Shopping in Lisbon

Bookshops in Lisbon are not just places to get your hands on a book, but also historical landmarks that showcases Portugal's love for books. A city known for a rich literary tradition born of its culture of maritime exploration and political struggles, bookworms often flock to the Chiado neighborhood, where they can visit the oldest bookstore in the world.

Portuguese literature is heavily influenced by the cultures of Brazil, Africa and various other regions where Portuguese explorers founded far-flung colonies. This means there is a wealth of opportunity for visitors to Lisbon to explore Portuguese literature, as well as finding books in other languages in the many great bookshops in the city.