The Lisbon Yellow bus is the ideal choice for exploring the city. It has two floors, an open-top, audio guides in multiple languages, and runs routes with several stops where you can hop on and off as many times as you want.
Routes and Stops
If you’re looking to explore Lisbon in comfort and style, this sightseeing bus tour is a great option. In just under two hours, you’ll get to see some of the city’s most picturesque spots along the river, including Eduardo VII Park, the Monument to the Discoveries, the iconic Belém Tower, and the 18th-century Basilica da Estrela.
Below, you can check out a map with the route and stops:
Ticket Options
You can see what each option includes below:
24-Hour Ticket
- 24-hour ticket for the historic Lisbon sightseeing bus
- Audio guide in English and other languages on board the tourist bus
- Free access to all public trams (yellow trams)
- Admission to the Carris Museum
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Guided tour of Belém
48-Hour Ticket
- 48-hour ticket for the historic Lisbon sightseeing bus
- 48-hour ticket for the modern Lisbon sightseeing bus
- Audio guide in English and other languages on board the sightseeing bus
- Tour of Lisbon by tourist tram
- Free access to all public trams (yellow trams)
- Admission to the Carris Museum
-
Guided tour of Belém
72-Hour Ticket
- 72-hour ticket for the historic Lisbon sightseeing bus
- 72-hour ticket for the modern Lisbon sightseeing bus
- Audio guide in English and other languages on board the sightseeing bus
- Tour of Lisbon by tourist tram
- Boat trip on the Lisbon sightseeing boat along the Tagus River
- Free access to all public trams (yellow trams)
- Admission to the Carris Museum
-
Guided tour of Belém
96-Hour Ticket
- 96-hour ticket for the historic Lisbon sightseeing bus
- Audio guide in English and other languages on board the sightseeing bus
- Tour of Lisbon by tourist tram
- Boat trip on the Lisbon sightseeing boat along the Tagus River
- Free access to all public trams (yellow trams)
- Admission to the Carris Museum
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Guided tour of Belém.
Sightseeing Bus Schedule
- Historic Lisbon Route: departures every 30 minutes from 9 am to 7 pm
- Modern Lisbon Route: departures every 30 minutes from 9:15 am to 6:45 pm.
Guided Tour of Belém
Whichever ticket you choose includes a guided walking tour of the historic Belém neighborhood. It’s the perfect opportunity to get off the bus and immerse yourself in the era of Portuguese exploration.
- Available days: operates Tuesday through Saturday
- Departure time: 11:30 am
- Meeting point: stop 10 on the sightseeing bus route (in front of the Jerónimos Monastery)
- Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Guided Architecture Tour
Your ticket includes a guided walking tour exploring Lisbon's most creative and contemporary architecture and culture, a route full of hidden gems and artistic energy along the riverfront.
- Available days: operates Tuesday to Saturday
- Departure time: 3:45 pm
- Meeting point: stop 4 of the sightseeing bus (Graça)
- Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
The Lisbon Tram
Enjoy a ride on one of the most traditional means of transport in Lisbon. The sightseeing tram departs from Praça do Comércio and takes visitors to the most iconic and culturally rich neighborhoods such as Alfama and Chiado.
Please note that this activity is not included in the 24-hour ticket.
Schedule
The only tram route operates daily from 9:30 am to 6 pm and runs every 30 minutes.
The Sightseeing Boat
Would you like to take in the Lisbon landscape from a unique vantage point? Enjoy a 90-minute cruise on a sightseeing boat along the Tagus River. From the comfort of the boat, you'll be treated to stunning panoramic views of iconic landmarks like the 25th of April Bridge, Jeronimos Monastery, and São Jorge Castle.
Below is a map showing the route:
Please note that this activity is not included in the 24- and 48-hour tickets.
Schedules
The Lisbon sightseeing boat runs every day, and has 2 departure points with the following schedules:
- Departing from Terreiro do Paço ferry terminal: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday at 11 am, 2 pm, and 4 pm; Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday at 11:30 am, 2:30 pm, and 4:30 pm
- Departing from Belém terminal: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday at 12 pm, 3 pm, and 5 pm.
How Does It Work?
Your ticket is valid for 24, 48, 72, or 96 hours, depending on the option you select when booking. Your ticket gets activated when you first use it on any mode of transport.
During this period, you can hop on and off as many times as you like. For instance, you can get off in Belém to visit the Jerónimos Monastery, and then catch the next bus that arrives at the stop.
While you’ll need to select a start date when booking, your tourist bus ticket is actually valid for up to three months from that chosen date.
After booking, we’ll email you a booking confirmation that you’ll need to present on the first bus you board.
