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Lisbon eSIM

100 Portugal plans · from $2.23

Lisbon is built on hills the map does not warn you about, and the difference between the right street and the wrong one is a 60-metre climb. A travel eSIM keeps live navigation running from the moment you land, and covers the tram 28 route, Sintra day trips and the ferry across the Tagus.

Landing at Humberto Delgado (LIS)

The airport is unusually close to the centre — a 20-minute metro ride on the red line. With an eSIM live you can call a Bolt or Uber from arrivals, which is often cheaper than the taxi rank.

eSIM plans that cover Lisbon

Lisbon is covered by every Portugal plan below — there is no separate city-only eSIM to buy.

Choose a data plan

1 GB

7 days· 0.6 GB per $1

$2.23

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Unlimited

1 days· ∞ GB per $1

$2.63

2 GB

15 days· 0.7 GB per $1

$3.71

3 GB

30 days· 0.8 GB per $1

$4.65

Unlimited

3 days· ∞ GB per $1

$5.45

5 GB

30 days· 0.9 GB per $1

$6.38

Unlimited

5 days· ∞ GB per $1

$8.52

10 GB

30 days· 1.2 GB per $1

$10.03

Unlimited

7 days· ∞ GB per $1

$11.64

Unlimited

10 days· ∞ GB per $1

$16.25

20 GB

30 days· 1.4 GB per $1

$16.46

Unlimited

15 days· ∞ GB per $1

$24.06

Which networks you'll be on in Lisbon

Siima eSIMs for Portugal ride MEO and NOS. MEO has the widest 5G footprint nationally; NOS is equally strong across Lisbon and the Algarve.

Coverage around Lisbon

Metro and trams

The Lisbon metro has coverage across stations and tunnels. Tram 28 runs above ground through Alfama and Graça with consistent signal — worth having, since the route is confusing and the stops are unmarked.

Alfama, Baixa and Bairro Alto

Good 5G across the centre. Alfama's tight medieval lanes cause occasional brief drops between the tall buildings, but never for long.

Belém and the waterfront

Strong coverage along the entire Tagus waterfront, on the ferries to Cacilhas, and at the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower.

Sintra and Cascais

Both train lines hold signal the whole way. Sintra's hilltop palaces are covered, though the forested paths between Pena and the Moorish Castle dip briefly.

How much data you need

Lisbon is a maps-heavy city because of the terrain: 3–4 GB for a week is typical. Add data if you are working remotely — the city is a major digital-nomad base and cafés are not all reliable.

Work it out with our data usage calculator →

Frequently asked questions

Does a Portugal eSIM cover Madeira and the Azores?
Yes. Siima plans for Portugal are country-wide and include Madeira and the Azores, both of which have good coverage in their main towns and along the popular hiking routes.
Can I use the same eSIM in Lisbon and Porto or the Algarve?
Yes. One Portugal plan covers Lisbon, Porto, the Algarve, Sintra and the Douro valley — there is no need to buy separately per region.
How do I set up an eSIM before arriving in Lisbon?
Install it at home while you still have Wi-Fi: open Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM and scan the QR code from your Siima confirmation email. Leave the line switched off until you land — the plan starts counting from first use in Portugal, not from purchase.
How much data do I need for a trip to Lisbon?
Lisbon is a maps-heavy city because of the terrain: 3–4 GB for a week is typical. Add data if you are working remotely — the city is a major digital-nomad base and cafés are not all reliable.
Is an eSIM cheaper than roaming in Lisbon?
Almost always. Daily roaming passes from most home carriers run $10–15 per day, while Siima plans covering Lisbon start from $2.23 for the whole trip. You also avoid per-megabyte charges if you exceed a roaming pass allowance.
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