{"id":10243,"date":"2020-04-11T07:26:13","date_gmt":"2020-04-11T07:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/?p=10243"},"modified":"2020-10-07T20:31:08","modified_gmt":"2020-10-07T20:31:08","slug":"lx-factory-lisbon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailytravelpill.com\/lx-factory-lisbon\/","title":{"rendered":"Lx Factory Lisbon – A quirky place for creative souls"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When searching for the best tourist attractions in Lisbon, you’ll most probably come across Lx Factory. This unique place is a mix of industrial and modern architecture, all wrapped up into a hip place, perfect for a relaxing evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What once was an industrial site, now is a thriving creative and cultural space. Lx Factory Lisbon is home to countless fashion stores, art galleries, bookstores, and restaurants, all waiting to be explored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you’re planning to visit Lisbon, you should definitely add this place to your itinerary. Here’s more about it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good to know<\/strong> – While in Lisbon, make sure to stop by the beautiful Pink Street<\/strong><\/a>. Also, for the best views of the city,  I recommend visiting at least a few miradouros<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. About Lx Factory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Situated near the beautiful Ponte 25 de Abril and the famous Belem neighborhood, Lx Factory is a creative space where both locals and tourists gather to experience Lisbon’s street culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Old factories were transformed into a youthful area that attracts thousands of people daily. Making my way from the main street, I didn’t know what to expect from this place but once I entered Lx Factory I was amazed by the colorful art pieces and installations, hip restaurants, and shops full of hand-made items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Short history<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The history of Lx Factory in Lisbon begins in 1846 when one of the most important textile factory, Companhia de Fia\u00e7\u00e3o e Tecidos Lisbonense, was founded in Alc\u00e2ntara (today, the home of Lx Factory).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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After a few years, a food processing company and two printing companies also found their home in Alc\u00e2ntara. At the end of the 17th century, the public transport in the area started to develop in order to cater to the needs of the working class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the early 1990s many pubs and discotheques started to open in Alc\u00e2ntara. Today, a small part of this neighborhood is known as Lx Factory – the place where art, food, and fashion bends together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Opening hours and entrance fees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lx Factory is opened seven days a week, from early morning until late at night. However, every business here has its own schedule that you might want to check out.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no entrance fee for visiting Lx Factory. It’s the perfect choice if you’re looking for free things to do in Lisbon<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lx Factory map<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For a map of all restaurants and shops, click here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Lx Factory Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every Sunday, there is a special event happening at Lx Factory and it’s called Lx Market. Local artisans, fashion designers, hand-made artists, come to this market to display and sell their products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll see hundreds of stalls installed on the alleys of Lx Factory with thousands of beautiful products. The weekly Sunday market is the place to be if you’re looking for unique items or souvenirs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I was lucky enough to visit the Lx Market and I loved it! I ended up eating too many delicious egg tarts (pastel de nata) but hey, who cares? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The entire place was buzzing with people shopping, drinking a glass of sangria, or enjoying a nice dinner. There were local artists playing their instruments, all while the sun was setting over Ponte 25 de Abril. The view was pretty incredible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you have the chance, I recommend visiting Lx Factory on a Sunday. The Lx Market in Lisbon is an awesome event that you shouldn’t miss!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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