New Soko App to Enhance Lisbon Exploration for Travelers

A new local discovery application, Soko, has launched in Lisbon, Portugal. The app is designed to help users find websites, events, and experiences, leveraging a combination of artificial intelligence and human input. Founded by Portuguese entrepreneurs João Albino and João Graça, Soko aims to promote Lisbon’s various events and communities. The app offers multi-channel access, including WhatsApp for rapid event inquiries, and allows for user-generated submissions of events and locations.

As of June, Soko has cataloged over 1,000 events in Lisbon, ranging from festivals to exhibitions. The platform is built with future global expansion in mind, designed to adapt its model to other cities if its initial launch in Lisbon proves successful. According to portugalresident.com, the app could serve as a valuable companion for travelers seeking to discover events, venues, and activities in Lisbon via chat or WhatsApp.

Travelers to Lisbon can utilize Soko’s features for real-time information. The app's ability to chat with Soko for city information provides a dynamic way to access details on local happenings. Its emphasis on user-generated content ensures a diverse and up-to-date listing of events and places. portugalresident.com notes that Soko’s functionality to surface the best websites, events, and experiences makes it potentially useful for those planning their itineraries in Lisbon.