Coronavirus: Current Situation in Lisbon and Portugal
Portugal has extended the state of emergency a further two weeks to fight the coronavirus pandemic. Find out what restrictions are being put in place and the effects in Lisbon and Portugal.
Browsing: Traveller Information
The Best Souvenirs to Buy in Lisbon
When packing to visit Lisbon, save some room to bring home “typically Portuguese” souvenirs. Find out where to buy a sardine can, a bottle of wine or olive oil, delicious pastéis de nata, a bag made of cork, or a beautiful azulejo or piece of ceramics.
Hive’s Dockless Electric Bikes Hit the Streets of Lisbon
Dockless scooter company Hive deploys 150 e-bikes in Lisbon. Bike-sharing represents an expansion of the company’s business. Hive bikes are now competing with Uber’s Jump and Gira bikes.
Buying a SIM Card in Lisbon and While Travelling in Portugal
Coming to Portugal from outside the EU? If you have an unlocked phone, you may avoid roaming charges entirely by replacing your SIM card with a prepaid SIM card in Portugal.
How to Get from Lisbon to Óbidos by Bus and Car
Use these travel directions to get from Lisbon to Óbidos, a pretty, small medieval town in Portugal, not far from the capital. Here’s all the information you need to visit it.
How to Use Public Transport in Lisbon: The Complete Guide
How to get around on public transport in Lisbon. A guide to using metro, buses, trams, funiculars, commuter trains, and taxis in Lisbon. Learn also about new forms of mobility now available in the city, such as electric scooters and bike share schemes.
Useful Words and Phrases for Getting Around Lisbon (and Portugal)
Many Portuguese are now fluent in English, especially the younger generations. But learning some key Portuguese words and phrases such as “Olá“, “Obrigado” and “Onde fica…?” will greatly improve your trip.
How to Make Restaurant Reservations in Portugal
Whether you want to book a dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant before you leave home, or search for a nearby fado house to book a table fast, find out how to make restaurant reservations in Portugal.
Getting Around Sintra and Cascais by Bus, Tram and Bike
Details of how to get around Sintra and Cascais on public transport, including bus routes, hop-on, hop-off bus tours, the vintage tram and bike-hire schemes. There is really no reason to ever drive a rental car into Sintra and Cascais.
How to Get from Lisbon to Évora by Bus, Train and Car
Use these travel directions to get from Lisbon to Évora, a town in Portugal’s Alentejo region. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Évora has Roman ruins, a university, and beautiful buildings. Don’t leave without a wine and olive oil tasting experience.
Packing List for Portugal – Don’t Forget a Few Essentials
Are you packing your suitcase for Portugal? Whether you go to Lisbon, Porto, the Douro valley, or the Algarve, use this helpful checklist to make sure you don’t leave home without those needed items.
Uber Launches Jump Bikes in Lisbon
Uber has deployed its Jump e-bikes in Lisbon, joining the Gira bike share system and the dockless electric scooter companies. You’ll now be able to find and reserve a red bike using the Uber app.
Flying Nonstop from the US to Lisbon on TAP Air Portugal – What you Need to Know
TAP Air Portugal is increasing the offer of direct flights between the United States and Lisbon as part of its business strategy. Find out what your options are for buying the cheapest nonstop flights between US cities and Lisbon.
How to Get from Lisbon to Coimbra by Train, Bus and Car
Coimbra is halfway between Lisbon and Porto, which makes it one of the most popular stops between these two cities. Use these travel directions to get from Lisbon to Coimbra where you can visit one of the world’s oldest universities, established in 1290.