Portugal at a Glance
Population, currency, timezone and practical travel essentials
10.6M
Population
Lisbon
Capital
Southern Europe
Region
EUR
Euro
Portuguese
Language
Lisbon
Local Time Zone
+351
Calling Code
Right
Driving Side
Type C,F
Power Plug
112
Emergency Number
Practical details are provided as general travel guidance — always verify current requirements (visas, driving rules, plug adapters) before you travel.
Top Cities in Portugal
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827 stays
Madeira Island
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49
576 stays
Albufeira
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43
152 stays
Vilamoura
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57
144 stays
Cascais
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61
133 stays
Ponta Delgada
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36
127 stays
Portimão
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50
1,417 stays
Porto
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30
1,389 stays
Lisbon
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25
353 stays
Lagos
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33
113 stays
Vila Nova de Gaia
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40
Faro
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20
Braga
Braga
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20
Tavira
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12
Sintra
Sintra
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20
Ericeira
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20
Évora
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20
Almancil
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6
Carvoeiro
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12
Top-Rated Hotels in Portugal
Highest guest scores — curated from 9,507 properties
Travel Guides for Portugal
Itineraries, food guides, hidden gems & budget tips
Food
Algarve Food Guide
📍 Algarve
Itinerary
Algarve Itinerary Guide
📍 Algarve
Food
Azores Food Guide
📍 Azores
Itinerary
Azores Itinerary Guide
📍 Azores
Itinerary
Lisbon Itinerary Guide
📍 Lisbon
Food
Lisbon Food Guide
📍 Lisbon
Budget
Lisbon Budget Guide
📍 Lisbon
First Timer
Lisbon First Timer Guide
📍 Lisbon