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Bolhão Market is once again opening its doors to families with the return of the “Family Saturdays” series. The initiative, which was a success in previous editions, is once again part of the venue’s official program, offering a regular schedule designed to enliven the market experience in a playful, creative, and participatory environment. Held monthly, […]
Mercado do Bolhão hosted, this past Thursday, July 30th, the piano marathon that traditionally marks the start of Porto Piano Fest. The event, held for the fourth time in that space, brought together around 25 pianists of various ages, two days before the official opening of the festival’s 11th edition, which runs from August 1st […]
With the entry into force of the Free Metropolitan Pass for Porto residents, getting to Mercado do Bolhão is now simpler, more convenient, and more affordable. It’s a measure that addresses one of the main challenges identified by market visitors, inviting more Porto residents to enjoy the commercial, gastronomic, and cultural offerings of this iconic […]
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The origins of Mercado do Bolhão, one of the most emblematic buildings in the city of Porto, date back to the mid-19th century, when the City Council of Porto decided to build a square on land acquired from the Church. At this time, by order of the architect Joaquim da Costa Sampaio Lima, places were allocated for the “Mercado Interno do Bolhão”.
