Diaper Runs in Lisbon - where to find them and how to get there
- tscheiman
- May 4
- 3 min read
Diaper Runs in Lisbon
Best Baby Stores and How to Reach Them with a Sleeping Baby
Let’s be honest: some of the most critical parenting moments happen far from the Instagrammable highlights of travel. Like the moment, in the middle of a sunny Lisbon afternoon, when your baby suddenly needs a diaper change and you realize you’re down to the last wipe and one emergency diaper… tucked under a squished banana.
We were staying in Alfama. Charming? Yes. Full of baby supplies? Not quite.
That’s when I realized: a successful diaper run in Lisbon isn’t about knowing the nearest store — it’s about getting there without waking a sleeping baby or dragging a stroller uphill. Here’s how we did it, where to go, and why booking a taxi with a car seat saved our entire afternoon.
Where to Buy Diapers and Baby Essentials in Lisbon
Thankfully, Lisbon has plenty of places to find diapers, wipes, formula, and baby food — once you know where to look.
Supermarkets (Everyday Options)
Chains like Pingo Doce, Continente, and Auchan have reliable baby sections, usually stocked with:
Dodot diapers (same as Pampers)
Wipes, nappy cream, and baby bath products
Basic baby food jars and milk formula (Aptamil, Nutribén)
You’ll find small Pingo Doce shops everywhere, but for a good diaper run, go to a full-size store. Our favorite? The Continente Bom Dia at Armazéns do Chiado. It had everything we needed — including a quiet pharmacy corner and a working elevator (a rare gem).
Baby-Focused Stores
For more variety (or higher-end brands), we visited:
Zippy Baby – Colombo Shopping Mall
📍 Avenida Lusíada, 1500-392 Lisbon🛍️ Diapers, clothes, pacifiers, bottles, formula — a full range👶 Staff was helpful, and the mall has great stroller access
Wells (inside Continente)
📍 Various locations🛍️ Think of it as Portugal’s version of Boots — pharmacy + baby products in one🚼 They had thermometers, sippy cups, and even baby sunscreen
How to Get There With a Sleeping Baby (and Your Sanity)
Lisbon is built on hills, with mosaic sidewalks and trams that look fun — but don’t work well with strollers or sleepy toddlers. On our diaper run, I wanted to avoid:
Metro stairs
Sweating through a 25-minute uphill walk
Waking our napping baby
So we booked a taxi with a car seat via TaxiBambino.com, and it made all the difference.
Why TaxiBambino saved us:
Door-to-door drop-off at the mall entrance
Infant car seat already installed — no fumbling required
Our baby stayed asleep the entire round trip
We picked up diapers, wipes, and even grabbed a coffee — and were back home within an hour
💰 Cost:
From Alfama to Colombo: ~€20–25
From Cais do Sodré to Armazéns do Chiado: ~€8–12
From Belém to Zippy/Colombo: ~€20–30
What to Expect Price-Wise
Prices in Lisbon are reasonable compared to other European capitals:
Pack of Dodot diapers: €7–10
Baby wipes (multi-pack): €3–5
Formula: €12–18 depending on brand
Jarred baby food: ~€1.50 each
Swim diapers: limited stock, buy in advance if needed
If you prefer organic or international brands, El Corte Inglés has a boutique baby section — but it’s pricier.
Final Thoughts: Always One Diaper Away
Traveling with a baby means you’ll probably need a diaper run — maybe two. The good news is: Lisbon has what you need. The better news is: you can get there without the stress.
Whether it’s naptime, meltdown hour, or you just need a clean change station and a stocked shelf, booking a family-friendly taxi with a car seat means you can focus on your child — not the traffic, terrain, or staircases.
🚖 Need to restock baby supplies in Lisbon?Book your ride at TaxiBambino.com and get there safely, calmly, and without waking a sleeping baby.
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