Porto ๐ต๐น
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Valencia ๐ช๐ธ
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Population | 237,559 | 834,000 |
Official language(s) | Portuguese | Spanish, Valencian |
Level of English | Very High | Moderate |
Main airport | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Valencia Manises Airport (VLC) |
Most common months to visit | May - September | March - June, September, October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
Credit cards | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $1759 | $1976 |
Rent | $717 | $869 |
Groceries | $148 | $146 |
Dining out | $280 | $292 |
Cafe | $45 | $42 |
Coworking space | $96 | $152 |
Mobile internet | $21 | $16 |
Public transportation | $95 | $38 |
Taxis | $25 | $42 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $10 | $30 |
Sport and cultural events | $45 | $73 |
Museums and sights | $24 | $44 |
Nightlife | $66 | $66 |
Gym | $56 | $34 |
Yoga | $82 | $87 |
Massage | $48 | $45 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, Orange |
Tipping | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Round up for good service at restaurants, not common at bars |
Taxi apps | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Cabify, FreeNow |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable |
Overall cuisine | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Mediterranean style using vegetables, seafoods and meats |
Local food specialities | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Paella, fideuร , esgarrat, orxata, bunyols |
Eat like a local | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Tapas bars, markets, menu del dia (cheap set lunches) |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 46 options on Happy Cow | 98 listings on Happy Cow |