Welcome!

The Griffin International Bookshop in Almancil has been open for over fifteen years and is your local expert on books about Portugal. We stock the widest selection anywhere of books about Portugal – for living in Portugal, visiting Portugal, learning about its rich history or the many interesting facets of Portuguese life.

In the Griffin Bookshop you’ll also find a comprehensive choice of all the latest new titles for adults and children from the UK, USA, Germany and Spain.

Our knowledgeable and friendly staff would be delighted to help you find the book you are looking for or indeed to guide you if you need any suggestions. Come and see us in Almancil; email us on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call us on 289 393904.

Purchases can also be made online via Paypal and we can order any book for shipment anywhere in the world.

We hope you enjoy browsing our website but most of all we look forward to your visit.