Means of transport Portugal

It is ultra-modern and rather small because it has only one terminal. There are many flights to France: Paris is connected to Porto several times a day by Easyjet, TAP, Transavia and Vueling. Ryanair offers low-cost connections to Porto from Beauvais (connected to Paris by bus) and various provincial cities: Marseille, Lille, Bordeaux, Saint-Etienne and Rodez. Easyjet connects Lyon to Porto, and Transavia also offers seasonal flights from Nantes.

The Porto metro has 6 lines (A to F). Convenient for São Bento station, Avenida dos Aliados, Casa da Musica and crossing the Luis I bridge. It's clean, new and quite pleasant. For stations in the city center, there's a metro every 5 minutes during the day and every 12 minutes from 10pm onwards. For other destinations, allow an average of 15-20 minutes during the day and 30 minutes in the evening. The 6 lines converge at Trindade station in the city center. Line E runs to the airport.

Luzcar is a car rental agency located in Lagos. With over 30 years' experience, this family-run business is ready to help and inform its customers and friends. Their fleet of over 800 vehicles enables them to meet all confirmed bookings. Luzcar offers a wide selection of cars, from popular cars to economy cars, family cars and groups. They also offer special deals for long-term rentals. Luzcar is located close to Praia da Luz beach, which is one of the most beautiful and sought-after in the region. Lagos, meanwhile, is a charming town with picturesque beaches that attract many tourists during the high season.

In a very nice (but not always very fast) way, bright yellow streetscars (the oldest ones have wooden minacles, moleskin benches and sparkling chrome) make it possible to visit the city, finally part of it, because they only ride in the old districts and along the Tagus River, in Belém. The electricos began to circulate in Lisbon in 1873, drawn by horses. We do not succumb to their steep slippery slippers with vengeance, sudden brake strokes and unexpected breaks (due to various and varied obstacles on rails) punctuated by the vehement comments of the driver or even some used. The network consists of 5 lines. Line No. 12 makes a loop of the praça da Figueira through the Sé, the Alfama, the Miraduro of Santa Luzia, São Tomé crossing La Mouraria and Largo Martim Moniz, to return to the starting point. Line 15, with its modern trams, goes from the praça do Comércio to Algés via Belém, and gives a good overview of the docas and the edges of the Tagus River. Line 18 is part of rua Alousndega (praça do Comércio) to go to Cemitério Ajuda, above Belém. The route on line No. 25 is interesting, because it connects the praça do Comércio to the Campo Ourique through notably Madragoa and Lapa. As for line No. 28, no doubt the most picturesque, it goes from Martim Moniz to Campo Ourique (Prazeres), passing through the old districts of Lisbon: Graça, the Alfama and its monastery São Vicente de Fora, the Castelo São Jorge or almost, la Sé, or Chiado, upper Bica and Estrela. Line 24, recommissioned in 2018, goes from Square Luis Camoes to Campolide, through Príncipe Real and Amoreiras. In general, trams travel from 5:45 a. m. to 1:00 a. m. (service shorter on Saturday, Sunday and holidays). Rates identical to buses and elevators (so you can pay with your vivaviagem card). Throughout the network, you will remain vigilant with regard to pickpockets.

Throughout the year, a "historic" tram service makes two tourist routes.

Porto's historic train station is an attraction in itself, with its magnificent azulejos that everyone comes to see. You will also see mosaics "inlaid" on the surrounding stones, a real work of goldsmiths. As far as transport is concerned, it is mostly suburban and regional trains that go north (Braga, Guimaraes...). A train connects it to the station of Campanhã every 20 minutes. Depending on the location of your accommodation, check which station is the closest... Luggage lockers are available, on the left as you enter.

Lisbon's only airport. It has a high level of traffic, which has increased in recent years. The arrival in Lisbon is often very impressive, don't miss it from the window! Often, after the meanders of the Tagus and the estuary, the plane flies over the city very close to the houses, as if it didn't really know where to land... And if there is a little wind, the landing is memorable. From the airport,you can then travel to the city by aerobus, metro, bus or taxi.

Lisbon has various railway stations. The Santa Apolónia and Oriente stations welcome long-distance trains. The Entrecampos station connects the northern suburbs, and a few trains cross the Tagus on the 25-April bridge thanks to the Fertagus company (www.fertagus.pt). For a few getaways, the estação de Cais do Sodré offers the coastal route to Cascais via Estoril while the Rossio station serves Sintra.

Centralizes public transport in Porto and offers interesting multi-transport passes. 59 bus lines, of which 36 run at night until 1 am, and 11 from 1 am to 6 am. The most important bus lines are line 502 that connects Bolhão, Boavista and Matosinhos, line 500 that connects the city centre and Ribeira to Matosinhos along the coast and line 202 that connects the centre of Porto to Boavista and the beaches of Foz. Line 601 connects the airport to Boavista in 40 minutes. For another 10 minutes, the same line arrives in the centre of Porto.

This ferry takes you to Trafaria and from there you have connections to Costa de Caparica. It is not necessarily the most convenient way to reach the beaches of the south and therefore not necessarily the most frequented by tourists who prefer the one leaving from Cais do Sodré. Its service hours are not as long as those of other ferries, as it stops around 10 pm. Always check the time of the last ferry before boarding: times are sometimes random. Your ticket can also be paid with the zapping formula of your transport card.

Departures to the island by boat with the Viamar company take place near the Péniche fort. They leave at 10am and 12.15pm in May and June with a return at 5pm; at 10am and 12.15pm in July, August and September with a return at 3pm or 6pm (sometimes 5pm in September). Please note that although the ticket offices open at 8am, places are difficult to obtain because of the crowds and the lack of organisation, so it is advisable to get to the port very early. Another safer option: book your tickets on the Internet, but you will still have to arrive early...

The metro operates from 6:30 am to 1 am. There are several formulas: zapping for a journey by metro or bus and formulas to take on a journey by metro and bus (the Carris/Metro ticket). Its oldest infrastructure dates back to 1959. Its decoration is different in each station, which allows you to walk through a kind of art gallery. When you leave the Picoas station, it is indeed a beautiful Parisian vault by Guimard that tops the stairs, but, no doubt, you are still in Lisbon!

This funicular connects the Ribeira at the bottom of the historic centre, near the quays, to the Praça da Batalha, at the very top of the city, near the bridge and the cathedral of Sé. It is a very practical means of transport when you are in a hurry or tired. Above all, it offers a splendid view of the Dom Luis Bridge, the medieval walls of Porto and the different wineries of Vila Nova de Gaia. It was inaugurated in 1891 and renovated a hundred years later, in 1994. To be done at least once for the unique experience and its obvious practicality.

On the docks, or high up, you won't be able to pass by without seeing these eggs hanging in the air, which give the decor the air of a ski resort. And yet, it is here in Porto that this cable car has been transporting its passengers since February 2011, from the Gaia docks to the Jardins do Morro at a height of about 35 metres. The tour lasts about 5 minutes, the view is sublime. Very practical for those who would be tired just by seeing the zigzag ascent to reach the summit on foot. Original experience to live.

On the Porto-Aveiro-Coimbra-Lisbon line, it is well served: every hour, 1 train leaves to Porto and to Coimbra. 4 direct connections with Braga, one every hour with Lisbon. Buses are available to the city centre.

7 km west of the city towards Praia de Faro. A good number of international flights and 3 to 4 daily flights to Lisbon by the TAP (www.tap.pt). For France, the airport is served by Easyjet (www.easyjet.com), Ryanair (www.ryanair.com) and Transavia (www.transavia.com) with at least one Paris-Faro flight per day. The building was expanded and modernized in 2017. You can book your parking space on the internet. Bus number 16 is going there. Departure and arrival in front of the bus station on Avenida de la Republica from 5am to 11pm.

Built in 1886 and 1887, and designed by architect José Luís Monteiro, it blends three styles - Neo-Gothic, Manueline and Plateresque - and boasts a remarkable façade. It's hard to pass by without noticing it. You'll have the chance to visit it if you take the train to Sintra. Rossio station is served by the metro (Restauradores station on the blue Gaviota line). Numerous bus routes pass close by: the 759 from Oriente or Santa Apolónia stations, or the 744 or Aerobus 91 from the airport.

Porto, the city of the famous wine of the same name, is full of wonders to discover. For starters, there's nothing like enjoying a glass of port in one of the many bars on the banks of the Rio Douro, while taking in the magnificent views of the colorful buildings that stretch along the river. A mini-cruise on the river is another way to discover the city from another angle. Then lose yourself in the city's old quarters and step back in time. Wine lovers can also enjoy tastings in downtown Porto, while those with more time can explore the surrounding vineyards. Locals also recommend discovering the city's street art on a free guided tour, as well as enjoying the many bars and restaurants on Rua Galeria de Paris and Rua Cândido dos Reis. Porto has a good public transport network, but it's also pleasant to get around on foot to discover the city's different districts.

Since 1998, it has been the modern railway station on the World Expo site. It is adjacent to the Vasco de Gama shopping mall. In the northeast of the city, it's on exactly the same line as Santa Apolónia (same services plus Sintra), but closer to the airport. For long-distance tickets, the fare is the same whether you leave from either station. Numerous bus connections are available, such as the 744 from the station to Restauradores.

TAP is Portugal's national airline. There are several daily flights to Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux and Nantes. Prices are very attractive in low season, as they are similar to those of low-cost airlines, with much better service and cabin comfort. And because it's a national airline, there's less risk of delays in high season. If you have checked baggage, it's worth checking the ticket prices on their website. Their loyalty program allows you to deduct 5 euros per journey.

This terminal takes you to Cacilhas, home of the famous Cristo Rei. You can take your car or even a bicycle (free). You can pay for your ticket with the zapping card. From Cacilhas, there are numerous connections (Carris bus or MTS metro, www.mts.pt) for Costa da Caparica, Setúbal, Sesimbra... The crossing takes about 10 minutes. There's also another boat to Seixal or Montijo, which takes 30 minutes.