🚇 TransportationMetro / Bus€3.20 single ride - €7 day pass
4.0 / 5
Anthony
Feb 24, 2026
Praça Martim Moniz
Tram 28 in Lisbon is the city’s iconic yellow wooden tram route through Alfama and Graça, offering panoramic views, steep climbs, and a classic Lisbon experience.
Tram 28 is Lisbon’s most recognizable ride. The vintage yellow wooden tram winds through Alfama, Graça, Baixa, and Campo de Ourique. It climbs steep hills, cuts through narrow streets, passes historic squares and local neighborhoods. Many call it the easiest way to see Lisbon.
The route runs about 45 minutes end to end. To get a seat, its recommended to board at the first stops at Martim Moniz or Campo de Ourique. Lines can stretch over an hour by mid-morning. Early arrival is essential.
Safety tip repeated often: keep your phone and head inside. Buildings and signs pass within inches.
Highlights
- Classic yellow wooden tram
- Local commuters mixed with tourists
- Views of Lisbon’s rooftops and plazas
- Route through Alfama and historic districts
Details
- Best boarded at first stop
- Approx. 45-minute full route
- Extremely popular with visitors
- Day pass available via Navigante card
- Crowds peak late morning to afternoon
Prices
- Single ticket onboard: approx. €3.20
- Day pass (Navigante): approx. €7 unlimited
Hours
- Daily service. Early morning to late evening.
- Frequency approx. about every 10 minutes