Exploring the Portugese capital of Lisbon starts with tourists arriving at the modern Lisbon Airport. The airport, specifically called the Lisbon Portela Airport, is situated seven kilometers from the city center. The Lisbon Airport is considered one of the largest in Southern Europe.

This state-owned airport has reported to have served more than 13 million passengers in 2007. The airport begun operations in 1942 and, since then, have expanded its facilities with the opening of a new terminal to handle the huge number of passengers and cargo being serviced. Apart from that, the airport also has tons of services available.

Facilities at the airport include customer lounges, restaurants, and shops. Tourists can also easily get a car rental at Lisbon Airport to get to the heart of Lisbon. The city can be reached through major highways connecting the airport and the city center. After arriving at Lisbon, tourists will be greeted by a beautiful scenery with its breathtaking architecture.

A cheap car hire at Lisbon Airport will allow one to explore the sights and sounds of Lisbon. The city is rich in various architecture types, from Baroque to Romanesque and to Post-Modern. The city is also the home of the Lisbon Opera House, which sees regular cultural performances from various local acts.

The Christ the King monument is also easily accessible with a car hire at Lisbon Airport. The monument is situated overlooking the river and the entire city has been set as the entire backdrop. In June, the streets of Lisbon become alive with street festivals.