Discount holiday car hire in Lisbon, The Algarve, Portugal.

Hiring a car in Portugal gives you the freedom to explore this fascinating land. Lisbon is a lively international city and boasts a proud and ancient history. It has witnessed the departures of the most famous ships and navigators, sailing on voyages of discovery to the furthest corners of the world. The famous 'Monument to the Discoveries' is one of Lisbon's strongest images, a tribute to Lisbon's historical link and it's seafaring past.

What to see: Lisbon today is lively and vibrant, with a hoard of street side cafes, restaurants and modern shops. The medieval Alfama district is filled with endless narrow cobbled streets and is a good starting point for exploration. The Catelo de Sao Jorge (St. George's Castle) is an excellent starting point to survey Lisbon, with its splendid panoramic views over the city. Walk down from here amongst the twisting alleys and tilting houses then take the inexpensive funicular up to the bohemian Bairro Alto district, home of the famed 'fado houses'. Take a ride on an Edwardian tram through Lisbon's glorious past. Tram 28 takes you between the Alfama and Estrela Basilica. Stroll amongst the flowery parks or tree-lined streets like Avenida da Liberdade - the Chams Elysees of Portugal. Travel to the waterside to visit the Tower of Belem and on to the elegant Estoril, home to exiled Royalty and the fishing village of Cascais. There are several good museums including the Gulbenkian and the Museum of Azulejos showing the history of Portugal's hand painted tiles.

Shopping: For shopping try the Amoreiras shopping centre or Baixa. Good buys are leatherwork, hand painted tiles, ceramics and jewellery.

Car Hire: Book your car with Carhire1 and have the vehicle of your choice waiting for you at Lisbon (LIS) or Faro (FAR) airports (The Algarve) or arrange to collect it from a downtown or central resort location. Book online to choose from many low cost guaranteed fully inclusive rental rates.

Nightlife: The Bairro Alto (high quarter) and Alfama are littered with inexpensive family run cafes bars and restaurants.

Portugal Motoring Facts - It is strongly recommended to carry a warning triangle. It is compulsory for front and rear seat occupants to wear seat belts if fitted.

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Portugal - warm by nature. The natural advantages of a sunny country with diverse geographical features have turned Portugal into a chosen destination for many European holidaymakers – an ideal place to practise water sports and play great golf. Hiring a car from Carhire1 is a great way to explore this exciting country. The Portuguese are friendly and easy-going with authentic treasures to show off in their cathedrals, palaces and museums.

General Facts: Currency: Euro. Electricity: 220 volts. Driving: Traffic drives on the right. Language: Portuguese. International Dialling code from the UK: 00 351. Mobile phones: All major networks.

Climate: The north-west has hot summers and mild winters with heavy rainfall; the north-east long winters and hot summers; the south warm summers, with rain in early spring and autumn. Both Madeira and the Azores are subtropical.

Major Events: Filmoda fashion trade show (Lisbon) (January). Ceramex home interior exhibition (February). Lisbon & Oporto festival (March). Ralleye de Portugal (Mid March). Maderia Open Golf (March). Portuguese Open (Algarve) (April). Estril Tennis Open (April). Almada Theatre Festival (July).

Top Attractions: Belem Tower, Cathedral (Lisbon). Monument of the Maritime Discoveries (Lisbon). St. George's Castle (Lisbon). Wine lodges and Clerigos (Oporto). St. Francisco Church (Oporto). The Algarve Coast beach resorts.

Car Hire: You can choose from a wide range of car hire deals in Lisbon. From superminis to people carriers. In Lisbon you can hire a convertible or a sporty 4x4 to explore the countryside around Lisbon. No matter what kind of car you choose in Portigal, because all of our deals are offered in conjunction with Opodo you can be assured you are getting the best service and the price around!

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