Capital city, Portugal
Internet in Lisbon: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Lisbon?
Median fixed broadband in Portugal is 252 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Fast free wifi in most cafés and coworking spaces; pick cafés with outlets if staying past lunch.
Getting online in Lisbon
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from MEO, NOS and Vodafone is standard; 500 Mbps–1 Gbps for about €30–45 a month, but contracts often last 24 months. |
| Cafés and coworking | Fast free wifi in most cafés and coworking spaces; pick cafés with outlets if staying past lunch. |
| Tourist SIM | MEO, NOS and Vodafone sell tourist SIMs at Lisbon and Porto airports and shops for about €15–30; DIGI is cheaper. Passport usually asked. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | MEO, NOS, Vodafone, DIGI |
| Monthly data plan | €15–25 ($17–28) |
Coworking spaces in Lisbon
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Second Home Lisboa | Mercado da Ribeira, Cais do Sodré | — |
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Lisbon?
Median fixed broadband in Portugal is 252 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Fast free wifi in most cafés and coworking spaces; pick cafés with outlets if staying past lunch.
Which SIM card should I get in Lisbon?
MEO, NOS and Vodafone sell tourist SIMs at Lisbon and Porto airports and shops for about €15–30; DIGI is cheaper. Passport usually asked.
Can I use an eSIM in Portugal?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Lisbon?
Yes: Second Home Lisboa.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Portugal
- MEO
- NOS
- Vodafone
- DIGI
- Metropolitano de Lisboa
- Carris
- Lisbon Airport (ANA)
- CP Comboios de Portugal
- Visit Lisboa
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.