Lisbon
Portugal76/100

Erasmus in Lisbon

Capital on the Tagus. Fado, great food and nightlife in Bairro Alto and Alfama.

Lisbon at a glance

How this city scores across what matters most for an Erasmus year.

  • Weather
    95
  • Nightlife
    90
  • Connections
    90
  • Food
    90
  • Safety
    85
  • Vibe
    80
  • Academics
    70
  • Nature
    70
  • Affordability
    65
  • Housing
    20

Cost of living in Lisbon

€1077

Room / month

€3

Beer

€40

Monthly transport

A room in Lisbon costs about €1077 a month: 21% above the average of the 57 MyErasmus cities (€890). It is the 11th most expensive of 57.

Universities in Lisbon

  • Iscte - Instituto Universitário de Lisboa
  • Universidade de Lisboa (ULisboa)
  • Universidade NOVA de Lisboa (NOVA)

Join the Lisbon WhatsApp groups

1 active group for students arriving this year

Get ready for your Erasmus in Lisbon

(Early access)

The MyErasmus app is coming to Lisbon

  • Plans: parties, trips and what’s on in Lisbon this week
  • Spark: an AI assistant for your Erasmus questions, any time
  • Rooms in Lisbon: from students and verified businesses, filter by price
  • Community: ask people already in Lisbon, or the Europe-wide forum

Free. We only email you about the launch.

More about Lisbon

Frequently asked questions

Is Lisbon a good city for Erasmus?▾
Lisbon scores especially well on Weather, Nightlife, Connections, with an overall score of 76/100. It's a highly rated Erasmus destination among international students.
How expensive is Erasmus in Lisbon?▾
Cost of living in Lisbon varies by neighbourhood — see the reference prices for a room, a beer and monthly transport below.
How do I meet other Erasmus students in Lisbon?▾
The fastest way is to join the 1 Lisbon Erasmus WhatsApp groups — meet people before you arrive and stay on top of plans, flats and events.

Scores are indicative, based on aggregated student feedback and public data. Always double-check current prices and details.