Livraria Almedina
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Opening Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Reviews
The staff is so nice and helpful, and the bookshop is really beautiful. You wouldn't expect to find a "book oasis" in a big shopping mall like this one! My favourite spot in Livraria Almedina was the Children's Books section which has a very cosy feel with comfortable little seats. One of the staff members was particularly helpful as I asked for recommendations for famous children's books across Portugal. As a children's author myself I was keen to find the kind of books that resonate with children and stay with them throughout their lives, and that particular staff member very patiently obliged as he tried to find his own favourite Portuguese books as a child. He also recommended some classic novels now part of the local schools' curriculum. Muito obrigada!
So far, Livraria Almedina has become my favorite bookshop based on my experience. I didn't have the opportunity to visit their branch in Porto, but I was pleasantly surprised to find that I could visit the one in Lisbon. From the outside, it appeared modest in size, but once I stepped inside... well, the store is remarkably spacious! This shop features several long, roomy hallways and areas, and there's no sense of overcrowding, thanks to the open central layout. Visitors can still enjoy a pleasant browsing experience, even during busy times. The book collection is meticulously organized and impressively extensive. Towards the front, they showcase the latest releases and bestsellers. I also stumbled upon a collection of works by Portuguese authors, alongside books adorned with captivating covers! The children's book collection is also equally remarkable! They provide small tables and chairs where kids can comfortably delve into captivating reads. One of the standout features of this bookstore is that they play soothing instrumental jazz music, which elevates the overall ambiance and makes the visit all the more delightful! It's truly a haven for book enthusiasts!
The best and biggest Almedina bookstore in Lisbon. As a Law student and trainee lawyer Atrium Saldanha's Almedina bookstore is my go-to place to get all the books and codes that i need for my studies and my work. It has a great selection of books, covering all ranges of literature, and the law section is simply to 'die for'. They got all the best books, whether they're classics or recent entries from newer authors. The staff is amazingly kind and helpful, and i always had an amazing experience as a customer everytime i needed to ask something from them. I couldn't conclude this review with nothing less than 5 stars.
Good bookstore. Relatively well organized. Some books in english. Nice staff.
English section had lots of great books albeit being small I felt like it was made for me it had so many random books I’ve been looking for also the guy who helped me is cute xoxox
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