Can you get on and off Tram 28 Lisbon?

You can get on and off wherever the stops are. This was a fun memory from our time in Lisbon. The #28 is a vintage 1930s Remodelado tram and rattles and winds its way through the narrow streets of Lisbon up through the Alfama area.



Yes, you can get on and off the iconic Tram 28 in Lisbon, but the "best" way to do it depends on your ticket type. If you pay the driver directly in cash (the most expensive option), your ticket is for a single journey only; if you get off, you must pay again to re-board. To use the tram as a "hop-on-hop-off" service, you should purchase a 24-hour Carris transit pass or use a "zapping" balance on a Viva Viagem card, which allows for unlimited transfers. However, be warned that in 2026, Tram 28 is frequently at 100% capacity. If you get off at a popular stop like the Sé Cathedral or the Portas do Sol viewpoint, you may find it nearly impossible to get back on a subsequent tram, as they often pass by mid-route stops without opening their doors if they are already full. For this reason, many travelers treat it as a continuous "sightseeing loop," boarding at the Martim Moniz terminus and staying on until the end of the line at Campo de Ourique to ensure they actually get to experience the full, bumpy journey.

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You can get on and off wherever the stops are. This was a fun memory from our time in Lisbon. The #28 is a vintage 1930s Remodelado tram and rattles and winds its way through the narrow streets of Lisbon up through the Alfama area.

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One of the best ways to explore the old town of Lisbon. At the same time, an incredible experience to curve with the century-old streetcars through the narrowest streets. Saturday and Sunday not recommended, as always extremely crowded with tourists. Be sure to take both routes.

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It costs 3 euro in cash to the driver to ride Tram 28 in Lisbon, or less if you pay with the rechargeable Viva Viagem pay as you go card. Or it can be free, with the purchase of the Lisboa card or the 24-hour Lisbon ticket.

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The best side to get on Tram 28 Go left! If you are boarding Tram 28 from Martim Montez, we recommend you grab one of the seats on the left hand side so you can enjoy the ocean views along the Tram 28 route as you ride through Alfama and also see the sea/cathedral from the bottom of the hill as you arc left.

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The Remodelado trams are the quaint yellow trams that rattle and screech through the narrow streets of Lisbon. The most scenic route is the E28, which passes through much of the historic centre, and is often a highlight of the city.

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Drinking tap water in Portugal is considered safe in all regions and the water meets all EU standards. Lisbon tap water is of a medium hardness, rich in minerals and has chlorine added during treatment. It can have a strong taste, so most Lisbon residents drink bottled water and use tap water for most everything else.

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The famous tram street in Lisbon is the iconic Rua da Bica. Located in the city center of Baixa, this charming cobblestone street is one of the most beautiful sights that Lisbon has to offer. It's known for its old funicular tram which climbs the steep road from the Baixa to Bairro Alto.

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Portas do Sol ? A very popular and scenic plaza in Alfama, which has a wonderful view over the district and Tejo Estuary. This is also the location of the Museu de Artes Decorativas and is the closest stop for the castle.

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Buying Tickets On most routes, you simply hand your money to the driver as you board, while the larger, more modern articulated trams on the #15 route have ticket machines inside.

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You can buy your ticket from the tram driver (cash) or from ticket machine. If you plan on using the tram a lot or other transportation (bus, metro, train, funicular, Santa Justa Elevator) it cost 6,50 for the first day, and 6,00 Euro for every day after that. The 24 hour pass is rechargeable.

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Tram 28 runs about every 10 mins and it costs ?2.90 pp one way but is free with a Lisboa Travel Card which we highly recommend you purchase. The Lisboa Travel Card also allows free travel on the Bus and Metro networks plus all the Elevators/Funiculars dotted around the city.

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It costs 3 euro in cash to the driver to ride Tram 28 in Lisbon, or less if you pay with the rechargeable Viva Viagem pay as you go card. Or it can be free, with the purchase of the Lisboa card or the 24-hour Lisbon ticket.

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For tourists, these auto rickshaws are a fun alternative to a taxi. However, they can be expensive for short journeys, as most have a minimum charge (usually 10 euros). Drivers are usually young and English-speaking, and trained to provide tourist information.

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The capital of Portugal has three funiculars, all of which were designed by the Portuguese engineer Raoul Mesnier de Ponsard. He is also responsible for the design of the Santa Justa Lift. The three lifts are called: Elevador do Lavra, Elevador da Glória, and Elevador da Bica.

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