Lisbon
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According to an ancient myth, Lisbon was founded by the hero Odysseus when he was finally on his way home after ten years of wandering. Such an historic event requires a fitting song. Fortunately, the Portuguese have the right solution for that…
The capital of Portugal, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, with a contemporary culture that is alive and thriving and making its mark in today's Europe. Perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon is one of the rare Western European cities that faces the ocean and uses water as an element that defines the city. Lisbon enchants travelers with its white-bleached limestone buildings, intimate alleyways, and an easy-going charm that makes it a popular year-round destination.
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Airport
To and from the airport:
Aerobus
Aerobus operates three routes to main spots of the city. Aerobus 1 running every 20min follows Av. da Republica and Av. da Liberdade to the city center (Rossio, Praça do Comércio, and railway/ferry terminal at Cais do Sodré). Aerobus 2 connects to the Oriente bus/railway terminals with 30min intervals. Aerobus 3 runs every 30min to the central bus station at Sete Rios via the Entrecampos train station. Tickets cost €3.50.
Metro
Metro costs about €1.90 from the airport to any place in the city centre. The daily pass costs €6.00 (plus €0.50 for the reusable card) and is valid for 24 hours after first activation, good on all public transportation (metro, bus, electrico). You should avoid riding the metro late at night (after 22:00 some stations are occasionally targeted by groups of muggers looking out for unsuspecting tourists), but in general the Metro system in Lisbon is very reliable and safe, and is usually the best way to quickly get around the city.
Bus
Bus lines 22, 44, 83, 705, 745, or night bus line 208. Bus 44 takes you to the Oriente railway station in about 10 minutes, where you can change for metro and continue to the city centre. Board fare is €1.75. 7 Colinas transport card (see "Get around" section can be used which can be bought at the airport post office. The bus service is moderately reliable - the buses are modern and in good condition, but during rush hours you should expect delays. Note that you are not allowed to take large pieces of luggage on these buses.
More information to be found at: To/from the airport
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Scheduled Airlines from the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany: Brussels Airlines, Easyjet, Germanwings, KLM, Lufthansa, Ryanair, TAP Portugal, Transavia, Vueling