THE BEST CITIES TO LIVE IN PORTUGAL
Portugal is the westernmost country in Europe with a comfortable climate, beautiful nature and delicious food. The population is just over 10 million people. The Portuguese are very cheerful and happy people, who are quite friendly and tolerant of immigrants. The main problem is high unemployment, especially among young people, who have great difficulty finding a job in Portugal.
Next, let's highlight the best cities for immigration and living in Portugal in 2024.
| № | CITY |
| 1. | Lisbon |
| 2. | Porto |
| 3. | Coimbra |
| 4. | Faro |
| 5. | Aveiro |
TOP 5 BEST CITIES TO LIVE IN PORTUGAL
LISBON
The best city to live in Portugal is Lisbon. The Portuguese capital is located on the southwest coast of the Iberian Peninsula. Its population is about 505 thousand people. It is the largest city in Portugal and the oldest megalopolis in Western Europe. In Lisbon, a comfortable climate, manicured beaches, beautiful architecture and a lot of different attractions, allowing you to lead an active life, both during the day and at night.
Renting a studio apartment in the center of Lisbon costs on average 715 euros per month.
For a single person, life in Lisbon will cost an average of 1,360 euros per month.
PORTO
Porto is located 320 km north of Lisbon. It is the second largest city in Portugal with a population of about 238 thousand people. Popular with tourists, the industrial city is largely known outside of Portugal for the soccer club of the same name. But here will please not only sports fans, but also connoisseurs of strong wines and fine cuisine. Porto is considered the center of culture and entertainment of the country, and to live here is noticeably cheaper than in the capital.
Renting a studio apartment in the center of Porto costs on average 550 euros per month.
For a single person, life in Porto costs an average of 1,130 euros per month.
COIMBRA
Coimbra is a pretty coastal city with a rich history and one of the most interesting places to live in Portugal. Its population is 138 thousand people. Coimbra is located in the center of the country, almost halfway between Porto and Lisbon. A small but beautiful town is home to the oldest university in Portugal, the University of Coimbra, founded back in 1290. Coimbra is popular with both students and retirees who prefer a measured pace of life.
Renting a studio apartment in the center of Coimbra costs an average of 430 euros per month.
For a single person, life in Coimbra will cost an average of 1,085 euros per month.
FARO
Faro is an ideal place to live in Portugal, which is especially suitable for fans of warm sunny weather and sea beaches. It is home to only about 69 thousand people. Faro is located in the south of the country on the picturesque Gulf of Ria Formosa, near the Cape of Santa Maria. The city has a fairly good public transport system, as well as a small airport.
Renting a studio apartment in the center of Faro costs on average 525 euros per month.
For a single person, life in Faro will cost an average of 1,110 euros per month.
AVEIRO
Rounding out the ranking of the best cities to live in Portugal is Aveiro, located in the central part of the country. Its population is 82.8 thousand people. Aveiro is known for its beautiful canals, for which the city is often called the Venice of Portugal. It is one of the cheapest places to live with affordable rental prices. In addition, there are significantly fewer tourists in Aveiro than in other cities described above. A great place to get a residence permit in Portugal.
Renting a studio apartment in the center of Aveiro costs on average 395 euros per month.
For a single person, life in Aveiro will cost an average of 1,060 euros per month.
According to the Global Peace Index report, compiled annually by the Institute for Economics and Peace, Portugal ranks among the top five safest nations on the planet, after Iceland and New Zealand. This year even such states as Austria and Denmark ranked lower.
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