Transportation

Getting to Lisbon

Air

Portugal is served by TAP, the national carrier. Major european airlines also fly to Lisbon. All flights land at Aeroporto de Lisboa on the northern border of the city. As you leave the airport terminal you can take busses that lets you off right in front of the tourist office. You can also take the express AeroBus as an alternative. A taxi ride from the airport is the fastest and most expensive way to get there.

Train

Portugal's main railway network varies in time and speed. There are train services into and out of Lisbon, which can potentially be confusing because of the four main stations serving different destinations and the system of discounted tickets.

Bus

Portugal has many privatized bus services that offer great speed and flexibility.

Getting Around Lisbon

Lisbon has an efficient system of buses, subways, trams, funiculars, and trains. They are convenient and should be made full use of. Tourists need to watch out for taxi drivers and train counters charging extra. Make sure you know in advance what the fare should be. Driving around the mainland can be tough and risky although it is the most flexible means of transport. For smaller distances trams are a great choice. These offer beautiful views of the harbor and older neighborhoods. Funiculars are railways that ascend a mountain using a cable. These could also be made use of for transport. Walking can be a great experience however do keep one eye out for traffic.