Lisbon Practical information

Health & safety

Dangers & annoyances

Lisbon has a low crime rate, but take care, as you would in any large city. Most crime against foreigners involves car break-ins, pickpocketing or bag-snatching. Use a money­belt and keep valuables hidden. Be especially mindful when in crowded trams and buses. If you do get challenged, it’s far better to hand stuff over than take a risk. Park cars in guarded or locked garages.

Late at night (especially on weekends), avoid walking alone through the Bairro Alto, Alfama and Cais do Sodré districts; take a taxi. Parks and gardens are best avoided after sunset.

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While you're there

Medical services

ICEP Turismo keeps a list of private doctors and dentists who speak English or other languages.

Clínica Medica Internacional (213 513 310; Ave Antonio Augusto de Aguiar 40) A quick, pricey, private clinic with English-speaking doctors.

Farmácia Estácio (213 211 390; Rossio 62) A central pharmacy.

Hospital Britânico (British Hospital, Hospital Inglês; 217 213 400, 217 276 353; Rua Saraiva de Carvalho 49) English-speaking staff and doctors.

Hospital de Santa Maria (217 805 000; Avenida Professor Egas Moniz)

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