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What to do and see in Central Portugal, Portugal: The Best Tramways
1. Carris monumento Nacional
2. Lisbon Tram & Funicular Network
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,620 reviews
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
4. Nazare Funicular
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 552 reviews
Reviewed By kelseybeckett - Berkshire, United Kingdom
It's a short trip that take you from top to bottom Nazare cliff. It's totally worth the value (2.90 round trip) as it's more an urban service that a turistic one. But it's great to travel on it!
5. Tram 28
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 24,349 reviews
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.
6. Elevador da Bica
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 854 reviews
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.
7. Telecabine Lisboa
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 995 reviews
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.
8. Elevador do Lavra
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 30 reviews
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.
9. Tram 12
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
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.
