FAQs
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When should I RSVP by?
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Please RSVP by no later than July 1st, 2025. Thank you!
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Where should we stay in Lisbon?
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There are several options in terms of location and room type. You can find all of the hotel information including how to book under the "Travel and Accommodations " tab. Lisbon also has affordable Airbnbs as another option.
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Where should we eat and drink in Lisbon?
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Here our some of our favorite places in Lisbon! Breakfast - Dear Breakfast: They have a number of places across the city serving a variety of egg/brunch dishes - The Folks: Also have several locations and in addition to a variety of breakfast foods, have won awards for their coffee Lunch & Dinner - O Velho Eurico: Our favorite restaurant in Lisbon! You should try and make a reservation here several months in advance (https://widget.thefork.com/en/999d3391-000e-42f1-b7bf-ce987f2f4090?utm_source=l.instagram.com&step=date) - Cantinho do Avillez-Chiado: Located in the cute Chiado neighborhood, they have tasty Portuguese food and a great and affordable lunch option (https://cantinhodoavillez.pt/images/CartasMenuAlmoco/CantinhodoAvillez_MenusAlmoco.pdf?v=052024) - Taberna Sal Grosso-Alfama: Tucked away in the winding neighborhood of Alfama (and down a few stairs) is this restaurant with delicious traditional Portuguese food and a changing menu on the wall (we loved the shrimp and mushroom rice!) - Cervejaria Ramiro: This well known restaurant (visited by Anthony Bourdain) serves many varieties of seafood Drinks - Fares: A cute and cozy bar with great drinks and good Mediterranean bites - Holy Wine: This is truly a hole in the wall, but fun wines from all around Portugal - Limão at H10 Duque de Loulé: Even if you aren't staying here, go grab a drink at their awesome rooftop - Black Sheep Lisboa: A great wine bar with many unique wins (and has a lot more seating than Holy Wine!) Dessert - Pastéis de Belém: Portugal is widely known for its pastel de nata or small egg custard pie. You can find them all over the city, but this is our favorite place! Honorable mention goes to Manteigaria which has locations all over the city.
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Do I need to know Portuguese?
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Almost everyone in Lisbon (and Porto) speak excellent English. If you are traveling to smaller towns outside the major cities it won't be as good, but you will still be fine! It is appreciated if you try using a few words (hello - Olá and thank you - Obrigado/Obrigada).
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Is there a dress code?
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For the welcome party, it will be casual and outside in a courtyard. Then the wedding will be formal in a garden and greenhouse.
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What is the weather like in Lisbon in October?
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The weather is typically between 60 to 75 degrees and mostly sunny.
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Do I need a visa or to register for ETIAS to travel to Portugal?
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No, just a passport that won't expire within 6 months of your travel! They further delayed the implementation of ETIAS to end of 2026, so no visa or registration is required to visit Portugal.
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What should I be sure to pack?
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A power converter (plug type C & type F both should work (the European plug) and Portugal uses 230V supply voltage and 50Hz), and comfy walking shoes for navigating the Lisbon hills and cobblestone streets!