The best months to visit Lisbon are Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct. 20–28°C, warm & sunny.
Quick facts
Currency Euro (€) 1 USD ≈ €0.92
Language Portuguese English common among young locals
Timezone WET (UTC+0) WEST (UTC+1) Mar–Oct
Best Months Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct 20–28°C, warm & sunny
Daily Budget ~€50–85 $55–93 USD per day
Visa Schengen Zone EU/US/Can 90 days visa-free
When to go
A city of seven hills where melancholic fado echoes through tiled alleyways, and every miradouro reveals another reason to stay longer.
Getting Around in Lisbon
- Metro (4 lines), trams, buses, and funiculars. Viva Viagem card €0.50, 24h pass €6.80. Zapping (pay-as-you-go) €1.65 per trip
- Tram 28 is iconic but packed. Take bus 737 for the same route without the crowds. Bolt and Uber are cheap (€4–8 within the city)
- Lisbon is hilly. Comfortable shoes are essential. The metro covers most of the centre but Alfama and Bairro Alto require walking uphill
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Lisbon travel guide.
Timezone: WET (UTC+0) (WEST (UTC+1) Mar–Oct)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
The best months to visit Lisbon are Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct (20–28°C, warm & sunny), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Lisbon budget breakdown.
