can anyone offer opinions on Lisbon vs. Valencia???

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nyyfan30 Active member

Member since 25 April 2017

nyyfan30Active member07 November 2017 09:53:41

Hi everyone,

My wife and I plan to move to Europe via the Golden Visa program and have narrowed it down to Lisbon and Valencia.聽聽We really like both cities, but are definitely leaning toward Lisbon.聽聽 We really love the green space of Valencia though because we have multiple dogs.聽

I have 2 questions:

1.聽 Does anyone know BOTH cities that can offer a comparison opinion for me?聽 They have similar weather, cost of living, quality food, size, etc.聽聽But I would love to hear from someone that really knows both cities reasonably well.

2.聽 Any suggestions on best areas to live to be near green space for dogs?聽 Lisbon has limited green space close to/in the city center, so I realize I will have to go outside the center a little, but I want to stay as close as possible, in a "higher end" area with lots of restaurants/cafes/shops.

Many thanks for any help/advice anyone can offer.

Thanks,

Jeff

danzar1972 Member

Member since 28 May 2012

danzar1972Member20 November 2021 15:54:49

Replying to your questions:

1. Weather is not similar in both cities. Lisbon is colder and rainier than Valencia. In summer, Valencia could be hot, so if you finally decide to go to Valencia I suggest to find something close to the see. In terms of real state, prices in Lisbon are more expensive than Valencia. Check in website to compare prices.

2. Close to Lisbon downtown you have you Monsanto Park. You need you car to get there but it is quite convenient to go with your dogs. An Area that you should investigate is Belem, which is not close to the center but close enough and have good green areas.
Regarding gastronomy and bars and restaurants, I think that in Valencia you can enjoy more than in Lisbon. Although the prices are about 25% higher than in Lisbon.

nz7521137 ViP

Member since 03 July 2021

nz7521137ViP20 November 2021 16:13:39

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An addition to the above:

If you like hilly uneven terrain then Lisbon is for you. If you prefer flat terrain then Valencia is better.

Danzar1972 is correct in both of his points. Lisbon has Atlantic Climate, while Valencia is Mediterranian. Renting or buying in Lisbon is much more expensive than in Valencia. I receommend having a lokk at Numbeo.com

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