Lisbon is the capital of Portugal. Known for thrilling nightlife, in the last few years it has become recognized as Europe's gambling centre, due to its two huge casinos.
Like Istanbul, Rome and Seattle, Lisbon is built on seven hills.
The sparkling new Lisboa Ask Me Centre will help you find accommodation and is happy to dispense advice, maps and brochures. Smaller Ask Me Lisboa kiosks are dotted about the Rossio district and airport and their multilingual staff also have maps and brochures.
The Lisboa Welcome Card, which can be purchased from tourist information outlets, offers free use of all public transport in the city and free or reduced price tickets to many museums, galleries and tourist attractions. They can be purchased in 24 hour (adult / child: €13.50 / €6.00), 48 hour (€23.00 / €9.50) and 72 hour (€28.00 / €11.50) denominations. They are not very good value unless you plan to visit a lot of museums.
If you are in the center, finding a sleeping place should not be a big problem. There are many small, unlisted hostels that will offer you enough comfort, and offer a fair price. Expect to pay between €45 and €60 for a double room.
There is a tourist service center in the airport, where the nice ladies will book a room for you.