Your experience at Livraria Lello

Step inside one of the world’s most enchanting bookstores with your Gold Voucher ticket to Livraria Lello, a jewel of neo-Gothic design located right in Porto’s vibrant center. Revel in the magical setting that seamlessly blends imaginative architecture with literary history and is often linked to the spellbinding atmosphere of Harry Potter. Every corner tells a story, from the stained glass ceilings that let in multicolored light to the carved wood panels and the intricate railings of its famous staircase.

Begin your visit

Arrive at the renowned Rua das Carmelitas and prepare to enter a portal where books and art converge. Prompt arrival ahead of your booked slot helps you avoid missing this carefully timed experience. As you hand in your digital ticket, you’re welcomed into an elegantly curated space, designed both for explorers and book enthusiasts alike.

The bookstore’s legacy and magic

Livraria Lello has captured the imagination of visitors since 1906. Its romantic interiors, highlighted by an artisan red staircase and stained-glass skylight, inspire wonder. Throughout its halls, browse shelves stacked with works in multiple languages, and enjoy artistic sculptures and vintage décor reminiscent of a grand European library.

• Harry Potter influence: Discover why this location is so closely associated with the magical world of Harry Potter. Fans will appreciate how the neo-Gothic architecture mirrors ideas found in J.K. Rowling’s early sketches.

• Artistic masterpieces: Marvel at details from the decorative columns to the azure-stained ceiling and ornate carvings found throughout and immortalise your visit with photographs of its iconic corners.

Collect your exclusive edition

Your ticket includes a handpicked work from Livraria Lello’s ‘The Collection’—a unique opportunity for collectors and readers to own a book with special meaning from a world heritage site. Simply present your voucher at the collection counter before departure.

Discover and shop

Take time to browse a curated selection of literary titles or shop for exclusive souvenirs only found within Livraria Lello. Whether you prefer classic literature, children’s tales or local history, there is something to capture every reader’s heart. The attached shop is perfect for finding rare gifts or keepsakes to remember your visit.

Before you leave

Don’t miss the final chance to admire the staircase from above, or gaze through stained glass as sunlight illuminates every detail of this living museum. Once your visit draws to a close, ensure you have collected your reserved book before exiting and check that you haven’t left any belongings behind in the excitement.

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