We would say that the world is divided between people who like more avant-garde objects with a futuristic vibe, and people who prefer older, more charming and timeless objects. For this second group, visits to antique and vintage fairs are a treat, and we’ve selected eight that you really must visit.
1 – Feira da Ladra
On the podium of Lisbon’s antique and vintage fairs, the Feira da Ladra must appear first.
Created in the 13th century, this market has been in various locations, but since 1903 it has inhabited Campo de Santa Clara.
The fair starts very early, almost always when the sun rises, and lasts until late afternoon.
Here you can find everything you can imagine, from decorative objects to books, clothes, furniture and even more unusual goods – there are prescription glasses and even dentures!
Hundreds of sellers and buyers pass through here and, although tourists are already passing through, there are still good deals to be had at friendly prices.
Address: Campo de Santa Clara (São Vicente)
Schedule: Tuesdays and Saturdays | 09h – 18h
2 – Algés Antiques and Crafts Fair
Anyone who likes collecting and objects full of history and memories from other times should visit the Algés Fair in the Municipal Garden in the area.
Here they sell antiques, vintage items, handicrafts and goods to add to your collection – be it lighters, postcards, coins or stamps.
If you’re looking for a lamp, an old painting or a first edition book, this is the fair for you, always on the fourth Sunday of the month, between 09h00 and 18h00.
On the third Sunday of the month , the fair takes place at Jardim Municipal de Paço de Arcos, at the same time.
Address: Algés Municipal Garden (Algés)
Opening hours: Fourth Sunday of the month | 9am – 6pm
3 – Luggage Fair
The Feira da Bagageira is a second-hand goods market, where car trunks are turned into sales stalls.
From clothes to accessories, decorative items, furniture, books, toys and records, a wide range of old and new items are sold here.
It’s an interesting way to find items with history at affordable prices and it’s also a community-based event that brings Lisbon’s buyers and sellers together.
The Feira da Bagageira has no fixed location and alternates between all the city’s districts and has already reached neighboring municipalities.
Benfica, Algés, Belém, Carcavelos and Barreiro are some of the places that have already hosted this market. You can go with me the next editions.
Address: Various locations
Hours: Saturdays and Sundays | 10am – 6pm
4 – Fair on the Avenue
On the second weekend of the month, Avenida da Liberdade is once again transformed into the bustling Passeio Público of yesteryear and hosts the Feira na Avenida.
There are many products on sale, from traditional handicrafts to organic products, but there is also a strong focus on antiques, collectibles and books.
Address: Avenida da Liberdade (Next to the Monument to the Dead of the Great War)
Schedule: All year round – second weekend of the month | May to October – 4th Saturday of the month and previous Thursday | 10am – 7pm
5 – Belém Antiques, Vintage and Handicraft Fair
Every first and third Sunday of the month, close to the Jerónimos Monastery, the Belém Antiques, Vintage and Handicraft Fair is held.
The name of the fair explains exactly what is sold here: antiques, junk and handicrafts .
It’s a great excuse to take a stroll in the belém area, eat one custard tarts and then buy a good novel, some filigree silver earrings or a knick-knack to embellish the bookshelf!
Address: Praça do Império, Jardim Vasco da Gama (Belém)
Schedule: 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month – 9am – 5pm from November to April; 9am – 7pm from May to October
6 – Príncipe Real Antiques, Vintage and Handicraft Fair
For those who live in the Príncipe Real area, this fair is a must on the last Saturday of the month and the following Monday.
For those who don’t live in the area, it’s a good reason to take a stroll and maybe buy a new decorative object or add a new item to your favorite collection .
There are antiques and vintage items, but there are also designer handicrafts. And the surrounding garden is still one of the nicest in the city.
Address: Jardim França Borges (Jardim do Principe Real)
Schedule: Last Saturday of the month and the following Monday | 09h – 18h
7 – St. John of God Fair
It’s not a regular event, but when it does take place, the St. John of God Fair brings renewed energy to London Square.
The initiative invites residents of the neighborhood to sell goods they no longer use, from handicrafts to antiques.
It takes place all year round, always on Saturdays, and is supported by the Areeiro Parish Council. You can go with the upcoming editions on the Fair’s website.
Address: London Square (Areeiro)
Schedule: Saturday (dates to be confirmed) | 10am – 6pm
8 – Chiado Bookshop Fair
If your favorite antiques are books, you can’t miss the Chiado Bookshop Fair.
Here you’ll find novels, comic books, atlases, guidebooks, but also postcards, prints and photographs.
In addition to used goods, new items are also sold, but always at fair prices.
Address: Rua Anchieta (Chiado)
Hours: Saturday | 09h – 18h
