Salão Musical de Lisboa Lisbon
Musicians heaven
If you're new to Lisbon, you'll be intrigued by the Portuguese guitar, a beautiful "alaúde"-style guitar that resembles a sitar on the first strumming. It's delicate and magical but will make a room vibrate with it's old, melodic, Arabian-like sound. If you're a musician like me, this is heaven: one of the oldest musical instrument shop in town, my favourite playground!
I could easily spend half a day inside testing new instruments while smiling like a kid with cotton candy. If you're not a musician? Don’t worry - you’ll become one! There are instruments out of this world: check a Portuguese Fado guitar, with a very unique orientalish sound with a kind of natural delay that will echo in the streets. There are also other Portuguese traditional instruments like Cavaquinhos, a small 4-string guitar that was born in the North and travelled the world and the seven seas, to distant places like Cape Verde, Brazil, and ended up in Hawaii when it changed his name to Ukulele.
Ask Carolina, the grand-daughter of the founder, what you’re looking for, and she’ll help you in no time. Besides the Portuguese traditional instruments, there are electric guitars and basses from the major brands, flutes, drums and all sorts of accessories.
If you want to try something rare and exclusive, forget about the mandolins; get your hands on the Campaniças and Amarantinas traditional guitars and you’ll easily lose your head for a new sound and a perfect souvenir of your loving stay in Lisbon.
About this spot
Find your way with 208 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters
Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:
Discover all other hidden gems in Lisbon
Hotel Bairro Alto
A breath-taking view of Lisbon
Hotel Bairro Alto is a luxury Lisbon hotel at an amazing location. I come here for the top-floor terrace – comfortable sofas, heating & a great view.
by
Erik
Lassche
Choupana Caffe
Brunch café
"Choupana Caffe" in Lisbon makes some amazing brunch - in my opinion, the best in town. My favorites are the scones, the croissants & the fresh juices...
by
Sara
Trigo
Linha d'Água
Get a deep breath
"Linha d'Água" is a perfect park in Lisbon to relax, enjoy a book, sit in peace next to the fountain... Just be careful: the birds might steal your food!
by
Sandra
Lopes
Royal Café
Healthy lunch & brunch
"Royal Café" is a nice, almost hidden place to have breakfast, lunch or an afternoon snack in Lisbon. Their main specialties are natural, organic products.
by
Erik
Lassche
Village Underground
Alternative Lisbon
"Village Underground" Lisbon is a creative incubator space, a co-working community & an events destination. I just love the progressive vibe of the place.
by
Nuno
Lopes de Paula
RD's Restaurante
Nepalese food
"RD's Restaurante" is THE Nepalese restaurant in the city. I love their momos in every version. Very tasty and great if you're on a budget!
by
Ana Carolina
Boldrini
Picoas Street Art
Art attack!
Lisbon was sleeping while some of the new urban artists and graffiti artists were painting and drawing over vacant buildings in town...
by
Nuno
Lopes de Paula
Caza das Vellas Loreto
Lisbon's oldest candleshop
"Caza das Vellas Loreto" Lisbon was founded on the same day of the French Revolution. They light their candles for all sorts of events and is beautiful...
by
Nuno
Lopes de Paula
Conserveira de Lisboa
Est. 1930
"Conserveira de Lisboa" Lisbon is a traditional grocery shop located in the city centre offering an excellent selection of local products and fresh stock.
by
Nuno
Lopes de Paula
Pastelaria Mexicana
Portuguese fine pastry
"Pastelaria Mexicana" Lisbon is a Portugese family run fine pastry shop near Londes square. I'd suggest going for cake with a cup of cold milk- heavenly!
by
Nuno
Lopes de Paula
Heading to Lisbon?
208 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
... for just €9.99
✓ 0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
✓ 208 Insider Tips
✓ Escape the Crowds
✓ Find Spots nearby
✓ Authentic Stories
... for just €9.99
City guides by those who know the city in and out!
Our Locals' Favorite Lisbon
Our team loves Lisbon
Get to know our other Spotters from Lisbon
As featured on:
