How much is the Viva Viagem card in Lisbon?

Viva Viagem: A card costs only €0.50. For the types of tickets it can hold and fares, see our page on Viva Viagem Card. Lisboa Card: A card costs from €21 for one day to €44 for three days. It includes 26 free museums, namely Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, and free public transport.



The Viva Viagem card (now often referred to as the "Navegante" card in some contexts) remains the essential tool for using Lisbon’s public transport in 2026. The physical green magnetic card itself costs €0.50. You can purchase it at any Metro station, ferry terminal, or suburban train station from the automated "Venda" machines. Once you have the card, you must "top it up" with credit using one of three systems: Single Tickets (approx. €1.80 for Metro/Bus), a 24-hour Pass (ranging from €6.80 to €10.80 depending on whether you include suburban trains/ferries), or the "Zapping" system. Zapping is the most popular choice for tourists; you load a cash balance (e.g., €5, €10) onto the card, and each journey is deducted at a discounted rate of approximately €1.61. The card is valid for one year from the date of purchase and is strictly for individual use; you cannot "tap" the same card twice for two people. In 2026, many locals have moved to the "Navegante" mobile app, but for short-term visitors, the €0.50 physical card remains the most straightforward and reliable way to navigate the city's trams and funiculars.

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The Lisboa Card is ideal for Lisbon visitors looking to get the most out of their Portuguese romp. Lisboa Card holders can take advantage of: Free unlimited travel by public transport (bus, tram, metro, elevators and funiculars) Free travel on CP train lines to Sintra and Cascais (popular daytrip destinations)

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Keep in mind that you need to swipe the Viva Viagem card in the turnstiles as you enter AND exit the Lisbon Metro. The Viva Viagem card is also used for the train to Sintra; add an extra ?3-?5 per person to cover the train expense to Sintra.

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Can I get a Viva Viagem and a Lisboa Card at the airport? Yes, you can buy both cards at Lisbon Airport. You can buy a Viva Viagem card at the airport's metro station. You can buy a Lisboa Card at the Tourist Office desk (Ask Me Lisboa) at Lisbon Airport.

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Travel for free and enjoy free access to Lisbon's best museums and attractions with the Lisboa Card. The card includes free admission to the Torre de Belem, Jeronimos Monastery and the Santa Justa Elevator among others. The Lisboa Card also includes free transport by metro to and from the airport.

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A reusable Viva Viagem card is valid for a year and costs just €0.50, plus the price of your pass or ticket. Available from any Lisbon urban train ticket offices or ticket vending machines. Keep your receipt as proof of purchase as long as the ticket or pass is still valid.

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Sintra is part of the Lisboa Card coverage network. However, the card does not allow you to access the monuments. It is also possible to go to Cascais by taking the train from Cais do Sodré in the city center.

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Comboios De Portugal operates a train from Lisboa - Sete Rios to Sintra every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €1 - €3 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lisbon to Sintra once daily. Tickets cost €6 - €9 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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Where to purchase the Lisboa Card? You can buy the Lisboa Card at the Lisbon Airport, in the Praça do Comércio and Restauradores Square. However, to avoid the long lines which form to get the card, we recommend that you buy yours in advance by clicking here.

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Viva viagem is also valid for Train ride to and from Sintra: It's NOT valid for Sintra public transports. For that you need to pay your trip at the bus driver or buy the ticket at the ticket office in the station.

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Yes. Is Lisboa Card fast track? With Lisboa Card you can avoid the long queues at the ticket office of each attraction, which is very convenient especially when visiting Mosteiro dos Jerónimos.

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You can visit Sintra without a tour and that's how many people will do it. But going from Lisbon to Sintra for the day does involve quite a few logistics, including the train to get there, the bus to get around, tickets at each sight – not to mention dealing with the crowds!

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Can you use the Lisbon Card to access all areas of Pena Palace and Park? No, but you can use a Lisbon Card and Pena Palace combo ticket to get access to all the attractions inside the Pena Palace including the park and Chalet of the Countess of Edla.

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You can pay using the Viva Viagem card, which is super handy for all public transportation in Lisbon, or you can buy a 24-hour transport ticket, or you can simply pay cash as you board the bus. Most buses run until 11:00 PM, and there are even night buses that cover specific routes.

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Cash, card and ATMs When travelling to big cities like Lisbon and Porto, you can usually use a card in most places. However, be prepared to come across smaller shops and restaurants that do not accept cards. Especially in smaller towns, you are expected to pay with cash for small purchases.

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What is the national dish of Lisbon? The national dish of Portugal is considered to be Bachlhau, which is a salted cod that can be prepared in hundreds of ways. Two popular Bacalhau dishes in Lisbon include Bacalhau à brás (shredded cod with fried potatoes and onions) and Bacalhau com natas (cod with cream).

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