The legendary Tram 28 (or Elétrico 28) in Lisbon officially begins its route at Praça Martim Moniz, located just east of the Baixa district. This is the best place to board if you want to secure a seat, as it is the "terminus" where the tram waits for passengers before beginning its winding, hour-long journey through the city's most historic neighborhoods. From Martim Moniz, the tram climbs into the narrow, cobblestone streets of Alfama and Graça, passing iconic landmarks like the São Jorge Castle and the Sé de Lisboa (Cathedral) before heading toward Estrela and finishing at the Campo de Ourique (Prazeres) stop. Because it is a major tourist attraction, the queue at Martim Moniz can be quite long; a grounded "pro-tip" is to board early in the morning (before 9:00 AM) or late in the evening to avoid the "sardine-like" crowds. You can pay with a Viva Viagem card, a 24-hour transit pass, or by tapping a contactless credit card. The ride is famous for its steep 14% gradients and hair-raisingly narrow turns where the wooden carriage almost brushes against the walls of ancient buildings.