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Where is the steep tram in Lisbon?

The Bica Funicular (Tram) and the street it is on, is the most photographed location in Lisbon. To get there, go to a street called Calçada do Combro which leads uphill from Praça Luis de Camões. Approximately 300 metres up from this street, on the left hand side, you will arrive at the Bica Funicular.



The most famous "steep tram" in Lisbon is the Elevador da Bica (or Ascensor da Bica), located on the Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo. Frequently cited as the "most photographed street in the world," this funicular has been in operation since 1892 and climbs a dramatic 20 percent gradient slope. It connects the riverside area of Cais do Sodré to the elevated neighborhood of Bairro Alto. The yellow tram cars, often covered in vibrant local street art, offer a stunning contrast against the backdrop of the Tagus River. While technically a funicular (cable-driven) rather than a traditional electric tram, it is a symbol of Lisbon's historic transit system. In 2026, it remains a must-see for tourists, though it occasionally undergoes maintenance due to its age. The journey is only about 350 meters long, but it saves travelers a grueling uphill climb. Similar "steep" historic lifts include the Elevador da Glória and the Elevador do Lavra, which also help navigate Lisbon's notoriously hilly "Seven Hills" landscape.

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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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Although the Tram 28 is just a normal line of public transportation in Lisbon, it happens to go past many of the city's most significant landmarks in districts like Alfama, Baixa, and Estrela. Because the route also uses some heritage-style tram carriages, it's become a popular tourist attraction in the city.

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12 tram follows a circular route through the historic neighbourhoods, bairros, and the hills at the eastern end of Lisbon. It sets off in Praça da Figueira, crosses Martim Moniz and Socorro and climbs up to the Miradouro das Portas do Sol.

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The vehicles are always packed and there are always long lines of tourists waiting at the stops, so for a hop-on-hop-off experience you should take an official sightseeing tram, which follows the same route and always guarantees a seat (also consider the other hop-on hop-off tours).

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Elevador da Bica with Trams The most photographed street in Lisbon is Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo, which features a lovely funicular as well as a picturesque view of the river.

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Lisbon is a hilly city, but there are many districts that are flat and easily accessible if you have limited mobility or endurance. The Baixa district lies in a valley between the hills of Alfama and Barrio Alto and is relatively flat.

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Is the castle worth the entrance fee? The adult admission fee to the Castelo de São Jorge is €10.00, children under 10 are free and students are €5. This does make the castle one of the most expensive tourist attractions in Lisbon, but the entrance fee is worth it.

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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 most widely known is Tram no. 28 that runs from Martim Moniz to Campo de Ourique. Although you can hop on at any point, the route starts in the historical centre, Largo Martim Moniz (square), heading to the Graça quarter and continuing to the Church of São Vicente de Fora.

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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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