Embaixada
Type: Boutique, Clothing Stores, Fine Craft Galleries, Furniture / Home Decor, Gift Stores, Jewelry Stores, Malls, Men's Clothing, Perfume, Cosmetics, Shopping Centers, Specialty Shops, Women's Clothing
10Best Says
The salons in the 18th-century neo-Moorish palace located in the city's trendy Principe Real district have been transformed into a series of attractive pop up boutiques, over a dozen in fact, each... Read More
The salons in the 18th-century neo-Moorish palace located in the city's trendy Principe Real district have been transformed into a series of attractive pop up boutiques, over a dozen in fact, each selling a different range of independent fashion, eco-friendly cosmetics, handmade jewellery and chic interior décor, most of it created by Portuguese designers. The former palace building, now known as Embaixada ("Embassy" in English), has been completely refurbished and the gallery occupies two floors. Access is gained via a grand marble staircase and much of the Art Nouveau detail has been carefully preserved. Temporary art exhibitions are held here on a regular basis to add even more vibrancy to an already creative environment.
Address:
Praça do Príncipe Real 26
Lisbon, 1250-184
+351 965 309 154
Hours:
- Mon-Wed: Noon-Midnight
- Thu-Fri: Noon-2am
- Sat: 11pm-2am
- Sun: 11pm-Midnight Hours; May; Vary; Seasonally
Website:
embaixadalx.pt
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Paul Bernhardt
Lisbon Local Expert
- Shopping Malls and Centers: "You can pop in during the day and enjoy lunch at the lovely Gin Lovers and Less bar-restaurant on the ground floor. It's also open at night until 2am."
- Christmas Shopping: "There's a great restaurant on the ground floor that extends into a gin bar which overlooks a rear garden."
- Best Shopping: "You can pop in during the day and enjoy lunch at the hip Gin Lovers and Less bar-restaurant on the ground floor. It's also open at night until 2am."
- Best for Shopping Malls and Centers Because: The gallery brings together some of Portugal's most original and creative design talent, and the building is a real eye-opener.
- Best for Christmas Shopping Because: Embaixada set the trend in refurbishing historic buildings and transforming them into attractive commercial cooperatives. It's run by local Portuguese artists and designers.
- Recommended as Best Shopping Because: A collection of boutiques and shops housed in a wonderfully atmospheric 19th-century mansion and staffed by local Portuguese artists and designers.
