Talk Like a Local Tourist: Easy Portuguese Words for Getting Around
Whether you’re walking around Lisbon or planning a pretend trip at home, travel-themed Portuguese phrases help children feel capable and adventurous. Learning simple directions, questions, and responses allows kids to navigate, ask for help, and feel part of the local world.
Key Portuguese Phrases for Getting Around
- Onde fica…? – Where is…?
- Está longe? – Is it far?
- Quero ir para… – I want to go to…
- A pé / De carro / De autocarro – On foot / By car / By bus
- Vira à esquerda / direita. – Turn left / right.
- Siga em frente. – Go straight ahead.
- Há uma paragem aqui perto? – Is there a stop nearby?
- Chegámos! – We arrived!
- Pode ajudar-me? – Can you help me?
- Não entendi. – I didn’t understand.
Travel-Inspired Portuguese Learning Activities
Map Game
Draw a simple town map and use Portuguese directions to move toys around: “Vira à direita! Agora segue em frente!”
Pretend Trip Planning
Create a travel day: “First, vamos ao museu. Depois, vamos à praia.” Practice sequencing and vocabulary.
Transport Charades
Act out how you travel and say the word in Portuguese: “A pé” (walk), “de bicicleta” (bike), “de comboio” (train).
Landmark Hunt
Use photos or drawings of Lisbon landmarks and match them to location phrases: “Onde fica a Torre de Belém?”
How Dinolingo Supports Real-Life Language Use
Dinolingo includes vocabulary for travel, places, and directions. Animated stories and games help kids hear phrases in use while practicing pronunciation and recall.
Extend Dinolingo activities with maps, photos, or real-world outings to make learning interactive and memorable.
Final Thoughts
With travel phrases and playful practice, kids can feel ready to explore the world in Portuguese. Whether they’re real tourists or just pretending, tools like Dinolingo give them the words to enjoy the journey.
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