LX Factory, Lisbon: Shops, Food and the Sunday Market

LX Factory is Lisbon’s creative hub: a 19th-century industrial complex beneath the 25 de Abril Bridge, now packed with independent shops, restaurants, bars, studios and street art. It’s a great half-day, especially on a Sunday. Here’s what to see.

Quick answer: LX Factory is in Alcântara, between the centre and Belém. Get there by tram 15 or bus, or the train from Cais do Sodré to Alcântara-Mar. Entry is free. Don’t miss the Ler Devagar bookshop. Go on Sunday for the market, or in the evening for dinner and drinks.

What to see and do

• Ler Devagar: a bookshop in an old printing works, with floor-to-ceiling shelves, old presses and a flying bicycle sculpture.
• Street art: murals and installations around every corner. See Lisbon street art.
• Independent shops: design, ceramics, fashion and gifts. See Portugal souvenirs.
• Food and drink: brunch cafes, restaurants, pastry shops and rooftop bars.
• The Sunday market: stalls of crafts, vintage and food.

Nearby

• Village Underground: a creative space built from shipping containers and old buses.
• The riverside: walk along the river to Belém. See Belém.
• Pillar 7: the bridge experience with views from inside a bridge pillar.

Tips

• Combine with Belém in one day: Jerónimos in the morning, then LX Factory for lunch. See the Jerónimos guide.
• Evenings are lively, especially on weekends.
• Shops often open late morning.

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