To get the best exchange rate in Portugal, it is best to use your credit card as often as possible - and pay 'in current currency' when doing so. Bank ATMs are my only recommended place to get Euros to avoid unnecessary additional fees and the best exchange rate. Bank ATMs are widely available throughout Portugal.

CREDIT CARDS & ATM'S:

In Portugal, the plugs are type F, the standard voltage is 230V, & the standard frequency is 50Hz. I recommend buying this adapter for US to Portugal.

PLUGS:

The official currency in Portugal is the Euro.

CURRENCY:

The official language of Portugal is Portuguese.  While most Portuguese people speak English - a polite way to greet a local is to say 'Olá! Bom dia' ;).

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