Mercado do Bolhão
Market · Santo Ildefonso ·
Historic market with produce, seafood, meats, cheeses, wine, souvenirs
Historic market with produce, seafood, meats, cheeses, wine, souvenirs
"A short uphill walk reveals a vibrant market where the heart of the most authentic Porto beats; reopened in September 2022 after a complete renovation, it combines traditional fresh-produce stalls—fruits, vegetables, fish, and flowers—with simple upstairs restaurants, making it an ideal stop to soak up local culture and pick up a souvenir or two." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Kick things off at the historic, bi-level Mercado do Bolhão to sample a bit of everything, from tinned fish and olives to baked goods and freshly squeezed juice." - Lindsay Cohn Lindsay Cohn Lindsay Cohn is a writer, editor, and avid traveler who has visited 45 countries across six continents — and counting. She contributes to Travel + Leisure, Hotels Above Par, InsideHook, Well+Good, T
"A traditional market originally built in 1850, featuring stalls, shops, and restaurants managed by local traders. Offers fresh produce, cheese, flowers, and more."
"A piece of Porto heritage since 1914, the Mercado do Bolhão opened its doors again in 2022 after four years of renovations, allowing vendors to return to the stalls where their parents and grandparents once worked. The historic Beaux Arts-style building in the city center houses 81 stalls and 38 stores, which sell a mixture of fruits, vegetables, baked goods, charcuterie, tinned fish, cheese, and flowers. There are also modern coffee shops and newer restaurants, such as Culto ao Bacalhau, where you can taste many preparations, including desserts, made with codfish, one of the most significant symbols of Portuguese gastronomy." - Rafael Tonon
