Lisbon Experiences: 2 Bus Tours, plus Classic Tram Tour

About this boat trip in Lisbon

• Live guidePortuguese, English, Spanish, French, German, Korean, Chinese, Swedish
• Duration5 hours
• CancellationPrivate Transfers Cancellation Policy.
• Pick-upHotel pick-up available
• Activity levelEasy

Timeline: how the party goes

1. Belem Lisbon Bus Tour.

   A Belém Lisbon Bus Tour is perfect for skipping the steep hills while effortlessly accessing the city’s most iconic, UNESCO-listed waterfront monuments. It saves you from complex public transit transfers, offers panoramic open-top views of the Tagus River, and perfectly packages the best of Lisbon's history and treats.
   Why the Belém Route is the Best

   • Effortless Sightseeing: Belém is a bit removed from the city center, and the bus gets you there and back without the exhausting uphill walks.
   • The "Big Three" Landmarks: Hop off to explore the spectacular 16th-century Belém Tower, the stunning Jerónimos Monastery, and the Monument to the Discoveries.
   • Pastéis de Belém: The route drops you steps away from the world-famous bakery, where you can grab the original, warm, and flaky Portuguese egg tarts.
   • Scenic Coastal Views: The double-decker ride along the Tagus River offers great views of the 25 de Abril Bridge and the coastal breeze.

   Routes & Stops

   BELÉM LISBON BUS TOUR
   01 - Restauradores
   02 - Rossio
   03 - Marquês de Pombal
   04 - El Corte Inglês shopping
   05 - Parque Eduardo VII
   06 - Amoreiras shopping
   07 - Basílica da Estrela
   08 - Pilar 7 / Lx Factory / Museu da Carris
   09 - Belém / Museu dos Coches
   10 - Mosteiro dos Jerónimos
   11 - Torre de Belém
   12 - Padrão dos Descobrimentos
   13 - MAAT
   14 - Docas Cruise Terminal
   15 - Jardim da Estrela
   16 - Avenida da Liberdade
   01 - Restauradores

   Duration: 1H50M

2. Modern Lisbon Bus Tour.

   The "Modern Lisbon" bus tour is a fantastic way to see the city's futuristic side. It swaps historic, hilly streets for wide, waterfront avenues, allowing you to explore the stunning architecture of the Parque das Nações, ride in open-air comfort, and effortlessly reach top attractions without climbing hills.

   Highlights of the Tour

   • Futuristic Architecture & Views: You get to cruise past the ultra-modern Parque das Nações (built for the 1998 World Expo), the massive Vasco da Gama Bridge, and the iconic futuristic Lisbon Oceanarium.
   • Hop-On, Hop-Off Freedom: You can jump off at any of its 10-12 stops (like the Lisbon Cruise Terminal or Campo Pequeno) to explore, and then hop back on the next bus whenever you're ready.
   • Multilingual Audio Guide: Sit back and learn about Lisbon's maritime history, the Age of Discoveries, and local culture through clear, recorded commentary available in multiple languages.
   • Convenience & Comfort: It takes the stress out of navigating Lisbon's notoriously steep, narrow hills on foot. The open-top, double-decker buses give you unobstructed panoramic views of both riverfronts and city plazas. 

   MODERN LISBON BUS TOUR
   01 - Restauradores
   02 - Rossio
   03 - Avenida da Liberdade
   04 - Graça
   05 - Panteão Nacional / Feira da Ladra
   06 - Lisbon Cruise Terminal
   07 - Museu do Azulejo
   08 - Beato
   09 - 8 Marvila / Ah Amália
   10 - Oceanário
   11 - Vasco da Gama shopping
   12 - FIL
   13 - Torre Vasco da Gama / Hotel Myriad
   01 - Restauradores

   Duration: 1H50M

3. Lisbon Classic Tram Tour.

   Feel the magic of travel on a red historical tramcar, and get to know the history, the culture, and the traditions of Lisbon - the city where fado was born.
   The classic Lisbon tram tour relies on Tram 28, a historic, vintage yellow streetcar from the 1930s that rumbles through the city's steepest hills and narrowest cobblestone streets. It offers a highly scenic, authentic cross-section of Lisbon’s most iconic and vibrant traditional neighborhoods.

   The Route & Highlights

   The complete route runs between Martim Moniz and Prazeres (near the Prazeres Cemetery), taking about 48 to 60 minutes to complete. Key districts and sights along the way include: 

   • Alfama & Graça: Quaint, labyrinthine streets, traditional Fado music, and breathtaking hilltop miradouros (viewpoints) like Senhora do Monte.
   • Baixa: The downtown grid system was completely rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake.
   • Chiado: The bohemian, literary heart of the city, where you can easily connect to the Santa Justa Elevator or grab a coffee at the legendary Café A Brasileira.
   • Estrela: Features the stunning Basilica of Estrela and its public gardens.
     
     Premium Edition of the Tram 28 route
   • Audioguide in 12 languages
   • 48h ticket validity
   • Entrance in Carris Museum included
   • Free access to public trams

   Audio guide

   Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Swedish, Mandarin.

   Duration: 1H

What’s included

Good to know before you go

• Tickets.
• Valid I.D.
• DurationBelém Lisbon Bus Tour: 1h50
• Modern Lisbon Bus Tour: 1h50
• Hills Tramcar Tour: 1h00
• SchedulesEvery day (except 25th December)
• Belém Lisbon Bus Tour:
• 09:00 - 19:00 (Every 30min)
• Modern Lisbon Bus Tour:
• 09:15 - 18:45 (Every 30min)
• Hills Tramcar Tour:
• 09:30 - 18:45 (Every 25min)
• Audio guide
• Belém Lisbon Bus Tour and Modern Lisbon Bus Tour:
• Boat River Tour:
• Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
• Departure pointBelém Lisbon Bus Tour: Restauradores
• Modern Lisbon Bus Tour: Restauradores
• Hills Tramcar Tour: Praça do Comércio
• Find us at the Praça do Comércio Kiosk (9:00-13:00, 14:00-18:00).
• Usage instructionsTicket validity: 48h from the first validation
• Hop-on Hop-off: hop on and off at any stop along the route while your ticket is valid.
• Tour Operator shall not be held responsible for ticket loss or theft.
• Guided dogs are allowed and do not require a carrier basket. 
• Advantages & Discounts- FREE access to Carris public trams.
• - Entrance to Carris Museum included.
• Ticket type
• 48-hours (from the first validation)

Where the boat leaves in Lisbon

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