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Madrid 🇪🇸
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Porto 🇵🇹
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| Population | 6,578,0179 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | Spanish | Portuguese |
| Level of English | Moderate | Very High |
| Main airport | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | March - May, September - November | May - September |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) |
| Credit cards | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $2703 | $1903 |
| Rent | $1271 | $776 |
| Groceries | $190 | $160 |
| Dining out | $339 | $303 |
| Cafe | $55 | $49 |
| Coworking space | $212 | $104 |
| Mobile internet | $11 | $23 |
| Public transportation | $85 | $103 |
| Taxis | $47 | $27 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $53 | $11 |
| Sport and cultural events | $59 | $49 |
| Museums and sights | $21 | $26 |
| Nightlife | $89 | $71 |
| Gym | $47 | $61 |
| Yoga | $154 | $89 |
| Massage | $69 | $52 |
| SIM card options | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
| Local food specialities | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
| Eat like a local | Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |