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  • Pro Tip: Book your Benagil Cave kayak tour the evening before and request the 7am sunrise slot. You’ll have the cave almost entirely to yourself before the boat tours start at 9am.
  • Did You Know: Portugal was the first country in the world to abolish slavery and the death penalty. It’s also home to the world’s oldest bookstore — Bertrand in Lisbon, open since 1732.
  • Money Saver: The Lisboa Card gives you unlimited public transport plus free entry to 39 museums for 24, 48, or 72 hours. At €22 for 24 hours, it pays for itself after two museum visits and a few metro rides.
  • Travel Insurance: I never travel without coverage. I use SafetyWing ($45/month) for long-term trips and World Nomads for shorter adventures. Medical evacuation from a remote area can cost $50,000+ without insurance. Don’t skip this one.

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Destination Quick Facts

Portugal at a Glance

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CURRENCY

Euro (€)

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Language

Portuguese

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Power

230V / Type F

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Timezone

WET (UTC+0)

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Tap Water

Safe to drink

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Best Time

Sep – Oct

Trip Cost Breakdown

Daily Budget: Lisbon

Based on a mid-range solo traveler. Prices in EUR as of 2025.

Category

Cost/Day

🏨 Accommodation (private room in hostel)

€35

🍽️ Food (mix of cooking + eating out)

€25

🚇 Transport (metro + tram)

€7

🎭 Activities & entrance fees

€10

☕ Coffee & drinks

€5

📱 SIM / misc

€5

€85/day

Day Itinerary

Day 1: Alfama & Belém

Pastéis de Belém

Get there before the lines. Order a box of pastéis and a galão (milky coffee).

Jerónimos Monastery

UNESCO World Heritage Site. €10 entry. 1 hour is enough. Photograph the cloisters.

Tram 28 to Alfama

Catch it from Martim Moniz to avoid the worst crowds. Stand at the back for photos.

Lunch at Time Out Market

Best food hall in Europe. Try Sea Me for seafood or Henrique Sá Pessoa for fine dining at market prices.

Accommodation Comparison

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Hostel

€25/night

Best for: Solo travelers, social atmosphere, budget

RECOMMENDED

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Airbnb

€55/night

Best for: Couples, longer stays, kitchen access

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Boutique Hotel

€125/night

Best for: Special occasions, comfort, central location

Best Time to Visit (Weather Grid)

When to Go: Lisbon

June

27°

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5mm

July

30°

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2mm

August

27°

25mm

September

27°

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65mm

Transport Comparison

Lisbon → Porto

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Train (AP)

Alfa Pendular, direct

2h 40m

€25

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Bus (Rede)

Rede Expressos, direct

3h 30m

€25

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Flight (TAP)

With airport transfers

1h + 2h

€25

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Rental Car

Toll roads included

3h

€25

Destination Rating Card

My Lisbon Rating

9.2

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Content Upgrade

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Free: Lisbon Trip Planner

A printable PDF with the full 5-day itinerary, restaurant picks, metro map, and daily budget tracker.

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    Lina Dyer
    World Traveler