Lisbon, Portugal
If you are planning on visiting Lisbon on a budget, the good news is that Portugal is relatively inexpensive compared to the rest of Europe. Still, there are some good tricks for budget travelers to make the most of their money. Here are my top 5 ways to save money in Lisbon:
5. Skip the taxi, take the tram. Lisbon has an excellent public transport system, complete with trams and a metro. You can get almost everywhere in the city using public transportation, which is less expensive than taking taxis. Besides, riding the famous tram 28 in Lisbon is one of the sightseeing highlights of a trip the city.
4. Buy combined tickets for sightseeing attractions. Many Lisbon monuments offer combined entry tickets at a discount to the full price. For example, if you plan to visit both the Torre de Belem and the Mosterio dos Jeronimos, you can buy a ticket that offers you a reduced rate for entry to both.
3. Stay in a hostel. Lisbon is famous for having a disproportionate share of the world’s best hostels. Staying at one of these award-winning accommodations is definitely one of the top 5 ways to save money in Lisbon.
2. Eat in. As with most cities, one of the biggest expenses you will incur in Lisbon is eating out. If you stay in a hostel, consider cooking your own dinner to free up some cash for enjoying Lisbon’s nightlife in Barrio Alto.
1. Sightsee for free. If you plan your trip right, you can take advantage of free entry at certain Lisbon monuments. For example, the Mosteiro dos Jeronimos and the Torre de Belem both offer free entry on Sundays and holidays before 2pm. This is certainly one of the top 5 ways to save money in Lisbon.