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Currency and Exchange Rates

As it is part of the European Union, Portugal’s currency is the euro (€) with notes issued in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500. Coins are issued as 1 and 2 euros with 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 euro cents.

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When to go

As with most European countries, the high season in Portugal begins from mid June and finishes around mid September. Temperatures during that time average 27°C with July and August being the hottest months (see ‘Annual Temperature’). If you’d rather miss the heat and the crowds then consider visiting in spring when the countryside is at its most lush or in autumn where it will still be warm but the crowds will have decreased. The winter period however (from November to March) will offer considerable savings at hotels but keep in mind that a number of places do close down during this season; especially as this is also the rainy season with the country’s north getting the most rainfall.

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• Location: Lisbon is located on the western coast of Portugal, itself the most south-west country of mainland Europe. It’s only neighbour is Spain. • Dialling code: country: 351 city: 21

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Public Holidays

Banks, offices, department stores and some shops close on public holidays, however on New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Labour Day and Christmas Day everything closes so make sure you have planned your outings around them.

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