Town in Lisbon, Portugal
Ericeira
Whitewashed surf village on a World Surfing Reserve, an hour from Lisbon, with a growing remote-work scene. Great for waves, seafood and calm; limited nightlife, rain in winter and little public transport at night.
At a glance
- Safety5/5Very safeDetails
- Monthly budget$2,360–3,490Comfortable, one person · €2,100–3,100Details
- Value for money37/100Better value than 36% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Aug, 24°CDetails
- Internet252 MbpsFixed broadband, Portugal medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableTap water is safe, good quality; ask for água da torneira in restaurants.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: spoken almost everywhereDetails
- Doctor's visit$56–101Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundBoltWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards accepted at most places; surf shacks, small bakeries and market stalls sometimes need cash.Details
Where to stay in Ericeira
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Town centre | Cafés, surf shops and restaurants on foot |
| Ribeira d'Ilhas | Beginner-friendly surf beach and surf camps, short drive or walk |
| Santo Isidoro–Sobreiro | Quieter countryside villages for long stays; car helpful |
Apps that work in Ericeira
Ride-hailing
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- CP: Train tickets and timetables
- Rede Expressos: Intercity bus tickets
- Taxis: Taxis are limited; arrange return rides from Lisbon in advance. Local taxi companies take phone bookings.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Portugal.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards accepted at most places; surf shacks, small bakeries and market stalls sometimes need cash.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Multibanco bank ATMs don't add fees; Euronet machines in tourist areas charge and push conversion, so decline it.
- Tipping: Not expected. Leave 5–10% for good restaurant service and round up taxi fares; cafés and bars need nothing.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay are widely accepted. MB WAY, which locals use, needs a Portuguese bank card.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Schengen rules: 90 days in any 180 across all Schengen countries; passport issued within 10 years, valid 3 months past departure.
- The EU Entry/Exit System has replaced passport stamps since April 2026: fingerprints and photo at your first entry. Allow extra time.
- ETIAS, the planned €20 online authorisation, isn't required yet (October 2026); check travel-europe.europa.eu for its start date.
Emergency numbers
Police 112 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
MEO, NOS and Vodafone sell tourist SIMs at Lisbon and Porto airports and shops for about €15–30; DIGI is cheaper. Passport usually asked. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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