Lisbon vs Porto: which is the best city to live in Portugal?

Are you planning to move to Portugal but can decide between Lisbon and Porto with their rich history, stunning architecture and vibrant culture? No wonder it's hard to choose one, but don't worry, in this video I'll talk about both series and share some of their pros. and cons, so at the end of this video you will be able to choose the

best

city

to

live

in Portugal just for you and let's start with the size and population. Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is the largest

city

in the country with around half a million people living here, but if we take the entire metropolitan area into consideration, the number of people living in the area would be around 3 million.

On the other hand, Porto is the second largest city in Portugal with a population of approximately 240,000 people. Its metropolitan area is home to 1.7 million people. Porto offers a more relaxed atmosphere compared to Lisbon. I feel like there are fewer stories about going to Porto, even though it is a popular destination in the country. Many people choose to move to Portugal for one thing: the climate and Lisbon definitely has a milder climate compared to Porto. Winters here. they're not that harsh, I mean, it's still cold, if you've been following me for quite a while you'll know that the coldest winter I've ever experienced was here in Lisbon because outside it's plus 15 and inside it's plus 15.

I mean, it's not very nice. I feel like Lisbon offers more sun and warmth, while Porto,

which

is in the north, may be perfect for people like me, for people who like colder weather, maybe some rainy days. I have also noticed that autumn comes earlier in Porto because it is simply in the north and in Lisbon. You have to wait until November or something like that, but once we went to Portland in September and October, I think fall has already started as far as the cost of living goes. First of all, you must remember that Portugal is very expensive now, especially if we are talking about major cities like Lisbon and Porto.

Lisbon is crazy. If you take a look at the website called Nomad list where digital nomads share the experience, even there you will find comments like Lisbon is super expensive, it is too expensive, while Porto is even more so. On the affordable side, the Lisbon market has become oversaturated, rental prices are simply ridiculous, if you want to buy the same, apartments that used to cost 1,000 now cost 2,000, so Lisbon is getting very expensive, while in Porto you can still find cheaper options. If let's say you're moving to Portugal but you're on a tight budget or you just don't want to spend so much money on rent, Porto is the answer.

However, keep in mind that Porto is turning into Lisbon, honestly, prices are going up. I don't know if Porto will be like Lisbon one day, but that's the reality, so if you choose to

live

in a city you'll probably want to hear about transportation. When it comes to transportation, both Lisbon and Porto have their own advantages, as for Lisbon, the network. of public transportation is more extensive compared to Porto we have Metro buses trains trams and those yellow trams are not just for tourists some local people some of my friends even take those trams to navigate around the city Portus public transportation system is smaller Only you have metro and buses, however, if you need to get somewhere, you will get there easily.

Transportation costs in both cities are relatively affordable in Elizabeth. I think it's about a year and a half per trip and in fact, I just saw today on Instagram that Lisbon launched contactless payment, so if you're a tourist and you visit Lisbon, you don't have to buy those Metro cards, just you can tap your phone, tap your card and use the amazing Metro again, don't forget if you're older. If you are younger, you can always benefit from public transportation. In Portugal, there are different types of passes, so if you are, say, a student or a minor, you will pay less for your transport card if you are 65 or older you will also get some discounts both cities have airports train stations, so if If you connect to, say, traveling from Portugal, it will be easy from both cities, but one thing to keep in mind is that Lisbon has more international options available compared to Porto, so if let's say you are planning to go to a certain city, check with Quite often beforehand where you have direct flights or, if you don't mind, you can always drive from Porto to Lisbon and catch a plane from here.

When it comes to employment and education, Lisbon is a larger city. The city will offer you more options, on the other hand, Porto is known for the technological and creative sectors, making it an attractive destination for those working in those fields in terms of higher education. It is home to many universities that are really prestigious in the country, for example, the University of Norway. or the University of Lisbon, but Puerto also has good universities such as the University of Porto or the Polytechnic Institute of Puerto. Both cities offer a variety of different programs, different fields, and research opportunities when it comes to jobs.

Lisbon is a larger city, so there are more jobs available. Porto is still a major city in Portugal, so you can expect to find a job there. Lisbon is famous for tourism and hospitality finance, while Porto, as I mentioned before, is famous for the creative tech sector, making it a hub for startups and entrepreneurs, and if I'm concerned about the communities . I think both Lisbon and Porto have expat communities where you can always find friends, you can always find people to talk to, you can find a lot of networking events, different conferences and while Lisbon hosts more international events, Portu is famous. host local events when it comes to evening entertainment.

The attractions in both Lisbon and Porto offer a lot of things. If you want to go listen to fado, you can find it in both cities. If you want to eat, Francis Xenia, you might as well go out. Same thing, I would say the only difference is the architecture. Lisbon is a postcard city, you know, with shiny buildings and things like that, while Porto is something else. I would say it is difficult to explain, it is a beautiful city, the architecture is super different. Lisbon I would say that Porto's architecture is dominated by romantic baroque neoclassical styles or even gothic styles, given the charming atmosphere of the city in terms of food, you have many options to choose from, in both cities you can find traditional Portuguese tashkas, you can find expats . cafes where you can find craft coffee, craft beer like anything you can imagine, you can find it in both cities and I feel like with more people moving to Lisbon in Porto, the food industry, like the restaurant scene, is growing rapidly so you do not have to worry.

If you can find your favorite food at home because I'm pretty sure if you give it a year, you will find it. As for beaches, you can find beaches in both Lisbon and Porto, and although Porto may have fewer options compared to Lisbon. I can still find some beaches near Porto. It's one thing to know that the ocean is bitterly cold. I warned you. I don't swim in the ocean. My husband, however, does. If you like warm water, go to Algara. Go to the south of Portugal because if you are planning. Not for swimming, the water is over 18 degrees Celsius all year round, so yeah, it's not ideal for swimming, but if you plan on going to the beach, you know, enjoy the sun, the waves, things like that. , I think you will find some. places in both cities in terms of the general atmosphere again, as I mentioned before, Lisbon is a more touristy place, it has a lot of visitors everywhere, but that's what makes Lisbon Lisbon seems to me like there are a lot of people out partying doing things, going out, the city is part of different cultures,

which

is evident in its various neighborhoods, restaurants, events, the city is always alive, honestly, if you go to the center of Lisbon, to those you know, the pink street and stuff, people never sleep, they just have fun all the time, they do things, but if you want a more Portuguese experience a more relaxed experience I think Porto is a great option.

I feel like the city is also very well alive, but not as much as Lisbon, if you know what I mean, as I mentioned before, the architecture is Porto. just stunning, I think it's even a UNESCO Heritage Site, so if you go to Beta, the oldest district of Porto, you'll see what I mean, even though Porto is a smaller city, it still offers a variety of restaurants, events in a more intimate stopover compared to Lisbon, so we're almost done, which city should you choose Lisbon or Porto? I feel like both cities have scams, they have disadvantages, and ultimately the decision will come down to your personal preference.

One thing I forgot to mention is that both cities are quite hilly, so for example, if you are a family with a newborn, I think you would be better off somewhere flatter. I would say a neighborhood, a city, because it would be difficult to navigate with a stroller if you are coming from a larger, fast-paced city. I feel like Lisbon would be perfect for you because of the vibrant culture, job opportunities in the nightlife and if you prefer a smaller city, you want a quiet and peaceful life. Porto is the place to be, regardless of which city you choose.

Portugal is a beautiful country. you can always move around you can explore other options there other cities that are really nice you can go to faru in the south of Portugal you can go north to I don't know guimaraj maybe you like it better there and that's all for today. I hope you like this video. If so, don't forget to subscribe to this channel, like this video and I'll see you next week, bye, thank you.