Livraria Lello
Monument · Baixa, Porto

Livraria Lello

Photo: Guinness323 · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons

Livraria Lello opened in 1906 as a bookstore in the Baixa district. Its red staircase, stained glass ceiling and carved details draw daily crowds. The design has been linked to elements in the Harry Potter books and films.

On day 2 of Porto: Weekend Escape

Good to know

Tickets
Entry needs a paid ticket, best booked online. The ticket price can be deducted from a book purchase.
Time needed
30 minutes.
Best time
Weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
Getting there
In Baixa, a short walk from Sao Bento station.

Itineraries with Livraria Lello

Day 2 of Porto: Weekend Escape

Clérigos and Livraria Lello

How Livraria Lello fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Livraria LelloBaixa
  2. 11:00Clérigos TowerBaixa
  3. 13:00Mercado do BolhãoBaixa
  4. 15:00Church of São FranciscoRibeira
  5. 17:00Palácio da BolsaRibeira
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Livraria Lello questions

How much are tickets to Livraria Lello?

Entry needs a paid ticket, best booked online. The ticket price can be deducted from a book you buy in the shop.

Is Livraria Lello worth visiting?

The ornate interior justifies the visit for most travelers interested in architecture or books.

What time does Livraria Lello open?

It is usually open daily from morning to early evening. Book a time slot on the official website.

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