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8 Portuguese Language Schools in Lisbon Ranking 2024

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Best Portuguese schools in Lisbon by category - student age group, value for money

TOP Rated by
Students 18-30 years
Portuguese Connection
Students 18-30 years
4.8

Rating: 4.8

(9)
TOP Rated by
Students 31-49 years
Portuguese Connection
Students 31-49 years
4.9

Rating: 4.9

(9)
TOP Rated by
Students 50+ years
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
Students 50+ years
5.0

Rating: 5

(2)
TOP Rated by
Students all ages
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
Students all ages
5.0

Rating: 5

(2)
TOP Rated by
Quality of teaching
Lusa Language School
Quality of teaching
4.9

Rating: 4.9

(12)
TOP Rated by
Leisure programme
Lusa Language School
Leisure programme
4.1

Rating: 4.1

(9)
TOP Rated by
Value for money
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5

(2)
TOP Rated by
Location of school
Portuguese Connection
Location of school
5.0

Rating: 5

(27)

Lisbon's language schools ranking

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Lisbon ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in Lisbon

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Lisbon
412 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Lisbon
Nightlife
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Interesing things to do
4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Geographic setting
4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Public transport
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Climate
4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Cleanliness
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Affordability
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Shopping
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Safety
4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

What our students said about Lisbon

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Lisbon is a light-filled inviting wonderful city with many fantastic perspectives. Tejo and the proximity to the Atlantic are simply enviable. The openness, friendliness and warmth of the Lisboetas - despite the vast numbers of tourists - is deeply impressive. Only the bawling groups of bachelor parties of all sexes are unbearable! Let's hope that Lisbon does not turn into a cheap party mile... This city and the Lisboetas do not deserve that!

Barbara
Germany
5.0

Rating: 5/5

A great city, with a very beautiful old town. Unfortunately, many others have already discovered this :-). It is very crowded. You can easily reach a lot on foot and everything else very cheaply by metro, bus, train or Uber. I really enjoyed living outside, close to the school, so I also got to know the "non" touristy Lisboa. I am still thrilled and it was definitely not the last time.

Alexander
Germany
4.0

Rating: 4/5

Lisbon has a special soul and it can be found in every corner through the countless "pastelaria" and "jardim" with kiosks and seating options....Simply beautiful and cosy. The city is a mass of contrasts and offers so much to discover! I am thrilled!

Chantal
Morocco
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Lisbon is a beautiful city. There are just a lot of streets that go uphill and that can be a bit tiring after a while. Especially when it's 36 degrees.

Ngangu Salvador
Germany
4.0

Rating: 4/5

Lisbon is an attractive and appealing place with a special flair. Here you can feel comfortable. The climate is still pleasant even in November.

Manfred
Germany
5.0

Rating: 5/5

The best city I have visited !!! Small capital, full of charm, lots of things to do in the city and in the surrounding area. Amazing experience.

Julia
France
5.0

Rating: 5/5

I know Lisbon from many previous visits, we have a flat nearby. That's why I'll skip this part of the evaluation.

Jürgen
Germany
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Amazing place! Would now live there if had the chance. Locals so friendly, trusting and helpful

Nadia
England UK
4.0

Rating: 4/5

Lots of fun, and interesting, but expensive (none of the museums and galleries are free).

Ailbhe
England UK
4.0

Rating: 4/5

it is a very exciting destination, there are so many things to do and see

Federica
Italy
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Lisbon is a great city and Rita organised for us to join a guided tour.

clive
England UK
5.0

Rating: 5/5

A fantastically beautiful city, with culture, history and great food.

Katinka
Hungary
5.0

Rating: 5/5

For me, who has traveled a lot, it is my favorite.

Montserrat
Spain
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Wonderful! Full of life. Café life is superb.

Joan
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Very cozy and comfortable to move around.

Maria Nuria
Spain

What school directors said about Lisbon

Alexandra Borges de Sousa

Lisbon is one of the world's great historical cities. With a mild climate it´s an ideal destination with a wide variety of landscapes and heritage. Lisbon is Western Europe's least expensive capital with one of the most vibrant nightlives in Europe.

Alexandra Borges de SousaDirector of CIAL Centro de Linguas, lives in Lisbon since 1969
Emir Basic

Lisbon has soul and heart, culture, party, history, nature and the sunniest days in Europe.

Emir BasicDirector of Worldpuzzle Portuguese School, lives in Lisbon since 2000

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Lisbon

CIAL Centro de Linguas

I would have liked to give a sixth star for the quality of the teaching. Both in the mornings (lessons from the book) and in the afternoons (consolidation, communication), the teachers were of the highest standard. The exchange with the other students (from Canada and France) was also very interesting.

15 January 2024
Course: Standard Course + Workshop - 1 week
Student age: 63 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 323 reviews
CIAL Centro de Linguas

Very personal atmosphere, competent teaching staff, challenging

27 November 2023
Course: Standard Course + Workshop - 2 weeks
Student age: 66 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 323 reviews
Português et Cetera

The group of people we met in class. Amazing.

20 November 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 54 years

3.0

Rating: 3

| 1 review
Lusa Language School

A very warm welcome, competent, dynamic and friendly teachers, comfortable premises (fresh water fountain, coffee machine, bright rooms, large tables).

31 October 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 66 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 14 reviews
Portuguese Connection

The school is in a very nice location. The size of the classes was very pleasant. You got a new teacher every week. They all had different characters, but they were all really nice and cool. At the beginning, it wasn't easy to listen to and speak Portuguese for 4 hours. But after a while, you got used to it.

13 September 2023
Course: Intensive Group Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 27 years

4.9

Rating: 4.9

| 29 reviews
Ngangu SalvadorPortuguese Connection
CIAL Centro de Linguas

The quality of the teachers and the friendliness of the staff.

3 July 2023
Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 51 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 323 reviews
Wend-Waoga ChristianeCIAL Centro de Linguas
Lusa Language School

Everyone is very friendly and helpful. The groups are small and intensive.

31 May 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 5 weeks
Student age: 59 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 14 reviews
CIAL Centro de Linguas

It was my first time. Our teacher Ana was very good. She set a good pace. But she always made sure that everyone could keep up with the pace and always dealt with each person individually until everyone was back on the same level. Top.

25 May 2023
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 58 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 323 reviews
Portuguese Connection

Very good teachers, good didactic structure in the lessons. Lots of opportunity to speak.
recommended

22 May 2023
Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 55 years

4.9

Rating: 4.9

| 29 reviews
Lusa Language School

The teacher (Barbora) was excellent! She explained great, there were good exercises, she let us discuss animatedly at times... Our group was great! I learned a lot and laughed a lot!!! It's a pity that I had to leave already.
Many thanks to the whole team!

17 May 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 60 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 14 reviews
Lusa Language School

The fact that you are taught by different teachers and are thus introduced to the language in a very 'diverse' way. The good atmosphere in the school.
The individual lessons in the afternoon advertised by the school are too much to cope with in addition to the 'full immersion' morning; the material can almost only be mastered by taking time out from the lessons to study privately, which is also confirmed by other participants.

3 May 2023
Course: Full Immersion Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 67 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 14 reviews
Lusa Language School

The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Very well organized.

14 February 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 72 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 14 reviews
Portuguese Connection

I have learned a lot in a two weeks period, I understand the people on the street and I can communicate in a basic way. I am happy with the result :)
I didn't realise that accommodation with a host family would cost. I would have liked to have been told beforehand. But everything worked out and everyone was very helpful :)

3 February 2023
Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 26 years

4.9

Rating: 4.9

| 29 reviews
CIAL Centro de Linguas

Small school with very qualified and dedicated teachers. I would like to go to Faro next year to continue my learning for 2 weeks.

3 October 2022
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 64 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 323 reviews
Portuguese Connection

Overall, I found all the staff to be very friendly, personable, open-minded, helpful and dynamic. The two teachers who taught me during the time were very well trained and had a very good general knowledge. They helped to break down barriers in speaking with their uncomplicated manner.
I think it would have been helpful for me to define my language level more precisely. The placement (via the internet) is too general, and there were students in the course who could already speak fluently....

19 September 2022
Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 67 years

4.9

Rating: 4.9

| 29 reviews
Portuguese Connection

We are very content, the teachers are really professional and the atmosphere was great.

15 August 2022
Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 58 years

4.9

Rating: 4.9

| 29 reviews
Portuguese Connection

I enjoyed everything. The groups were small. The material was good and spoke a lot - about everything. This is what I wanted the most. I might be back in February.

25 July 2022
Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 50 years

4.9

Rating: 4.9

| 29 reviews
Portuguese Connection

Amazing teachers! Super open environment with dedicated students. Lots of fun and really got to know Lisbon.

18 July 2022
Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 20 years

4.9

Rating: 4.9

| 29 reviews

Information about Lisbon

Why Lisbon? Lisbon, the capital of Portugal and also called the city of the seven hills, can be seen as the white city, mother of sailors and explorers of seas, equally seven in number. Seen from the river Tagus- one of the city's many great viewpoints - Lisbon is an impressionist picture of low-rise ochre and pastel, punctuated by church towers and domes. Lisbon has an Atlantic climate, with Mediterranean influences. Due to these characteristics, Lisbon has lots of sunny days even during the winter.
What we like about Lisbon
  • Reasonably priced for a European capital city.
  • Excellent choice of sandy and clean beaches close by.
  • Great number of bars and restaurants to try the local cuisine.
  • Interesting culture and history to learn about.
What we dislike about Lisbon
  • Petty crime is ripe in popular tourist areas.
  • Slow and unreliable public transport.
Population:   518,000
Time zone: -8h. (GMT +0)
Region: Lisbon, Lisbon
Currency: EUR (1 EUR = 1.4584 SGD)
Name of city in Portuguese: Lisboa
Visa: Nationals from Singapore do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Portugal in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Portugal on the official website - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Portugal.
High season: August
Low season: December
Average course price per week: 342 €
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in Singapore
  • Price index excluding rent: 60* (40% cheaper than Singapore)
  • Price index including rent: 55* (45% cheaper than Singapore)
  • Price index food only:56* (44% cheaper than Singapore)
  • Big Mac price (Portugal average): 4.37 €
    (13% more expensive than in Singapore)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type C
  • Plug Type F
  • Residential voltage: 230 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz
Climate Table
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Hours of Sunshine
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Best time to take a language course in Lisbon
March
Chocolate Festival
Chocolate Festival

01 March 2024 - 17 March 2024International Chocolate Festival in the medieval town of Óbidos, just 30 minutes outside of Lisbon. Highly recommended.

Lisbon Half Marathon
Lisbon Half Marathon

17 March 2024The starting point of the Lisbon Half Marathon is the 25th of April Suspension Bridge over Lisbon's Tagus river. Amazing views and a chance to run this route normally reserved to cars. The half marathon is just over 21 kms long.

June
Lisbon Triathlon
Lisbon Triathlon

06 June 2024The event has several categories including the Ironman Triathlon with a maximum of 1500 participants from around the world and a children's race for 500 participants.

Festivals of the Saints
Festivals of the Saints

11 June 2024 - 13 June 2024In the month of June, Lisbon celebrates the feast days of the popular saints. For three weeks, the city is alive with street parties and festivities. There are stalls selling grilled sardines in the streets, bandstands, paper flowers, parades and countless other activities.

Rock in Rio Lisboa
Rock in Rio Lisboa

15 June 2024 - 23 June 2024Rock in Rio, one of the biggest music festivals in the world, is held in Lisbon every other year and brings with it the greatest rock bands and musicians for five days of fantastic concerts.

July
Music Festival “Nos Alive”
Music Festival “Nos Alive”

11 July 2024 - 13 July 2024Amazing music and arts festival in Oeiras, a municipality of the Lisbon Metropolitan Area. Three days and several stages with some of the best artists in modern music today.

Fado Museum
Fado Museum
Jeronimos Monastery
Jeronimos Monastery
Campo Pequeno Bullring
Campo Pequeno Bullring
Sao Jorge Castle
Sao Jorge Castle
Alfama Quarter
Alfama Quarter
Sao Pedro de Alcantara Viewpoint
Sao Pedro de Alcantara Viewpoint
Tram 28
Tram 28
Baixa
Baixa
Bairro Alto
Bairro Alto
Alfama
Alfama
Lisbon
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Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 7 km. from Lisbon city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 5 minutes, 20 minutes.

Main stops: Aeroporto, Moscavide, Olivais, Bela Vista, Alameda, Saldanha + Saldanha, Picoas, Marques de Pombal, Rato

Every 15 minutes, 25 minutes.

Main stops: Lisbon Airport, Pote de Agua, Hosp.Julio Matos, Campo Grande, Entrecampos, Campo Pequeno, Saldanha, Marques de Pombal, Rua Joaquim Antonio de Aguiar

Taxi: 6 minutes drive to city center of Lisbon

Q&A - Questions and answers about Lisbon

  • Yes absolutely, it is possible to start your course at the beginning of June. Subject to availability.
    Melanie Besnard, LanguageCourse.Net - May 12, 2023
  • Lessons at the schools in Lisbon are taught in Portuguese from the very beginning. They are designed to be intuitive, so that you can get to grips with the language right from the start. In extreme emergencies, individual things are explained in English.
    Lisa Saskia Schiwy, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 17, 2023
  • In Lisbon you can study and live in your teacher's home with the Study & Live organisation. This is one of the best possible options for learning a language quickly. You stay with the teacher and his/her family, allowing you to practice the language throughout the day. Even when you eat, as all meals are included. You can choose the number of lessons per week, and all lessons are private lessons with your teacher. So you can fully focus on your interests and make yourself even more powerful in mastering the language.

    If this is not an option for you, perhaps we can look at schools in Lisbon with a higher average age in general Portuguese courses:
    CIAL Centro de Linguas, for example, has an average age of 25 during the summer months and 35 during the rest of the year.
    Portuguese Connection, for example, has an average age of 26 during the summer months and 30 during the rest of the year.
    What you can also do is a mixed group course in the morning and some private lessons in the afternoon that you can really focus there on what you need.
    Let us know if we can help you decide!
    Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 02, 2023

FAQ about schools in Lisbon

  • Only Home Language International offers the junior summer camp in Lisbon, and it's a one-to-one instruction while living in a teacher's home
    Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 13, 2023
  • All of our teachers are native English speakers and it is possible to arrange individual lessons for an 8-years old student.
    Just let us know what your requested dates are and we will be happy to send you a personalized quote.
    Teresa Margarida, Registrar from CIAL Centro de Linguas - May 31, 2022

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