No more unanswered questions for the little ones! Now, when they ask you “where is Santa Claus in Lisbon?”, you can tell them that you know where they “live”, because we have the essential guide to finding the friendly old man with the white beard.
This guide is a magical and enchanting invitation to discover Lisbon’s friendliest Santas, who come to life at this time of year and leave any child infected with joy, even if it’s a risky profession.
If you’ve already planned to immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit in the city, this guide will be your perfect companion… and the little ones will love the surprise.
Now, in addition to the enchanting Christmas markets and the most spectacular Christmas experiences you can find in the city, seeing Santa Claus in Lisbon joins your list of things to do this festive season.
This itinerary gives you the right address and the days when you can visit Santa Claus in various places in and around the capital, especially in the shopping centers, which are decorated to perfection at this time of year.
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Wonderland Lisbon
We have to start with what is one of the biggest Christmas markets in our city, Wonderland Lisboa, which in addition to all the attractions (ice rink, Christmas tree and Ferris wheel, just to name a few), will also have Santa’s House, which you can visit:
- from November 29, 2024 to January 5, 2025, Fridays from 1 p.m. to midnight; and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to midnight
- between December 2 and 20, from Monday to Thursday, from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- December 1 to 8, Sundays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
- December 15, 22, 29 and January 5, Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- December 23rd to January 3rd, Monday to Thursday from 1pm to 11pm
- December 24th and 31st, from 10am to 4pm
- December 25 and January 1, from 4pm to 10pm
Oeiras Park
This will be one of the “realest” Santas in this guide! All because this Santa has a real white beard.
To visit this bearded man, you have to go up to the first floor of Oeiras Parque, between November 30 and December 24.
You can still visit this Santa Claus on the following days and times:
- December 7, 8, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (December 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.).
Oeiras Parque will also offer its visitors many other activities.
Shopping Resort UBBO
At the largest Shopping Resort in the country, UBBO in Amadora, a big Christmas has been prepared for all tastes, and Santa Claus is going to be there in a big way.
You can visit this Santa Claus on the following days and times:
- December 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. (break from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.)
- December 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. (break from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.)
For an even more complete Christmas experience, you must also visit UBBO’s famous 450m2 Ice Rink, which will be open until January 12th.
Centro Colombo
Centro Colombo announced the arrival of Santa Claus between December 1 and 24, and even brought snow to cheer up all the children even more.
You can visit this Santa Claus at Colombo on the following days and times:
- December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 and 23, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- December 2, 3, 4, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, from 1pm to 4pm and from 5pm to 8pm
- December 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This whole Christmas experience, which even includes artificial snow, a Christmas Circus and many other surprises, can be visited in the iconic Central Square of the Colombo Center, which is transformed into one of the most magical places in the city.
Just like last year, you can book your visit on Colombo’s mobile app.
Almada Forum
Almada Forum’s Santa Claus was one of the first to arrive with his sleigh (in a sidecar driven by an elf) on November 16 and will be there until December 24.
You can visit this Santa Claus in Colombo on the following days and at the following times:
- weekdays from December 1 to 15, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- weekends and holidays from December 1 to 15, from 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 8pm
- weekdays and weekends, from December 16 to 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- December 24th, from 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm
At this South Bank shopping center you can also take the little ones on a ride on the Christmas Train (€1 goes to the Land of Dreams Association), and stroll around the area dedicated to the film “Mufasa: The Lion King”, which opens on December 18.
Alegro Sintra
We’ll start at Alegro de Sintra, which, in addition to Santa Claus, also has a ball pool with a nine-meter-high stocking , as part of the “Ternura a Meias” solidarity campaign, in partnership with the Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca Hospital (formerly the Amadora-Sintra Hospital).
On Floor 1 you’ll find Santa’s House, which you can visit on the following days and times:
- until December 16, on weekends and public holidays, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 5.30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- from December 17 to 23, every day, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- December 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Alegro Alfragide
As you probably already know about the musical “Aladdin on Ice”, we’re just stopping by today to let you know what days and times Santa Claus will be at his home in Alegro de Alfragide.
You can visit this Santa Claus at Alegro on the following days and at the following times:
- until December 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- December 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Oh, that’s right, the super ice rink installed in this shopping center on the outskirts of Lisbon won’t just be for the musical show. You too can try it out until January 12th.
Alegro Montijo
Until December 24, Alegro Montijo will be transformed into Santa’s official residence, guaranteeing free, super-fast trips to the North Pole via its magical elevator.
This is an immersive experience that takes visitors to the south bank shopping center inside Santa’s house, where they can share all their wishes for the festive season.
This trip is available during the week, from 3pm to 5pm and from 5.30pm to 7pm, and has additional times at the weekend, so that everyone has the opportunity to go to the North Pole:
- 11am to 1pm
- 2pm to 5pm
- 5.30pm to 8pm
From December 18 to 24, the timetables change, increasing the frequency of trips. On December 24, timetables are extended to celebrate the long-awaited arrival of Christmas.
Spacio Shopping
The shopping center in Olivais is once again holding its Christmas Market, with lots of entertainment for children and adults, including Santa’s House and the chance to win 30,000 euros in a shopping card.
You can visit this Santa Claus on the following days and times:
- December 7 to 23, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The little ones can also have fun with various traditional games, such as Batak, Ring Toss, Lançarote, Electric Labyrinth and Four in a Row.
Rossio Christmas Market
This was one of the first Christmas markets in Lisbon to open its gates, and this year Santa Claus will be more present than in previous years:
- until December 22, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 3pm to 10pm.
Don’t miss the trips on the famous Christmas Train, on the same days and at the same times.
