ATMs in Portugal: Where to find them, fees and accepted cards
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With its temperate Mediterranean climate beautiful beaches and relaxed cafe culture, Lisbon is a popular tourist destination.
Browse the museums, visit the historic buildings and sample the local cuisine. Then take some time to listen to traditional Fado music, which captures the soul of the city. Choose an old town bar where you can kick back and soak up the atmosphere to complete your Lisbon experience.
If you're heading to Lisbon for a break, you’ll need to exchange enough currency to pay your way.
Follow this guide to avoiding the rip-offs and finding the best places to exchange your cash in Lisbon.
A bit of preparation before your trip to Lisbon will help you get the best deals when exchanging the cash you need to travel.
However you get your hands on your Euro cash, be sure to spend whatever you change. If you find that you have unwanted Euros at the end of the trip, changing them back will mean that you're charged conversion fees twice.
If you decide you still need to exchange cash once you arrive in Lisbon, you’ll need to shop around for the best deal.
Some exchange services are listed below as a starting point, but make sure to compare the rates on offer with the real exchange rate to ensure you’re choosing the fairest one. When you’re shopping around, don’t forget to factor in any extra fees and commissions.
Locations | Phone Number |
Unicambio has 13 different locations across Lisbon including branches in the airport and Cruise terminal. Check their website for a full listing. | +351 213 429 760 (general help line) |
Varies - check out the website for specific opening hours for each office.
Locations | Phone Number |
NovaCâmbios offers 9 locations throughout Lisbon, including several counters in the airport. Check out their website to find the nearest store. | + 351 213 405 170 (general help line) |
Varies - check out the website for specific opening hours for each office.
Real Transfer offers three branches in Lisbon.
Locations | Phone Number |
Estrada de Benfica, 654 B, 1500-109 | +351 217 601 287 |
Praça Marquês de Pombal, nº 1 - Galerias, Loja J, 1250-160 | +351 213 528 065 |
Lg. de São Domingos, nº 5, 1150-320 (Rossio) | +351 213 569 841 |
Alternatively - for low, transparent fees which give you an even better deal - use Wise. If you have a Portuguese bank account, or know someone who does, you can transfer money between accounts using the real mid-market exchange rate.
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