Lisboa

Very safe city. Beware of pickpockets on historic tram routes, especially Tram 28.

Portugal uses the Euro (€). Contactless payments are ubiquitous, but keep small change for local bakery bills.

Portuguese is the official language. Hello is 'Olá' and thank you is 'Obrigado' (masc) or 'Obrigada' (fem).

Uses Type C & F outlets with a standard voltage of 230V and frequency of 50Hz.

eSIMs or local prepaid SIM cards are easily available at major ports of arrival.

Utilize licensed taxis, ride-hailing applications, or official public transit routes.

Locate emergency service numbers and keep a copy of travel insurance documents handy.

Politeness is highly valued. A soft 'Bom dia' (Good morning) when entering local cafes is standard.

Lisbon Airport (LIS) is connected directly to the city center via the red Metro line in under 25 minutes.

Clean and efficient. The Viva Viagem card is rechargeable and works on the Metro, buses, and city funiculars.

Extensive bus routes connecting neighborhoods not serviced by metro lines.

Plentiful and relatively inexpensive compared to Northern Europe. Use official airport stands or apps.

Uber and Bolt are widely available, cheap, and convenient for uphill travel.

Lisbon is famously hilly. Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes for walking on the characteristic cobblestones (calçada).

Traffic can be highly congested. Public transit and walking are generally faster alternatives.