[2024 Porto Attraction] Travel Guide for Mercado do Bolhao (Updated Sep)
Markets
Address:
R. Formosa, 4000-214 Porto, Portugal
Opening times:
Open today at 8:00-20:00Opening Soon
Phone:
+351 22 332 6024
Foodies must visit Bolhao market in Porto
One of my favourite things to do when traveling is trying local foods! Mercado do Bolhao is centrally located in Porto and offers a wide range of snacks from chocolates to pies!
The market has been recently renovated to feature a more modern look and has lifts for disabled visitors. I highly recommend trying the Portuguese egg tarts and custard pastries, washed down with a coffee!
#porto #portugal
Geo (@geosheng)
Porto | Don't be too delicious!!
1️⃣Mercado do Bolhao (local market)
It can be said to be the cleanest market on this European trip, with light-colored floor tiles. Even though it was a bit rainy on the day I went🌧️, the ground still looked very clean and tidy. (p2-4)
One thing I found particularly interesting is that no matter what time or where, you can always see people holding wine glasses and chatting🥂. They seem to be in no hurry, with nothing urgent to do, happily chatting with friends and enjoying delicious food🥪, which made me realize that time can indeed be wasted like this.
Recommend the wheel cheese pasta on p4-5, and the salmon tapas on p6! They are really delicious!
📍Address: R. Formosa 322, 4000-248 Porto, Portugal
🕰️Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 08:00-midnight, closed on Sunday
2️⃣Mille Pinsa Trattoria Romana Porto
I saw this restaurant on the roadside and thought about trying pizza in Europe, so I checked the Google map rating of 4.4 and walked in. Unexpectedly, the taste was quite good, and there were many locals in the restaurant. The pizza is freshly baked in a wood-fired oven🍕, with a crispy crust and generous toppings. Everyone orders small, two people can choose two flavors, but we didn't know and ordered a large, see p12 for details. The portion is huge.
📍Address: R. de Mouzinho da Silveira 310, 4000-069 Porto, Portugal
🕰️Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 12:20-23:00, closed on Monday
➡️After eating, you can go to the nearby chocolataria equator, their chocolate liqueurs are very good, and the packaging is also very beautiful, very suitable for gifts. There are also stores in Lisbon and Barcelona, I recommend the liquor and cherry chocolates, everyone said they are delicious when I brought them home, I haven't tried other flavors~ see p12 for details.
3️⃣McDonald's - Imperial
The hotel I stayed in didn't include breakfast, so I decided to go to the Imperial McDonald's for a meal and to check out the most beautiful McDonald's. Unfortunately, that morning there was only one McMuffin option to choose from🍔, and the drink choices were relatively limited. I don't know if it's because it was the breakfast time, but overall, I wouldn't recommend coming here for breakfast in the morning
📍Address: Praça da Liberdade 126, 4000-322 Porto, Portugal
🕰️Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 08:00-04:00
Prof. Lelah Ledner
The lovely Mercado do Bolhão!
The Mercado do Bolhão in Porto, Portugal is a bustling market that is a must-visit for food enthusiasts. It offers a wide selection of regional items, including fresh fruits, meats, fish, cheeses, and baked goods. The market takes pride in showcasing traditional goods from local producers, reflecting the distinctive flavors and freshness of the region. Visitors can find a variety of delicious cheeses, handmade with care by regional producers, as well as local meats and seafood from the neighboring Atlantic Ocean. The market also offers a cultural experience, with a long history dating back to the late 19th century, providing a window into the local way of life. The aroma of freshly baked goods, including pastries and cakes, fills the air, offering local favorites such as pão de ló (sponge cake) and pastel de nata (Portuguese custard tart). Whether you're a seasoned foodie or simply want to experience the local culinary culture, a trip to Mercado do Bolho is a gourmet adventure not to be missed in Porto, Portugal. #foodie #portugalcuisine #porto #Portugal
joseriobo_
Restoration Market
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Mercado do Bolhao is located at Rua de Fernandes Tomas, and is around 250 meters 3 minutes walk from Bolhao metro station. It is open from Monday to Friday from 0800-2000, Saturday from 0800-1800, closed on Sunday, public holiday.
This market reopened on 15/09/22, after a demanding restoration and modernization work to welcome traders, customers and visitors.
In the new and improved Mercado do Bolhao, the traditional fresh produce stalls, tinned fish shop and florists are still there, with the addition of a few new venues, such as cheesemongers and coffee shops, just to name fews.
There are 79 stalls, 38 outdoor stores and 10 restaurants to serve locals and visitors.