Portugal
Portugal
Land of Discoveries
Essential Phrases
Hello
Olá
Oh-la
Thank you
Obrigado/a
Oh-bree-gah-doh
Yes
Sim
Seem
No
Não
Now
Excuse me
Com licença
Kohm lee-sen-sa
Sorry
Desculpe
Deh-skool-peh
Please
Por favor
Por fah-vor
Help!
Socorro!
Soh-koh-roh
Where is...?
Onde fica...?
On-jee fee-ka
How much?
Quanto custa?
Kwan-toh koos-ta
Cheers!
Saúde!
Sah-oo-jee
Goodbye
Adeus
Ah-deh-oosh
Emergency Contacts
Police
112
Emergency
Ambulance
112
Medical emergency
Fire
112
Fire
Tourist Police
+351 213 421 623
Lisbon Tourist Police
US Embassy Lisbon
+351 21 727 3300
Avenida das Forças Armadas, 1649-024 Lisbon
Money & ATM Reality
Currency
Euro
EUR
1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR (approximate)
ATM & Card Access
ATM Fees: 0-3 EUR
- • Card widely accepted
- • Tip 5-10% in restaurants
Internet & Connectivity
- • Vodafone
- • NOS
- • MEO - Tourist SIM: €15-30
Popular Apps
Safety Index
Crime Overview
Transportation
Safe - trains are good
Common Scams
- •Pickpocketing in tourist areas
Areas to Avoid
- • Generally very safe
Natural Disaster Risks
- • Forest fires (summer)
Note: Safety ratings are based on Global Peace Index, US Department of State Travel Advisories, and local government sources. Ratings are subjective and should be used as a general guideline only. Always verify current travel advisories before your trip.
Solo Women Travelers
Night Safety
Dress Code
Casual
Harassment Risk
Tips
- •Very safe country
- •Friendly locals
Note: Women safety ratings are based on solo female traveler experiences, TripAdvisor reviews, and US Department of State advisories. Every woman's experience may vary. Trust your instincts and research specific destinations.
Festivals & Events
Fado
culturalTraditional Portuguese music
Impact: Experience authentic fado houses
Santo António
culturalLisbon's biggest festival
Impact: Street parties, very crowded