Portugal Livraria Lello, Porto
This Bookshop is amazing for all the Harry Potter lovers out there! Once stepping into the shop one expects Harry, Ron and Hermione to sit around the corner and look up ingredients for the poly juice potion...
Livraria Lello is a well-known bookstore in Porto. It dates back to the 1860s although the name and ownership have changed over the years. It is said to have inspired J.K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series; she taught English in Porto for several years.
By now the bookshops charge everyone who wants to enter but when you buy a book the admission fee is included in the book's price.
Also, the shop is crowded so it is best to either come early in the morning or late in the evening.
Livraria Lello is a well-known bookstore in Porto. It dates back to the 1860s although the name and ownership have changed over the years. It is said to have inspired J.K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series; she taught English in Porto for several years.
By now the bookshops charge everyone who wants to enter but when you buy a book the admission fee is included in the book's price.
Also, the shop is crowded so it is best to either come early in the morning or late in the evening.
Photography Tips
This store is always busy. Well worth the 5 euro (deductible if you buy there), however the crowd is unbearable. I arrived 20 mins before opening and there was a line going around the corner. There are separate queues: one to buy tickets and another to get in when someone already-in leaves.
The only way to get uncluttered shots is to make an appointment for after-hours. I asked at the till and was given an email address but I ran out of time in Porto.
Also, you might find that night time is better; as you'll see, the strong sunlight from the front of the shop can be a problem.
The only way to get uncluttered shots is to make an appointment for after-hours. I asked at the till and was given an email address but I ran out of time in Porto.
Also, you might find that night time is better; as you'll see, the strong sunlight from the front of the shop can be a problem.
Travel Information
Within Porto, one can get everywhere easily by foot.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Lots of people
Best Timing
All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset
06:03 - 21:02
| current local time: 23:12
Photo Themes
Architecture
books
Building
design
harry potter
interior
Porto
Red Rock
Staircase
Locations
Porto Portugal
Porto
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