Gift ideas Portugal

Did you know that? Portugal has a tradition of leather work and is a manufacturer of very good quality shoes. Now that you're there, it's the time to crack on a pair of shoes made in Portugal. Lisbon still has quite a few shops that are not chains and only offer quality shoes. This establishment is one of them! In its showcases, you will admire a choice of Derby, Richelieu, boots... for men and women in different colours and materials.

A new shop that recently opened its doors in the famous rua da Bica. Inside, a colourful and luminous atmosphere. Lamps, necklaces, rings that glittering with each of them their own colours. Unique creations, with taste and finesse, to see if only for the pleasure of eyes.

Cork is not only used to make corks for wine bottles, Portugal is, by the way, the world's leading producer! Forget leather for a while or for good: cork is a light but solid material that is very pleasant to the touch! In this loja showroom, you can admire decorative elements, fashion accessories, luggage in different colours... From the trendy handbag to the eyeglass case that goes well, through the wallets, it is, perhaps, the time to indulge yourself or to indulge!

In the heart of the historic center, this store offers quality and original handicrafts, such as ceramic sculptures, flower-shaped saucers, and objects diverted from religion (without offending but transformed with bright colors). Meia Tigela also proposes several typical gourmet products of the region that make your mouth water. A nice and friendly store to discover to bring back original souvenirs that you will only find here. Smiling and pleasant welcome. Stop by, you won't leave empty-handed.

It is impossible to pass in front of this shop without noticing it. You are here in the kingdom of the sardine with a decor reminiscent of the circuses of yesteryear. In this shop you will find traditional oil sardines but with an attractive packaging. Each box has a date with an important event occurring during this period as well as various facts. More than 100 references from 1916 to 2016. An address to visit if you are looking for a birthday gift

A small store full of beautiful handmade treasures. Dona Marta's welcome is extraordinarily smiling. You will find traditional costumes worn during romarias, colorful embroidery, some jewelry sets, small ceramic sculptures, etc. Entering Marta Prozil's shop is the assurance of leaving with a beautiful souvenir to bring back or to offer, typical of Portugal, of the Minho region in particular and above all unique. A store that deserves to be highlighted for the perpetuation of a Portuguese know-how.

Here you can find all kinds of wonderful clothes decorated with colorful embroideries of Viana. The work is careful and the embroidery is handmade. You can also find beautiful doilies, small boxes and other trinkets that will wonderfully decorate your home. Authentic and handcrafted souvenirs to bring back or to offer. You are welcomed with a smile in this store where there are many pretty things to see. Take a look around quietly.

A huge hall to rescue everyone who realizes that 2 hours before departure, they made no gift! A little le de Casa, a huge bazaar "everything at 1 €. We have to look, but we fall on fashion and not expensive crockery, artificial flowers, house accessories, some souvenirs, Christmas detailing (good, when it's season) and lots of objects to make fun. There's a lot of turnover in the stock, so we don't have to hesitate too long when you benchmark something good.

The shop of one of the oldest artisanal factories of azulejos, which has been perpetuating traditional and manual techniques since 1741. A beautiful and wide choice of azulejos inspired by classic or modern motifs. You will find lamps, panels, coats of arms, quite original bathroom accessories, single tiles (don't miss the series of dogs, especially British customers). There are pretty little gifts to make: napkin rings or small ashtrays, vases, decanters. Prices start very low.

Since 1824, the great name of Portuguese hand-painted porcelain. The collections are worth a look, and the prices are finally incredibly low compared to those of Limoges. For pleasure, explore the many lines inspired by old Chinese motifs or beautiful Portuguese decoration. Vista Alegre provides special services for crowned heads, but has also opened Casa Alegre, a chain dedicated to small budgets with several really nice tableware lines that can be found in shopping centres.

Depozito is the union of two projects: A Vida Portuguesa and Portugal Manual, one promoting traditional crafts and the other contemporary. The 400^m2 store features a highly specialized selection of decorative objects, household linen and fashion accessories. The entrance to the store is decorated with large posters of old advertisements for various products. Artisans are regularly invited to give demonstrations and workshops on specific skills.

This is, in our opinion, one of the most beautiful concept stores in the Príncipe Real area. You will find a little bit of everything: decoration, gift ideas, clothes, bags, accessories like sunglasses or jewelry but also books... The selection is of very good taste and quality. The prices are a bit high sometimes. The brands present are Portuguese and international. We prefer to warn you, there is a lot of choice, it will be difficult to leave the store without buying anything.

Satisfying travelers in search of local and original handicrafts, this is the idea that animated the owners of the Flores Creative Store. They propose exclusively Portuguese handicrafts or products whose creators are Portuguese, in order to value the national know-how. More than 60 designers are represented. You will find, for example, linen and clothing made of wool, wallets made of cork, or bags made of tire tubes. A modern and very cute Ali Baba's cave.

Going up Rua do Almada, you will inevitably come across this pretty concept store run by a mother, Maria Branco, and her son, Luís Palhão. Inside, you can find everything. Leather boots from Ary Horse, jewelry from Maria Branco, men's shirts, backpacks from the Serra da Estrela, crockery from the Alentejo, blankets, antique furniture, Colombian handmade wallets. Jams, olive oil, wine and candles complete the varied offer of this store. Perfect for finding an original gift.

The origin of this brand dates back to 1887 when two Germans, Ferdinand Claus and Georges Schweder, founded the first soap and perfume factory in northern Portugal. Coming down from the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcantara, you will see one of their shops on your right. Your eye will immediately be drawn to the retro and colourful packaging, reminiscent of the Art Deco style of the 1930s. The smells of soaps (then declined in candles and cie) are bewitching and make you want to crack.

"Love Lisbon", love it so much that you can't come back without a memory of this beautiful city. Souvenirs from Portugal, yes, but design souvenirs with craftsmanship using traditional know-how with a style that has been updated. In this shop you will find ceramics by young artists but also tote bags proudly displaying the Lisbon symbols and other objects of all kinds. Here, we are far from the ultrakitsch shops that can be found all over the historic centre and that's good!