Livraria Lello Tickets
Livraria Lello, one of the world’s most beautiful bookstores in Porto, Portugal. Built in 1906, it has a neo-Gothic façade, stained glass ceilings, and a crimson staircase said to have inspired J.K. Rowling. Today, it welcomes book lovers and travelers from around the globe and offers classics in multiple languages.
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Must-see highlights & key info
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Walk into Livraria Lello with your Silver Voucher and turn your €10 ticket into a book you choose.
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Step inside the Hogwarts-like staircase and stained‑glass skylight that inspired countless Harry Potter fans.
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Explore the Le Petit Prince room, created with the Saint‑Exupéry Foundation, and wander through shelves lined with timeless stories.
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Enjoy a self-guided visit at your selected time slot, perfect for slow-browsers, book lovers, and photography hunters.
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Upgrade to a guided walking tour to add Porto’s cable car ride and Douro river cruise to your day, along with entry to Lello.
More details
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Walk into Livraria Lello with your Silver Voucher and turn your €10 ticket into a book you choose.
-
Step inside the Hogwarts-like staircase and stained‑glass skylight that inspired countless Harry Potter fans.
-
Explore the Le Petit Prince room, created with the Saint‑Exupéry Foundation, and wander through shelves lined with timeless stories.
-
Enjoy a self-guided visit at your selected time slot, perfect for slow-browsers, book lovers, and photography hunters.
-
Upgrade to a guided walking tour to add Porto’s cable car ride and Douro river cruise to your day, along with entry to Lello.
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Skip the long queues and enjoy priority entry to Livraria Lello, one of the world’s most iconic and photogenic bookstores.
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Get a beautifully bound book from the Lello Edition – Pop Collection or The Collection, included with your ticket.
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Take a guided tour through the Livraria Lello Foundation Museum and explore Álvaro Siza’s striking Open Sculpture.
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Receive Inclined Light, a reflective and inspiring book on space, light, and perception, that is yours to take home.
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Explore two creative worlds, Lello’s literary magic and the Foundation’s architectural brilliance, all at your own pace.
More details
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Skip the long queues and enjoy priority entry to Livraria Lello, one of the world’s most iconic and photogenic bookstores.
-
Get a beautifully bound book from the Lello Edition – Pop Collection or The Collection, included with your ticket.
-
Take a guided tour through the Livraria Lello Foundation Museum and explore Álvaro Siza’s striking Open Sculpture.
-
Receive Inclined Light, a reflective and inspiring book on space, light, and perception, that is yours to take home.
-
Explore two creative worlds, Lello’s literary magic and the Foundation’s architectural brilliance, all at your own pace.
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Discover Porto’s charm on a guided walking tour covering top landmarks like the Cathedral and Clérigos Tower. Your local guide will share cultural insights and hidden gems along the way.
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Visit Livraria Lello, often ranked among the world’s most beautiful bookstores. Step inside this gem, famed for its grand staircase and rumored inspiration for Harry Potter.
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Enjoy a scenic ride on the Gaia Cable Car with panoramic views over Porto and the Douro River. A relaxing way to take in the rooftops, river, and iconic Ribeira district from above.
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Cruise down the Douro River on a traditional boat, passing under Porto’s six bridges. See the city from a new angle while gliding past Ribeira and Vila Nova de Gaia’s wine cellars.
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Perfect for first-time visitors who want to see Porto’s highlights in one easy, well-paced day. This combination ticket saves time and planning—just meet your guide and experience the best of Porto.
More details
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Discover Porto’s charm on a guided walking tour covering top landmarks like the Cathedral and Clérigos Tower. Your local guide will share cultural insights and hidden gems along the way.
-
Visit Livraria Lello, often ranked among the world’s most beautiful bookstores. Step inside this gem, famed for its grand staircase and rumored inspiration for Harry Potter.
-
Enjoy a scenic ride on the Gaia Cable Car with panoramic views over Porto and the Douro River. A relaxing way to take in the rooftops, river, and iconic Ribeira district from above.
-
Cruise down the Douro River on a traditional boat, passing under Porto’s six bridges. See the city from a new angle while gliding past Ribeira and Vila Nova de Gaia’s wine cellars.
-
Perfect for first-time visitors who want to see Porto’s highlights in one easy, well-paced day. This combination ticket saves time and planning—just meet your guide and experience the best of Porto.
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Enjoy a value-packed combo featuring a 50-minute Douro River cruise, entry to the iconic Livraria Lello, and a redeemable book voucher.
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Sail beneath Porto’s six iconic bridges on a traditional rabelo boat for sweeping city and riverside views.
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Step inside Livraria Lello, one of the world’s most beautiful bookstores, and take home a special edition book.
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This combo offers unbeatable value and convenience for discovering Porto’s top sights in one go.
More details
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Enjoy a value-packed combo featuring a 50-minute Douro River cruise, entry to the iconic Livraria Lello, and a redeemable book voucher.
-
Sail beneath Porto’s six iconic bridges on a traditional rabelo boat for sweeping city and riverside views.
-
Step inside Livraria Lello, one of the world’s most beautiful bookstores, and take home a special edition book.
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This combo offers unbeatable value and convenience for discovering Porto’s top sights in one go.
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About Lello Library
Livraria Lello isn’t just a bookstore—it's an architectural marvel. Known for inspiring generations of readers and writers, this Porto landmark offers an unforgettable cultural experience amid its shelves of timeless literature.
Livraria Lello charges an entrance fee, which can be used as a voucher toward book purchases.
The bookstore's grand staircase is often mistaken for a movie set due to its intricate and whimsical design.
The stained-glass skylight bears the Latin motto “Decus in Labore,” meaning “Dignity in Work.”
It has remained operational through wars, political changes, and modern tourism booms since 1906.
Livraria Lello has published original books, including titles that celebrate Portuguese literary heritage.
Why visit Lello Library?
Plan your visit
Main entrance
Main entrance is at Rua das Carmelitas 144. Entry is ticketed and controlled to manage crowd size.
Weekday mornings are best for avoiding crowds and getting unobstructed views of the architectural elements.
Don’t miss the charming in-store shop at Livraria Lello, where you can browse beautifully bound books, exclusive editions, and literary souvenirs!
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