Practical information for visiting Lisbon
The essentials for arriving, getting around and enjoying the city with ease.
Before you go
- Emergencies
- The European emergency number is 112.
- Climate
- Hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters. Bring comfortable shoes with good grip: the cobbled pavements can be slippery.
- Language
- The official language is Portuguese. A few simple words are always appreciated.
- Currency
- Portugal uses the euro.
- Hills
- Plan routes downhill where possible and use trams, buses or the Metro for the climbs. The Glória, Bica and Lavra funiculars and the Santa Justa Lift are closed; check Carris notices before you go.