Lisbon

What you need to know about Lisbon

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About Lisbon

Lisbon is a vibrant city, with its winding cobbled streets, red-tiled roofs, and pastel-colored buildings soaring up to the sky. The city is home to a myriad of cultural attractions, from historic monuments to modern galleries, as well as some of the best nightlife in Europe. With its stunning coastal views, sunny climate, and friendly locals, Lisbon is the perfect destination to explore, relax, and enjoy.

Nomad Guide of Lisbon

Explore Lisbon like a local with our comprehensive nomad guide. Find the best places to work, live, and play, all tailored to the digital nomad lifestyle. Stay connected and make the most of your time in Lisbon with our insider tips and recommendations.

Continent :

Europe

Country :

portugal

Weather :

22°C + Humidity 78% = 22°C Feel

Internet Speed :

29 Mbps

Insurance :

Safetywing

Air Quality :

16AQI

Best Neighborhood :

Penha de França

Upcoming Neighborhood :

Marvila

Power :

230V50Hz

Average Trip Length :

13 Days

Best Taxi App :

Uber

10 EUR to USD :

$9.81 USD

Tap Water Quality :

Yes, safe to drink

Visitor per year :

3320300 Visitors

Tourist now :

63633 tourists

Population :

545200 people

GDP per capita :

$19750 / year

Population Density :

busy: 12x12m (144m²) per person

Gender Ratio (Expats) :

H 46% / F 54%

Religious Gouvernment :

Non-religious

Appartement Listing :

Idealista

Online electronics shop :

Fnac


Weather in Lisbon

Stay updated on the weather in Lisbon with our reliable data source. Plan ahead for changing conditions and make the most of your time in the city. Check the forecast and stay prepared for any weather events.


Cost of Living in Lisbon

Discover the cost of living in Lisbon with our data source. Compare expenses for housing, food, transportation, and more to make informed decisions about your budget. Stay informed and make the most of your money in Lisbon.

Cost of Living for Expats :

$2,417/mo

Cost of Living for Nomads :

$3,367/mo

Cost of Living for Families :

$5,588/mo

Cost of Living for Local :

$1,597/mo

Cost of coffee :

$1.64

Rent for 1 bedroom :

$1,472/mo

Dinner:

$11.45

Beer :

$4.17

Coca Cola :

$1.61

Tax for 50k income :

$21,514

Tax for 100k income :

$52,994

Tax for 250k income :

$145,334


Pros and Cons Living in Lisbon

Like many other cities Lisbon have a lot of advantages to offer its residents and visitors, but it also has its fair share of drawbacks. We have made this pros and cons table to help you better vizualize them.

Pros

  • ✅ Very safe
  • ✅ Fast internet
  • ✅ Lots of fun stuff to do
  • ✅ Warm now
  • ✅ Warm in the spring
  • ✅ Good air quality on average
  • ✅ Nomad List members liked going here
  • ✅ Many Nomad List members here all year round
  • ✅ Very easy to make friends
  • ✅ Very easy to do business
  • ✅ High quality of education
  • ✅ Roads are very safe
  • ✅ Great freedom of speech
  • ✅ Democratic
  • ✅ Everyone speaks English
  • ✅ Safe for women
  • ✅ Family friendly
  • ✅ Very friendly to LGBTQ+

Cons

  • ❌ Too expensive
  • ❌ Gets cold in the winter
  • ❌ Feels crowded
  • ❌ Many people smoke tobacco

Quality of Life in Lisbon

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Visa Requirements in Lisbon

No Data for now.


Security and Crime in Lisbon

Stay informed on security and crime in Lisbon with updated information on crime rates, types of crimes and measures being taken. Ensure personal safety by staying informed and taking steps to protect yourself and loved ones. Help keep Lisbon safe.

020406080100

Very Low Crime rate

020406080100

Very High Security Index


Polution and Air Quality in Lisbon

Stay informed about the air quality and pollution levels in Lisbon. Our data source provides up-to-date information on various pollutants and their effects on health and the environment. By monitoring the air quality in Lisbon, you can take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from the harmful effects of pollution.

Similar cities to Lisbon

Discover cities that are similar to Lisbon in terms of attractions and amenities. Our hand-picked list includes locations with similar cultural settings, recreational activities, and high-quality lodgings. These cities are worth visiting if you're looking for a place with a similar atmosphere or just a change of scenery. Plan your next urban journey by visiting these similar cities.

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Berlin

Germany

#6

Air Quality
Good
wifi

36

Mbps

FEELS 21°

21°

$3,637/mo

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Bangkok

Thailand

#4

Air Quality
Moderate
wifi

17

Mbps

FEELS 33°

29°

$1,895/mo

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Chiang Mai

Thailand

#8

Air Quality
Moderate
wifi

17

Mbps

FEELS 35°

29°

$1,222/mo

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Porto

Portugal

#13

Air Quality
Good
wifi

35

Mbps

FEELS 21°

20°

$2,793/mo

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Green and Brown Building Near Body of Water

Amsterdam

Netherlands

#141

Air Quality
Good
wifi

14

Mbps

FEELS 15°

15°

$6,366/mo

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Barcelona

Spain

#75

Air Quality
Good
wifi

39

Mbps

FEELS 23°

23°

$4,295/mo

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Brown and Black Concrete Building

Prague

Czechia

#140

Air Quality
Moderate
wifi

20

Mbps

FEELS 19°

18°

$2,286/mo

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Budapest

Budapest

Hungary

#23

Air Quality
Moderate
wifi

30

Mbps

FEELS 20°

19°

$2,078/mo

Cities near Lisbon to visit

There are several cities and places close to Lisbon worth your visit. In addition to sightseeing in Lisbon, spare some time to discover the surroundings of the city.
You can discover Porto, Ericeira, Faro, Seville, and Braga, who are a few kilometres away either by car or public transport.

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Grayscale Photography of Person Crossing Street Near a Tram

Porto

Portugal

#13

Air Quality
Good
wifi

35

Mbps

FEELS 21°

20°

$2,793/mo

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Man Surfing on Sea Waves

Ericeira

Portugal

#22

Air Quality
Good
wifi

90

Mbps

FEELS 21°

21°

$3,315/mo

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Aerial Photography of People on the Street

Faro

Portugal

#116

Air Quality
Good
wifi

45

Mbps

FEELS 23°

23°

$1,872/mo

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Free stock photo of antique, architecture, art

Seville

Spain

#157

Air Quality
Good
wifi

39

Mbps

FEELS 30°

28°

$3,159/mo

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Black Asphalt Road Between Brown Trees

Braga

Portugal

#91

Air Quality
Good
wifi

28

Mbps

FEELS 20°

20°

$2,076/mo

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Aveiro

Portugal

#126

Air Quality
Good
wifi

31

Mbps

FEELS 21°

21°

$2,721/mo

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Historic district of beautiful city with aged buildings and monastery

Coimbra

Portugal

#166

Air Quality
Good
wifi

28

Mbps

FEELS 24°

24°

$2,900/mo

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Comporta

Portugal

#1056

Air Quality
Good
wifi

15

Mbps

FEELS 22°

22°

$6,382/mo

Reviews of Lisbon - Feedback from travelers

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Discussion (24)

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The city got overcrowded, really expensive, overhyped, can believe it is still the number one destination for remote workers. Where ever the hype or FOMO goes, you should go the oppositive!

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Great city, but if you are a digital nomad and can afford higher rates, please don't drop insane amounts and pay what the locals do. I have heard of "nomads" coming here for a month and dropping 2k on a T1, while at most it shouldn't exceed 800 euros in the centre of Lisbon, which even like others have noted is an insane amount for locals. Also, the government should really start constructing social housing and do something about subletting/vacation rentals.

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for services you will have to be very patient and not lose your head Prices in Lisbon for 705 euros minimum wage in portugal in 2022 are very exaggerated with this price with you two houses in valencia or spain, Lisbon has good things but there are things that are not shown to the public world that need to improve for the good of all and never improve and this is the fate and attitude of portugal to hide and let go

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Good:- Great local food- Portuguese people are amazingly friendly- Vibrant DN community. It's like the city has been overtaken by remote workers. You will see everyone working on their laptop everywhere you go.- Amazing views whenever you want; you can just get a beer and climb to one of the viewpoints to see the sunset. Easy and magical.- Super cheap Ubers, easy subwayBad:- Housing prices. I'm not kidding, it's the worst I've ever seen. Ultra overpriced. I guess that's the problem when people from the US have no problem dropping 3-4k on something that is realistically 1k. It's a global problem, vastly exacerbated here. No wonder some locals are "fed up". Huge disconnect between local salaries/prices and what foreigners are willing to pay.- Hills. If you don't like walking, prepare yourself.- After a while it can feel small - it's a small, cute city after all.- Nightlife is super limited in terms of clubbing- Very poor insulated houses, so in the winter it's very humid and cold inside the houses.- Super small airport, not good at all. It's not a hub like Barcelona or Madrid, and you can tell the moment you enter the airport. The local airline, TAP, is great tho.Overall I feel it's a great place to be for a while, but really overhyped!

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I don't know why some people here are so negative about Lisboa. It's far from the level the level of dirt as described. Only the area of barrio alto and pink street have some dealers, but they don't bother you and aren't aggressive. Lack of heating is something I have heard, however should be easy enough to buy a radiator. Besides Lisboa doesn't really get that cold, compared to other European cities. The climate is very pleasant for most of the year. A real con would be that the historic centre is dominated by foreigners as these apartments are mostly rented to expats who can afford a higher rent. This pushes the prices up for the locals, but compared with other European capitals, still very much affordable for digital nomads. I avoided these apartments and happily paid extra (since I could afford it)for hostels/hotels and student/co-live housing, that wouldn't contribute to the magnitude of the housing crisis. The deeper issue, however is the governments liberal policy on tentant rights, foreign ownership, airbnb rentals etc.

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Far from being as cheap as it's often imagined to be.Don't go there in winter: you'll be miserable as most of the houses around the city center don't have proper insulation and are just cold.At the same time, it is beautiful (and trashy at the same time), there are lots of things to do and there are tons of digital nomads.

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Pros: -Great airport for connections to Africa and South America.-Has some really beautiful views.-Great fruit and fish.-Native Portuguese people are generally friendly and helpful.-Wonderful moderate climate (better than Spain)Cons:-The dirtiest major city I've seen in Europe. Filthy buildings and dog crap everywhere.-Unsafe - most other women I spoke to said they feel unsafe walking alone here (being leered at, whistled at and followed by the mostly immigrant men is a common occurrence). In the centre, you will be offered drugs every 10 minutes. -Property - the standard of accommodation in Lisbon is appalling. There's a real lack of decent apartments. Most are damp, with thin walls. As a result, to get a decent 1-bed European-standard apartment on a

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It's great if you're woke, young & artsy. If you're just a regular guy in your 30's with no connections, you'll have a miserable time. Especially during the pandemic.It's not inexpensive and you get offered cocaine every 200 meters in the city center.

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Low-lifestyle, period, be AWARE of that. If you come with your miserly a*s for money and people working 24/7, you're definitely in the wrong place, stay in the your own country/culture, here is into quality of life, you have to adapt to the place and not him to please you as you wish, a plus if you can help to improve Portugal, but don't force it, respect the culture of others, respect Portugal!

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Lisbon and portugal reality its not a fairytale locals tell to expats and tourist only good things all good and nice but the reality is hiding like many portuguese try to do about expats and tourists, unfurnoly many locals dont want progress and evolution they always want be the same year by year

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Lisbon is the next remote work hub of Europe. There's many reasons why I think that:1) it already has somewhat of a startup/tech scene because of the annual Web Summit conference2) which means internet is fast, and there's lots of meetups and it's easy to make friends3) it's relatively affordable for foreigners compared to Spain and the rest of Europe4) Portuguese people are super friendly, a lot more friendly than in the rest of the Mediterranean and Europe5) Lisbon is ideal to go on day/weekend trips to beach towns like Ericeira which is just 30 minutes away6) Good airport with direct connections to Latin America, Europe and AsiaAnd in 2020 with COVID closing the borders in Asia, a lot of the nomads that would be there now, are in Portugal. And then once it gets cold here in December, they fly on to Tenerife. That seems to be the new game plan for European nomads.

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Please stop going to Lisbon, stop telling people to go Lisbon. It is a beautiful city, yes. The Portuguese people are some of the nicest, warmest I've ever had the privilege to meet, yes. But the housing crisis in Portugal is real and terrible.Airbnb and temporary accommodation for tourists / nomads, combined with rich foreigners who can afford exorbitant rents, are pushing locals out of their homes: literally. Search about the housing crisis, the police-enforced evictions of families and the elderly, the rising homelessness. The fact that the Portuguese are being driven out of their own towns and cities by a surge of foreign money and investment. There are stickers all around Lisbon that say, "Airbnb: your holiday, our eviction." As a Portuguese friend said: "Our average salary is 600-700€ per month, average rent is at least 800€ per month and climbing all the time thanks in large part to Airbnb, etc."Look at those figures and think about what that means.We lived in Portugal for six months in 2019 (staying with friends north of Lisbon). We left because we couldn't find anywhere to live long-term, even 1.5hrs from the city centre in any direction, and we didn't want to contribute to the unjust and truly inhumane situation we discovered once we looked deeper into the society. If you can afford insane rents and are happy that, in doing so, you may be taking someone else's home, go ahead. Otherwise, please, please think about the effect you're having. Lisbon really is amazing, and Portugal is a wonderful country with some astonishingly nice people. To keep it that way though, maybe we all need to stop treating it like our playground and start treating it like the Portuguese people's home.I'm sorry if this sounds harsh. But seriously, we're all in this world together. Please let's help to make it better.

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Great city with a really welcoming atmosphere. Its really a tech hub. There is an app which allows you to go to a different co working space once per week for free. Im staying at a co working hostel here and everyone is super friendly and welcoming. Bars and nightlife is not bad considering the pandemic, if you want to drink after midnight, you can join the masses of people on the top of the hill, and the police dont mind.

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I lived in many cities in both South and North Europe. I never found, until now, a better city for digital nomads than Lisbon.My experience there has been incredibly inspiring. Besides the great food and the affordable cost of living, I liked the most because it was effortless to meet like-minded people. A week after I arrived, I was already part of a soccer team, met two other people working in the same industry that I ended-up being close-friend and business-partner with, and had insightful conversations about my passions. I was surprised by how much Lisbon and Portugal have been able to attract so many great people. I'll definitely be back there soon

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Great vibe and lovely people (I was surprised at the number of foreigners even in January!), fun nightlife.Didn't find great cafes to work in, thankfully my hotel had decent internet.The only downside for me is the food, once you get tired of bacalhau (codfish), everything is very...beige especially when you don't eat meat. There are a couple of new cute vegan places but expect to pay a premium for those!

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One of my favourite cities. Lisbon is getting busier but it is a still an amazing nomad destination. Finding an Airbnb in the summer can be challenging but during the cooler months you can get amazing deals. Also staying at Outsite - the Coliving space is a great option for short term rentals as well and to get into the community of Lisbon. Every Thursday they have a nomad meet up - you can find it on Meetup the website. The cafes are great for working, yes the close early but that’s what Lisbon is wonderful - a better work life balance than SEA where you can always be working essentially. My favourite cafes to work from are Dear Breakfast - lots of outlets, The Mill, Outside Cowork Cafe and Comoba. You can use the app Get Croissant (the class pass of coworking spaces) to use coworking spaces when you’re on here temporarily. Overall I love Lisbon. Amazing food, nice people and ocean views from everywhere in the city. Absolutely love it!

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Really fun, but not such a good city for getting work done imo. Cafe's close early, lack of outlets in many locations now due to influx of digital nomads.

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Definitely the place to be in western Europe. Great weather, solid food, pretty cheap, good internet, a lot of fun stuff to do, expats everywhere, English gets the job done, awesome day trips... I could go on and on.