cinema that once stood here, this minimall harbours an eclectic array of original stores, food outlets and pop-up shops. Livraria Poetria…
Aliados & Bolhão
When tripeiros want to plug into the current music scene that's swimming away from the mainstream, this is where they go. The record store also has plenty…
Funchal
Madeira's largest shopping mall, situated high above the city centre in the Santo António neighbourhood. There are more than 100 shops, plus restaurants…
The Beiras
This central shop stocks the full range of local mountain specialities, from rounds of tangy Serra de Estrela cheese to cured sausages, woolly slippers,…
Coimbra
Lovely hand-painted ceramics by Senhor Tomás. If you can't find anything from the stacks of mugs, jars, plates tiles, objets d'art on sale, he can do…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
The world's oldest operating bookshop, open since 1732 according to Guinness World Records, Bertrand has excellent selections, including titles in English…
Évora
Each weekend sees the Feiras no Largo, one of four different markets held in the city. Expect antiquities, used books and collectables, art and artesenato…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
In Rua dos Bacalhoeiros ('cod-vessel street') lies this store dedicated wholly to slinging tinned fish, and whose walls are a mosaic of retro wrappings…
Aliados & Bolhão
Up-to-the-minute Portuguese fashion and design take centre stage at this concept store with a much-coveted array of accessories, bags and some seriously…
Aliados & Bolhão
Vista Alegre has been doing the finest line in Portuguese porcelain since 1824, with pieces ranging from minimalist to those emblazoned with naturalistic…
Príncipe Real, Santos & Estrela
Interesting to browse in even if you have no intention of buying, this immensely cool vaulted gallery displays the contemporary works of Portuguese…
Funchal
This small, unmarked emporium sells leather goods made from the finest Portuguese hides in Funchal, including belts, handbags, briefcases and wallets.
Vila Nova de Gaia
Stock up on fine whites, rubies and tawnies here, as well as conservas (tinned fish), preserves and other goodies. Ships worldwide.
Tomar
For Knights of the Templar fanatics, this is the spot to go for everything from battle figurines to swords, both replicas and antiques.
Lagos
Lagos' covered market is an intriguing place to wander, and a great spot to stock up on fresh produce and super-fresh seafood.
Évora
One of many shops along Rua 5 de Outubro, this was the first – and is still one of the best – that sells cork products.
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
Clued-up DJs head for this music store that stocks second-hand vinyl and the latest house, dance and electronica grooves.
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
One of the city’s biggest book and music stores. You can buy tickets for many concerts and events here as well.
