Two flea markets in Silo Auto

There will be two typical  markets side by side next Saturday (15th December 2018) in Silo Auto – Oporto. The Flea market will take place in floors 6th and 7th between 13h00 and 18h00, whereas the Mini Portobelo will take place between 13h30 and 15h30 and 16h00 and 18h00. Selling mostly old and used items along with some antiques, these markets are great options to buy unique products. 

Both markets are sponsored by the Oporto City Council and admission is free. In order to get shoppers in the mood to buy stuff, there will be DJ’s and food trucks.

If you happen to be in Oporto during the next weekend, this may be a great opportunity to buy unique stuff for Christmas 🙂 🙂

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Ice rinks for Xmas in Oporto

There will be two ice rinks available in Oporto during Christmas time for everyone that wants to skate. The rinks are already open to the public and anyone that wants to use them needs to pay an admission fee:

  • 3.50 euros for 20 minutes in both rinks
  • 5 euros for 60 minutes in the Praça Dom João I rink
  • 6 euros for 60 minutes in the Praça de Mouzinho Albuquerque rink

Both rinks will be open for business until the 6th January 2018. Working hours range, in general, from 10h00 until 22h00, with special times for weekends and bank holidays.

If you intend to be in Oporto during the holidays, then this may be an interesting option to entertain you in true Christmas spirit!!

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Oporto Christmas Village

The Porto Christmas Village is taking place between the 24th November and the 30th December 2018 in the Alfândega do Porto building. In its first edition, this initiative aims at providing children and families with several Xmas related experiences that range from food, drinks, ice rink, toys, workshops, Xmas market, Virtual reality and much more.

The Village is going to be open between 15h00 and 20h30 during weekdays and 11h00 to 22h00 during the weekends. The admission price is 5 euros per adult and 3.5 euros per child. There is also a family pack of 15 euros available. On Mondays, children will not pay and during the week, entry is free after 19h00.

For more info, visit the Porto Christmas Village website

If you are going to be in Oporto for Xmas, then this is an opportunity you cannot...

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