The most iconic and sought-after view of the Lisbon tram, specifically the historic Tram 28, is found at the Miradouro de Santa Luzia in the Alfama district. From this viewpoint, you can capture the classic yellow tram as it rounds a narrow, cobblestone corner against a backdrop of whitewashed buildings, bougainvillea, and the blue Tagus River. Another exceptional vantage point is the Rua da Conceição in the Baixa district, where the trams navigate the steep, geometric grid of the city. For a "passenger-eye" view, sitting at the very back of the tram as it climbs the incredibly steep hills of Graça offers a thrilling perspective of how close these vintage wooden cars come to the ancient stone walls. In 2026, many photographers also recommend the Elevador da Bica funicular route, which provides a perfectly framed view of the tram descending toward the river, framed by the narrow balconies of the Bica neighborhood. It is a peer-to-peer "pro-tip" to arrive at these spots before 9:00 AM to avoid the massive crowds of tourists that congregate later in the day.