Is Lisbon a surf town?

Lisbon is a great base for a surf holiday, aside from surf you have the city of 7 hills to explore, the Oceanarium, Sagres national park, nearby towns such as Ericeira & Cascais (great day trips). All around the city there is a huge variety of waves and surf spots, many world famous such as Carcavelos surf beach.



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Peniche. On a peninsula jutting out into the Atlantic, Peniche – the westernmost city in mainland Europe – is often considered the surfing capital of Portugal, with more than 30 surf spots of varying extremity.

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1. Nazaré, the surfing capital of Europe. Nazaré, on the west coast of Portugal, is probably the most famous surfing spot in Europe. The town owes its reputation as the surfing capital of Europe to the Nazaré Canyon, an underwater ravine that reaches a staggering depth of 5,000 metres.

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The seaside town of Nazaré, Portugal, is home to some of the world's biggest, gnarliest waves.

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Can you Swim in the Sea in Lisbon? You can definitely swim in Lisbon, but should only do so in areas watched by lifeguards, as some beaches have strong currents and rocks hidden under the surface.

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Bonus tips for not looking like a tourist
  1. Don't do all-white or all-caqui. Even in summer, Portuguese people don't do the jungle-explorer look. ...
  2. Don't do rain capes, but don't walk in the rain unprotected. Rain capes give any tourist away anywhere, but Portuguese people don't usually wear impermeable clothes. ...
  3. Be bland.


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Three days is the perfect length of time to fully discover Lisbon. Within these three days, you'll be able to explore all the main tourist attractions, experience the vibrant nightlife, sample some delicious foods and create wonderful memories of this amazing city.

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Yes, Lisbon is walkable. While it has a reputation for being hilly, Lisbon's historic streets are indeed walkable. There is no need to rent a car, just remember to pack some good walking shoes!

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While Lisbon is the most expensive city to live in Portugal, it is quite affordable when compared to other countries in western Europe, although, what once was a cheap city has seen its prices creeping up. This said, the cost of living in Lisbon for international students and expats is usually still very affordable.

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