Lello Bookstore Tickets: General or Skip The Line

Introduction

The most beautiful bookstore in the world lives in the historic center of Porto, known as Livraria Lello & Irmão, which has more than a century of heritage.

The bookstore has served as an inspiration to several writers and artists, including Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling.

Visit one of the most iconic places in Oporto.


      30 minutes
Highlights

Explore one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world, Lello Bookstore.


Discover the place where J.K. Rowling was inspired to write one of the Harry Potter books.


Meet the staircase that inspired the Hogwarts stairs that moved from one side to the other.


Impress yourself with the stained-glass windows on the ceiling of the bookstore.

Key details

MEETING POINT

Lello Bookshop


SCHEDULE

Monday to Sunday from 09:30am to 19:30pm - subject to change with no prior notice 

DURATION

Flexible

Full description

Livraria Lello is one of the most visited attractions in Porto, and certainly one of the most famous bookstores in the world.

The opening of the Lello bookstore in the 20th century was the highlight of Porto's cultural life.

Its interior, with many old details, can create an environment capable of transporting us a century ago. The staircase is one of the main attractions, but also has stained-glass in the ceiling, shelves and pillars where are carved great names of Portuguese literature.

This neo-Gothic ambiance matches the universe described by the English writer, J.K. Rowling.

The bookcase stairs inspired the author of Harry Potter to create the Hogwarts stairs that moved from one place to another.

There are many curiosities about this bookstore that can be discovered.

Ticket Options:


GENERAL TICKET  

Only one voucher may be used per reservation (over 4 years old).

The amount of 8€ is fully deductible when purchasing a book at Livraria Lello.

The purchase of the online voucher does not grant priority entrance to Lello Bookshop.


SKIP THE LINE TICKET

The purchase of this voucher gives priority access to Livraria Lello however it may be necessary to wait for entry permission since Livraria Lello is a small space with lots of visitors every day. When buying this ticket there is also a book included which can be purchased in Portuguese, English, French or Spanish.

After your request, we will confirm it with a separate email where the original tickets will be in. The tickets have a bar code and are mandatory to allow you to check in the Bookshop. You can show them in paper or online.

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Included

  • Admission Ticket at Lello Bookshop. 
  • Skip-the-line (when option is selected).

Excluded

  • Extras.

Cancelation rules

Additional info

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Reviews

Skip the Line Pass
We purchased Skip the Line passes and arrived a few minutes early as advised. When we arrived it was difficult to tell which line was the skip line and had to ask to which we were told to wait here. After that, the original line we had gotten into all got into the store before we were permitted. Meaning that had we just stayed in the line we were in, we would have gotten in much earlier than our “skip the line” passes. Even with that little hiccup, it didn’t ruin our experience and we were able to enjoy the lovely bookstore until closing time at which point it became quite magical. They started lowering the lights and it was nearly empty to which we were able to take nearly empty store photos. I highly recommend the 6:30pm slot and slowly making your way to closing. You’ll be glad you did.
Kimberly Grove
Bookstore
Beautiful book store
Lana Gong
Amazing
Amazing experience.
Marijana Venier
Lello Liveria
Überlaufen, aufpassen in welche Schlange man sich stellt, vorher ein Ticket kaufen, dann trotzdem circa 40 min Schlange stehen. Würde es nicht nochmal machen
Carla
Lello Bookstore
Interesting and beautiful architecture in this bookstore. Steep stairs to climb, which was somewhat difficult for my elderly mother, but still very interesting. Would advise not to go on weekend when it was especially crowded … difficult to move.
Cecilia Megarry
Nice bookstore
of course there are a lot of people in the store, but if you are patient you can take some beautiful photos. It takes a bit of searching to see which books are where, but all in all a nice experience.
Janho
Lovely bookshop
Lots of people but great bookshop. Lovely carving and staircase.
H
Lovely and busy
Very beautiful bookstore. Also busy. Friendly staff. Received small book included with skip the line ticket.
Christine W
Beautiful
The library is very beautiful. Highly recommend with skip the line ticket that has free little book included.
Christine Weller
Library Tour
The library is beautiful. However it was very difficult to enjoy the beauty and see all the books because there were too many people in there. Suggest you limit the number of people. Also better signage would assist those that pre purchased. Thanks Laura
Laura Campbell
Beautiful but crowded
Library is beautiful but you can’t enjoy it because there is too many people. Also A/C could be better, it was pretty hot inside.
Marko
Bookstore
Although more organised than last time I visited the queue for paying weren't any better. Surely if the paypoints we're staffed better then people wouldn't be in the store quite as long.
Lynn
Sehr voll, aber trotzdem ein schönes Erlebnis
Ich hatte das Skip-the-line-Ticket gebucht und bin damit direkt zum Eingang (eigentlich um zu fragen, wo ich hin muss) und war sofort drin. Es ist natürlich mega-viel los, aber es ist trotzdem möglich, sich die Buchhandlung und die Bücher genauer anzuschauen. Für den höheren Eintrittspreis kann man sich dann im gleichen Gegenwert ein Buch aussuchen, die Spezialausgaben der Livraria Lello sind wirklich hübsch.
Simone
Great deal
This was a fantastic bargain. As instructed we showed our tickets to the doorman and got in immediately even though we were 20 minutes ahead of our scheduled time. I think it was because we got the option with the free book. The free book essentially paid for the ticket. The outside line was huge. I read on other reviews that everyone in the line had a skip the line ticket and had to wait so I think the difference was the book option. Well worth the money. The store itself was fabulous.
Walt
Amazing
We booked a "skip the line" ticket. We can recommend to do this because the time for waiting is very long. The Bookshop was amazing. We haven't seen such a wonderfull shop before. There are sooo many people inside but when you visit Porto it's a must place to visit.
Christine
Braga and Guimaraes
My experience with this company was excellent. Alex was very instructive, knowledgeable and available to answer any question. Jon the bus driver was vm attentive and drove very well. The reason that I am giving 4 instead of 5 is that we were not able to enter the Castle on Alfonso I as it was expected, due to unclear reasons. I think this activity should be replaced with other similar instead. Also while visiting the Bon Jesus del Monte a funicular ride would be a plus.
Maura
Highly recommend!
We had a great time!!!
Kellie
A little bit of magic
Get the skip the line ticket…15EU but you walk directly in before the people in the line begin to enter which gives you 5-10 minutes to take photos before the crowds appear PLUS you get to choose a beautiful book.
Helen
Beautiful but small and busy
The bookshop is pretty, but in one time frame like 100 people enter the shop at the same time. It is crowded and you can’t really see something. The stairs in the middle of the shop are cool. But you have a better view if you look for pictures on Google :)
Marline
You should go there!
I am lucky that I booked the entrance to this wonderful store. You should not miss ist when you go to Porto!
Andrea Muench
Highly Recommend
We purchased “skip the line” tickets and very worth it. Just make sure you tell the person in the ticket line and they escort you to the front. It was crowded with people but you are able to move around and enjoy the books at your pace. The staff were incredibly patient and kind. Ask them for recommendations and they will provide more info than you are expecting. This bookstore is beautiful and mystical …a must see!
Jennie
Skip the line Livraria Lello
Totally worth it, the line outside the library was huge, we walked straight to the library’s entrance and did not have to wait at all.
Jacqueline Simpson
*Not* Skipping the Line
In no sense were the tickets we'd bought online to see Livraria Lello 'skip the line' tickets. There was *no other line* than the line in which everyone standing had 'skip the line' tickets!!! So we, like everyone else, had to wait half an hour before entering the bookshop. and when we did so, it was in a large gaggle (>100 people), so the bookshop was immediately packed. Not a pleasant experience at all, despite the surrounding architecture being lovely. We couldn't wait to get out. My advice: avoid this Potter-trap - it's not worth it.
John
Like a dream
It is true all I have read about this place. It´s magical, downstairs or upstairs, full of books. Sometimes it seems one has enter a dream. A tip if you want to visit: sometimes the cue is long so consider the skip the line option. Once you are inside you will why so many people want to know this place.
Mary Walter
One of the most beautifull bookstores in the world
It´s not just the great amout of books and rare editions, or the enchanted interior of this bookstore. The staff is very polite and helpfull although they were busy. A place to visit in Porto.
Carl Kasper
Crowded but beautiful!
I purchased the skip the line ticket and it was well worth it, given the queue that goes around the block. Plus the cost of the ticket is redeemed in the purchase of a classic. Excellent value. Beautiful bookshop.
Georgia M.
Must do!!!
Lello Bookshop is must do of Porto. I visited the city just for 2 days and as a fan of Harry Potter, I had to visit the iconic bookshop! I booked the skip the line ticket and it was totally worth it. less waiting time and the special edition of the little prince book is a great souvenir. recommended!
Adam Evans
Worth the extra price
Really worth booking the skip the queue ticket as the library is constantly crowed. It is beautiful but so busy, makes it hard to get good photos but still worth a visit. I guess i would wait for hours if I've booked the general ticket.
Melissa Robertson
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