Feira da Ladra might not be the reason to go to Lisbon but if you're a flea market fan wondering…read morewhat treasures can be unearthed in that environment halfway across the world, this would be a great starting point. Occurring on Tuesdays and Saturdays, this open air flea market or, "thieve's market" (the literal translation), stretches from the bottom of one hill to the top, both sides of the street, with what's easily over a hundred vendors. I'd heard that bargaining isn't welcomed here and didn't try but even though I loved looking at everything, only a couple of things interested me enough to inquire about price. In the end, I tired of looking at everything before I ran out of everything to be looked at, but didn't come away empty-handed. A small art print was my prized-possession as well as a belief that everyone serious about vintage finds should make time for this during time spent in Lisbon.

We loved this flea market and spent a good amount of time walking around here. Several locals told…read moreus about it and I was thrilled that we were here on a Saturday and could go. There were tons and tons of vendors with all sorts of things at great prices for several city blocks with roads blocked off for pedestrians making it easy to shop. There was a nice mix of antiques and ceramics and old and new. I got a few small keepsakes as well as some totes and clothing for my daughter at fair prices. Definitely worth the visit. Plus, we walked through the charming Alfama and did additional shopping and snacking along the way. Several really cute breakfast spots can be found here.

Exquisite eclectic taste and quality for all wallets. Paulo is unpretentious, as honest as can be…read morein this trade, down to earth and very knowledgeable and has tons and tons of taste and obviously formerly rich friends in need to sell some family heritage. I see him as a new age antiquariat where we from the digital age can learn to see beauty, usefulness and value all at the same time. Well worth a stroll, beautiful neighbourhood deep inside old elegant and residential Lisbon.