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Terminal and pickup information

Lisbon Airport is a single-terminal airport. Car hire desks are located in the arrivals hall — follow signs for 'Aluguer de Automóveis'. All major international and Portuguese suppliers (including Europcar, Sixt, Hertz, Avis, Guerin and Auto Jardim) have desks here. Some budget suppliers operate from an off-airport location with a free shuttle.

Tips for hiring at Lisbon Airport (LIS)

Lisbon's hills and trams: Lisbon's steep streets and historic trams make driving in the city centre challenging. Park outside the historic area and use the tram network — it's part of the experience.
Motorway tolls: Portugal's motorway network is largely toll-based. Most hire cars have a Via Verde transponder — ask your supplier. Charges are added to your bill.
Algarve from Lisbon: The drive south to the Algarve takes about 2–2.5 hours on the A2 motorway — a very manageable distance for a week-long road trip.
Parking in Lisbon: Blue-lined parking bays require a ticket from a meter. Underground car parks near the waterfront (Baixa-Chiado area) are the most convenient option.

Best drives from Lisbon

  • Sintra (40 min) — UNESCO-listed palaces and gardens in the hills above the Atlantic — one of Europe's most romantic destinations.
  • Algarve Coast (2 hrs 30 min) — The dramatic Ponta da Piedade sea stacks near Lagos, golden beaches and the cliffs of Sagres.
  • Évora (1 hr 30 min) — A walled Roman city in the heart of the Alentejo wine country — a complete contrast to the coast.
  • Óbidos (1 hr) — A perfectly preserved medieval walled town — park outside the walls and walk the ramparts.

Tourist traps to avoid

  • Via Verde toll charges — ask your supplier about the daily cap on toll charges
  • Parking in tourist areas — official car parks are much safer than street parking in Lisbon
  • Desk insurance upsells — Portugal has some of the most aggressive insurance upselling in Europe
  • Summer pricing in the Algarve — prices spike significantly July/August; book well in advance
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