Lisbon's Sightseeing Bus
The capital of Portugal can be seen in a sightseeing bus that drives through the most important spots in this beautiful city. You'll be able to admire Lisbon by both land and water.
Yellow Bus
The Lisbon sightseeing bus is operated by the Yellow Bus company and, as its name suggests, the buses are yellow. These buses are a great option for exploring the city comfortably and conveniently, thanks to their double-decker design and open-top roof, which allow you to admire Lisbon's main attractions. You can hop on and off at any of its stops to extend your visit.
A sightseeing bus ticket also includes free access to all public tram services (the yellow ones), the funiculars, and the Santa Justa Elevator. Keep in mind that this service is available only during the validity period of your ticket.
Routes, Stops, & Schedule
- Historic Lisbon Route: operates every day of the week from 9 am to 7 pm (last departure). The frequency is every 20 minutes between 9 am and 5 pm, and every 30 minutes from 5 pm to 7 pm.
- Modern Lisbon Route: this route runs daily from 9 am to 6:45 pm, with departures every 30 minutes.
Price
Here you can check the maps with routes and stops:
| Adults | Children aged 11-16 | Children aged 4-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24-hour ticket | € 22 (US$ 23.70) | € 16.50 (US$ 17.80) | € 11 (US$ 11.90) |
| 48-hour ticket | € 38 (US$ 40.90) | € 28.50 (US$ 30.70) | € 19 (US$ 20.40) |
| 72-hour ticket with tram and boat | € 47 (US$ 50.60) | € 35 (US$ 37.70) | € 23.50 (US$ 25.30) |
| 96-hour ticket with tram and boat | € 57 (US$ 61.40) | € 42.50 (US$ 45.80) | € 28.50 (US$ 30.70) |
Tram & Boat
The 72-hour and 96-hour tickets include unlimited use of the tourist tram and boat service.
The tourist tram route starts at Praça do Comércio and travels through the most iconic and cultural neighborhoods such as Alfama and Chiado. The service operates daily from 9:30 am to 6 pm, with a frequency of every 30 minutes.
The tourist boat sails along the Tagus River for an hour and a half on a scenic tour, where you can see iconic landmarks such as the 25th of April Bridge, the Jerónimos Monastery, and São Jorge Castle. The Lisbon sightseeing boat has two departure points with the following schedules: from the Terreiro do Paço ferry terminal, every day at 11 am, 2 pm, 4 pm, and 6 pm; or from the Belém terminal, every day at 12 pm, 3 pm, and 5 pm.
From this link, you can choose and purchase the ticket that suits you best for the Lisbon sightseeing bus:
Combined Ticket
It is possible to purchase the Lisbon sightseeing bus service along with a ticket to the Oceanarium. This ticket includes two routes: the blue line, which covers the historic center and Belém; and the purple line, which explores the modern side of the city.
- Blue line: this sightseeing bus route takes you through the main avenues of the city, from the historic center to the monuments in Belém.
- Purple line: on the purple route, you will travel from the city center to Parque das Nações and Santa Apolónia. It will also take you to the famous Oceanarium of Lisbon.
Combined Ticket Price
| Adults | Children aged 4-10 | Children under 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket | € 48 (US$ 51.70) | € 26.50 (US$ 28.50) | Free |
Check out more information about this combined ticket for Lisbon's sightseeing ticket and the Oceanarium at this link.
Amphibious Bus
The Hippotrip amphibious bus takes you through the streets and waters of Lisbon. The tour lasts 90 minutes, combining a drive through the city's streets with a journey along the Tagus River.
This experience is available for everyone, but children aged 2 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Combined Ticket Price
| Adults | Seniors over 65 | Children aged 2-16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket | € 30 (US$ 32.30) | € 18 (US$ 19.40) | € 18 (US$ 19.40) |
Check out more information and purchase your ticket for the Hippotrip at this link:
