Tram 28 Ride

Experience Lisbon's iconic yellow tram winding through historic neighborhoods, narrow streets, and steep hills.

Tram 28 is more than just public transport—it's a moving tour through Lisbon's most charming districts. The vintage tram rattles past azulejo-covered buildings, through Alfama and Graça, past São Jorge Castle, and down to Estrela, offering an unforgettable glimpse of the city's soul.

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Essential details

Quick facts

Ticket price: €3 for a single ride, or use a rechargeable Viva Viagem card (€1.50 per trip).
Route time: Full loop takes about 40–50 minutes (though you can hop on/off).
Recommended visit: 1–2 hours including stops to explore neighborhoods.

Getting there

Main stops: Martim Moniz (start), Graça, Alfama, Baixa, Estrela, Campo de Ourique.
Best boarding point: Martim Moniz or Campo de Ourique for a better chance of seats.
Operating hours: Runs daily from about 6am to 9pm; check current schedules.

Accessibility & comfort

Access: Not wheelchair accessible; high step up into vintage trams.
Crowds: Very crowded 10am–5pm; early morning or late evening is quieter.
Safety: Watch for pickpockets in crowded trams; keep valuables secure.

                        How to ride Tram 28
                        
                                Early morning: Board at Martim
                                Moniz at 8am for a seat and peaceful ride
                                through waking neighborhoods.
                            
                                Midday: Hop off at Alfama or
                                Graça to explore, have lunch, then catch the
                                tram onward to Estrela.
                            
                                Afternoon: Finish at Campo de
                                Ourique for local cafés and shops, or ride back
                                for a second perspective.

Before you go

Buy a Viva Viagem card from metro stations to save money and skip the onboard queue.
Go early (before 9am) or late (after 6pm) to avoid standing-room-only crowds.
Sit on the right side heading toward Alfama for the best views; left side toward Estrela.