Lisbon Sightseeing Bus

The Lisbon sightseeing bus presents an excellent means to experience this vibrant city. Featuring a double-decker structure with an open-top design, it provides audio guides in various languages, running on routes that include several stops, allowing you to get on and off at your leisure.

Routes and Stops

For those wishing to discover Lisbon comfortably, this bus tour represents an appealing alternative. Within a travel time of just under two hours, passengers can appreciate some of the city’s most charming locations by the river, such as Eduardo VII Park, the Monument to the Discoveries, the renowned Belém Tower, and the 18th-century Basilica da Estrela.

Below, find a map outlining the route & stops:

Route Through Historic LisbonRoute Through Modern Lisbon

Ticket Options

Explore the details of what each ticket option offers:

24-Hour Ticket

Access to the historic Lisbon sightseeing bus for 24 hoursAudio guide available in English and other languages while on the busComplimentary access to all public trams (yellow trams)Entry to the Carris Museum

48-Hour Ticket

48-hour access to both the historic and modern Lisbon sightseeing busesAudio guide available in multiple languages on boardTouring Lisbon on a tourist tramFree usage of all public trams (yellow trams)Entry to the Carris Museum

72-Hour Ticket

72-hour access to the historic sightseeing bus72-hour access to the modern sightseeing busAudio guide available in English and additional languagesTour of Lisbon via the tourist tramA boat experience on the Lisbon sightseeing boat along the Tagus RiverFree access to all public trams (yellow trams)Admission to the Carris Museum

96-Hour Ticket

96-hour access to the historic sightseeing busAudio guide included in various languages while on the busTour via tourist tramBoat excursion on the Lisbon sightseeing boat along the Tagus RiverFree access to all public trams (yellow trams)Entry to the Carris Museum

Lisbon Sightseeing Bus Route

This engaging route lasts approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes, leading you through key historical sites in Lisbon’s city center. On this journey, you’ll traverse Avenida da Liberdade, Eduardo VII Park, and view the magnificent Belém Tower.

Until March 29, 2026, buses will depart every 30 minutes from 9 am to 5:30 pm.

From March 30 to October 25, 2026, the schedule is as follows:

Historic Lisbon Tour

First bus departs at 9 amLast bus departs at 7 pmFrequency: every 30 minutes

Modern Lisbon Tour

First bus departs at 9:15 amLast bus departs at 6:45 pmFrequency: every 30 minutes

The Lisbon Tram

Experience a ride on one of Lisbon's classic transportation modes. The tourist tram departs from Praça do Comercio and visits the most culturally rich areas such as Alfama and Chiado.

Please be aware that this activity isn’t included with the 24-hour ticket.

Schedule

The tram operates daily from 9:30 am to 6 pm, with a frequency of every 30 minutes.

The Sightseeing Boat

Want to experience Lisbon’s scenery from an extraordinary perspective? Enjoy a 90-minute cruise along the Tagus River, where breathtaking views of landmarks like the 25th of April Bridge, Jeronimos Monastery, and São Jorge Castle await you.

Note that this activity is not part of the 24 and 48-hour tickets.

Schedules

The Lagos sightseeing boat operates on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays , and Sundays, offering two departure points at these times:

Departing from Terreiro do Paço ferry terminal: daily at 11:30 am, 2:30 pm, and 4:30 pmDeparting from Belém terminal: daily at 12:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and 5:30 pm

How Does It Work?

Your selected ticket will be valid for 24, 48, 72, or 96 hours, activated upon first use on any transportation mode.

During the chosen period, you have the freedom to hop on and off as you wish. For example, you may disembark in Belém to tour the Jerónimos Monastery, and board the next available bus.

While you will be asked to choose a start date when booking, your tourist bus ticket remains valid for up to three months from that date.

Upon confirmation of your booking, a voucher will be sent via email, which you will need to present on your first bus ride.