Portuguese · A2 (Elementary)
Travel in Portuguese: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Portuguese words for travel are o alojamento (the accommodation), o monumento (the monument / landmark) and a visita guiada (the guided tour). The full Portuguese travel phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Portuguese vocabulary for travel, with example sentences and English translations. This is A2 (Elementary) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Portuguese to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key travel vocabulary
| Portuguese | English |
|---|---|
| o alojamento | the accommodation |
| o monumento | the monument / landmark |
| a visita guiada | the guided tour |
| o guia | the guide |
| perder-se | to get lost |
| a moeda | the currency / coin |
| a excursão | the excursion / day trip |
| o seguro de viagem | travel insurance |
| a alfândega | customs |
| a estadia | the stay |
Example sentences
Procuro um alojamento barato.
I am looking for cheap accommodation.
A Torre de Belém é um monumento famoso.
The Tower of Belém is a famous monument.
Fazemos uma visita guiada ao castelo.
We are taking a guided tour of the castle.
Perdi-me nas ruas de Lisboa.
I got lost in the streets of Lisbon.
Contratei um seguro de viagem.
I took out travel insurance.
A minha estadia em Lisboa foi maravilhosa.
My stay in Lisbon was wonderful.
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