Things to do

The best Christmas markets in Lisbon

When the Christmas lights are lighted up for the first time at Armazéns do Chiado, it means that the Christmas season is officially open. The lights call for late afternoon walks around Lisbon, where you may find several craft stalls, ice rinks, concerts and a lot of joy. Santa Claus is of course always moving around the city, trying to figure out the wishes of the younger ones. So let’s put a warm coat on, wear a comfortable pair of shoes, and start your visit to Lisbon’s Christmas markets… and much more!

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Where to drink mulled wine in Lisbon | Lost in Lisbon

The habit of drinking mulled wine took a long time to arrive in Portugal, but it’s here to stay. Find out where you can find this hot drink to warm you on winter days.

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Carioca: Want to choose the beans for your coffee?

Come and smell the grain that is “rooted” inside this store with more than 80 years old. True coffee drinkers will be surrendered to the flavor absorbed only by nose.

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The perfect cinema to take a break from Baixa-Chiado frenzy

It’s the oldest cinema in Lisbon. It was a theater dedicated to pornographic movies. Today, you don’t have popcorn or sodas and you can see alternative and independent films.

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Lisbon markets that will surprise you

Lisbon locals love markets. In fact, like most all the Portuguese people. And this happens for many reasons, mostly related to foods. Better flavor, better visual appearance, better texture, origin from local producers (often also biological) and a good variety of choice are just a few factors that bring thousands of people to the Lisbon markets nowadays.

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