Portugal

Portugal

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Electricity

Plug Type: Type C, Type F Voltage (V): 230V Frequency Hertz (Hz): 50Hz *Travel plug adapter and voltage converter might be necessary depending on your…

Banking

Currency Local currency: Euro Symbol: € ISO code: EUR Subunit: Cent Banknotes: €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500 Coins: 1c, 2c,…

Cuisine

Food and water safety: Can you drink the tap water: Yes Fresh fruit and veg: Yes Ice: Yes Meat: Yes Street food: Yes Local cuisine: Portuguese cuisine…

Climate

Annual rainfall: Varies by region Average temperature: 17°C Summer: Average highs: 28°C Average lows: 17°C Winter: Average highs: 15°C Average…

Transport

Air: Main airlines: TAP Air Portugal, Ryanair International Airports: Lisbon Portela Airport, Porto Airport, Faro Airport Domestic Airports: Madeira…

Dress

Spring and Summer Cool, light, breathable and comfortable: Yes Lightweight warm clothes: No Winter and Autumn Jerseys, cardigans, sweaters, jackets:…

Electricity

Plug Type: Type C, Type F Voltage (V): 230V Frequency Hertz (Hz): 50Hz *Travel plug adapter and voltage converter might be necessary depending on your appliances.

Banking

Currency Local currency: Euro Symbol: € ISO code: EUR Subunit: Cent Banknotes: €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500 Coins: 1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, €1, €2 Banking Card Transactions: Yes ATMs: Yes Mastercard: Yes Visa: Yes American Express: Yes Diner’s club: Yes Banking Hours: Weekdays: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Weekends: Closed Public Holidays: Yes Foreign exchange services: Yes

Cuisine

Food and water safety: Can you drink the tap water: Yes Fresh fruit and veg: Yes Ice: Yes Meat: Yes Street food: Yes Local cuisine: Portuguese cuisine is rich in flavor and diversity, influenced by its coastal location and history. Highlights include bacalhau (salted cod), caldoverde (kale soup), and pastéis de nata (custard tarts). Portugal is also famous for its port wine and vinho verde. Tipping: 5% - 10%

Climate

Annual rainfall: Varies by region Average temperature: 17°C Summer: Average highs: 28°C Average lows: 17°C Winter: Average highs: 15°C Average lows: 7°C Best time to visit: The best time to visit Portugal is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to October) when the weather is mild and tourist crowds are fewer.

Transport

Air: Main airlines: TAP Air Portugal, Ryanair International Airports: Lisbon Portela Airport, Porto Airport, Faro Airport Domestic Airports: Madeira Airport, João Paulo II Airport (Azores) Road: Driving on the: Right Tar roads: Yes Gravel roads: Yes Valid International Driver's License needed: No Car hire available: Yes Taxis: Yes E-hailing services: Yes Bus: Inter-city bus services: Yes Local city bus networks: Yes Rail: Railway system: Yes Subway System: Yes Water: Ferries: Yes Water taxis: Yes Leisure cruises: Yes

Dress

Spring and Summer Cool, light, breathable and comfortable: Yes Lightweight warm clothes: No Winter and Autumn Jerseys, cardigans, sweaters, jackets: Recommended Heavyweight clothing and boots: Yes General Umbrella and raincoat: Yes Warm gloves, hat and scarf: Yes Swimming costume (bathing suit): Yes Hat, sunglasses and sunblock: Yes Walking shoes: Yes Casual: Yes Smart-casual attire: Yes