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Skipping Local Dining for Tourist Traps: Lisbon is known for its culinary delights, including fresh seafood and pastries like pastéis de nata. Tourists sometimes end up at tourist-targeted restaurants with inflated prices and subpar quality, missing out on authentic local eateries.
Ignoring Public Transport Options: Lisbon has an excellent public transportation network, including trams, buses, and metros. Tourists often overlook these affordable and convenient options, instead opting for taxis or rideshares which can be more expensive.
Underestimating the Hills: Lisbon is famously hilly, which can be challenging if you’re not prepared. Tourists sometimes wear inappropriate footwear or underestimate the physical strain of walking through the city, leading to discomfort and missed opportunities to explore more thoroughly.
Overlooking Lesser-Known Neighborhoods: While areas like Belém and Baixa are popular, neighborhoods such as Alvalade or Campo de Ourique offer a more local experience with fewer crowds and authentic shops and cafes.
Not Learning Basic Portuguese Phrases: While many locals speak English, especially in tourist areas, learning some basic Portuguese phrases can enhance interactions and show respect for the local culture.
Missing Out on Day Trips: Focusing only on Lisbon can mean missing out on nearby gems like Sintra, Cascais, and the Arrábida Natural Park. These locations are easily accessible and offer unique landscapes and historical sites.
Failing to Respect Local Customs and Etiquette: For instance, it’s common to greet shopkeepers when entering stores and to patiently wait in line. Being unaware of such customs can sometimes lead to misunderstandings.
Visiting Only During Peak Tourist Season: Lisbon can get extremely crowded in the summer. Visiting in the shoulder seasons (late spring or early fall) can provide a more pleasant experience with fewer crowds and often milder weather.
Neglecting to Secure Valuables: Like many popular tourist destinations, Lisbon has areas where pickpocketing can occur, particularly in crowded or tourist-heavy areas. Tourists sometimes neglect to take precautions to secure their valuables.
Not Checking Opening Hours: Tourists often assume that shops and museums operate on a similar schedule to those in their home country. However, in Lisbon, many businesses close for lunch, and museums often have one day of the week when they are closed, typically Monday.
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