8 Tramways in Lisbon District That You Shouldn't Miss

February 13, 2022 Terina Blouin

Discover the best top things to do in Lisbon District, Portugal including Carris monumento Nacional, Lisbon Tram & Funicular Network, Sintra Tram, Tram 28, Elevador da Bica, Telecabine Lisboa, Elevador do Lavra, Tram 12.
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1. Carris monumento Nacional

Lisbon 1200-109 Portugal
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Carris monumento Nacional

2. Lisbon Tram & Funicular Network

Lisbon Portugal +351 21 413 8679 [email protected] http://www.carris.pt/en/services/
Excellent
51%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,620 reviews

Lisbon Tram & Funicular Network

Reviewed By Mairwen1

We used the trams a couple of times, once to go to Belem and also to do the famous #28 route that winds its way through the narrow streets of Lisbon up through the Alfama area. The best thing we did was to buy the 24 hour pass for €6.40 (+€0.50 for the card). It worked very well for us because we bought the pass for our trip to Belem one day, then the next morning, because we were still within the 24 hour period, we used it for the #28 tram trip too. Couldn't have been easier. The pass can be used on the metro, buses, trams and the funiculars. We were surprised when we realised that it also includes the Santa Justa elevator. You could easily not realise this and the elevator on its own is €5. The only inconvenient thing about the pass is that you need to be buy it at a metro station and you can’t buy it at the trams.

3. Sintra Tram

Avenue Heliodoro Salgado, Sintra Portugal +351 21 923 8789 http://www.luso.u-net.com/sintra.htm#Sintra-Atl%E2ntico%20Tramway
Excellent
53%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 309 reviews

Sintra Tram

4. Tram 28

Lisbon Portugal
Excellent
41%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
7%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 24,349 reviews

Tram 28

Vintage trams take passengers on a scenic trip from the city center at sea level up through the narrow maze of streets towards St. George Castle.

Reviewed By A252MWpamc

I was told by many that I had to include a ride on Tram 28 in my travel experience while in Lisbon. I am very glad I did as it was a great way to see and experience the winding streets - however one word of caution -- be mindful of where you want to get off - as the stops are very difficult to discern which one is up next, etc and no one calls out what stop is coming up. I learned this the hard way as I thought I would just do a loop and get off where I got on since I began at the "beginning",, only to get to the "end of the line" and have no idea where I was. I had to wait for another Tram 28 and then was able to take the ride back in the other direction. So, do include it in your visit but be aware of how many stops you want to ride it for and pay attention to any signage in the front of the tram that indicates where it goes. I rode standing in the back on my first ride which enabled me to capture video as we climbed the streets and on my second ride I got a window seat and took in the fresh air and sights out the window...although I wouldn't recommend you hang your arms out as some of the streets are very narrow.

5. Elevador da Bica

Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo, Lisbon 1200-054 Portugal http://www.carris.pt/en/ascensor-da-bica/
Excellent
39%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 854 reviews

Elevador da Bica

Reviewed By sidbaker1 - Sydney, Australia

This old tram ride took me back 20 years when living in Lisbon and a mate was living in Chiado. And one is happy to say that this tram didn't disappoint 20 years down the track so to speak. It's worth the 3.70 Euro fare just to be on something this unique. Well worth the visit, and if passing by well worth the ride to save your legs from this hilly city that will test the fittest mountain climber.

6. Telecabine Lisboa

Passeio das Tagides 1990 280 Parque das Nações, Lisbon 1990-280 Portugal +351 915 229 259 http://www.telecabinelisboa.pt/
Excellent
31%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 995 reviews

Telecabine Lisboa

Reviewed By Chileice

This is a great way to spend a few minutes relaxing while taking in views of the Tagus River and of the Parque das Naçoes area of Lisbon. I would take new visitors to Lisbon here for sure.

7. Elevador do Lavra

Largo da Anunciada, Lisbon 1150-048 Portugal http://www.carris.pt/pt/ascensores-e-elevador/
Excellent
40%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
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4.0 based on 30 reviews

Elevador do Lavra

Reviewed By Howard-Liverpool - Liverpool, United Kingdom

A great 10 minute ride on something that is fairly rare. Just good fun and certainly gets you to the top of the hills even if you walk down halfway to photo them passing !! Great transport idea.

8. Tram 12

Lisbon Portugal https://lisbonlisboaportugal.com/lisbon-transport/lisbon-tram-route-12.html
Excellent
48%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
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4.0 based on 21 reviews

Tram 12

Reviewed By 305mikes305 - Cardiff, United Kingdom

On a day trip from the Algarve, I didn't have time to sample the full 28 tram experience, but the number 12 proved a great way of sampling the Lisbon tram experience in about 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic. It cost only 3Euros, although I had to stand for part of the journey, which was no great hardship. Indeed, standing at the back gave an opportunity for photos looking up or down the steep streets. In some ways, it was over far too quickly and I revisited some of the key spots along the route, such as the Cathedral and various miradors, on foot. Tiring but worth it.

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