Lisbon and surroundings has some of the biggest shopping malls in Europe, and most are very accessible from the center. The biggest in the city is Colombo, although the most pleasant may be the light-filled Centro Vasco da Gama, on the waterfront, with its food court terraces.

Old-fashioned shop with contemporary household designs. You'll find beautiful linen, hand-embroidered nightdresses, sheets, and tablecloths and 100% cotton towels in a wide range of …

This shop has an incredible collection of antique tiles from the 15th to 19th centuries, including many from old palaces and churches. There is also decorative woodwork and antiques.

Gold and jewelry are among the best buys in Lisbon. And the city's jewelry shops are often also valuable for their décor, such as the ones below: DAVID ROSAS Avenida da Liberdade, 69 Designed by Pritzker Award-winning Portuguese architect Siza Vieira, this sophisticated store presents its own jewelry collection together with international brands.

Most street shops in Lisbon open at 9 or 10 o'clock in the morning, and often close at around 7 o'clock in the evening. Some offices and smaller businesses close for lunch, usually between 1 and 3 o'clock. The shopping malls open their doors …

On Rua Augusta is also a small section of Roman baths beneath the Millenium BCP Bank. You may visit the ruins and mosaics uncovered during renovation work on the bank for free, on a scheduled guided tour. Get Rua Augusta Arch Tickets! Ride Lisbon's metro, buses, and trams for FREE with the Lisboa Card. Visitor's Guide Where: Baixa

Yes, there are the Prada, Hermés, Louis Vuitton, or D&G shops in Lisbon, but if you're looking for some local talents and exclusive designs, here is where you should look:

If you're craving a special product when you're in Lisbon -- diet, vegetarian, natural, traditional Portuguese or gourmet -- go here: CELEIRO - Rua 1 de Dezembro, 65, Downtown - (www.celeiro.pt) This health food supermarket specializes in vegetarian and macrobiotic products, along with vegan products. Everything's guaranteed 100% natural.

Another attraction in this square is Lisbon's "Hard Rock Cafe", which is always a popular destination for homesick tourists or memorabilia collectors of the world-famous music-themed restaurant.

Ride Lisbon's metro, buses, and trams for FREE with the Lisboa Card. Visitor's Guide Where: Baixa (Downtown) How: Metro - Rossio Station Attractions Nearby Rossio Station - A monumental train station. Rua Augusta - The city's main shopping street. Restauradores Square - Large busy square. São Domingos Church - A church marked by tragedy.