Lisbon Yellowbus Sightseeing Tour

The Lisbon Yellow Bus offers a fantastic way to discover the city. Featuring two levels, an open-top design and audio guides in various languages, this service operates along multiple routes, allowing you to get on and off as you please.

Routes and Stops

For those who wish to experience Lisbon comfortably, this bus tour is a superb choice. In a little under two hours, you will visit some of the city’s most scenic locations by the river, such as Eduardo VII Park, the Monument to the Discoveries, the famous Belém Tower, and the 18th-century Basilica da Estrela.

Refer to the map below to view the route and stops:

• Historic Lisbon Route
• Modern Lisbon Route

Ticket Options

See below for details on what is included with each ticket option:

24-Hour Ticket

• Access for 24 hours on the historic Lisbon sightseeing bus
• Audio guide available in English and other languages
• Unlimited travel on all public trams (yellow trams)
• Admission to the Carris Museum

• Guided tour in Belém

48-Hour Ticket

• Access for 48 hours on both the historic and modern Lisbon sightseeing buses
• Audio guide on board in various languages
• Tour of Lisbon on a tourist tram
• Unlimited travel on all public trams (yellow trams)
• Admission to the Carris Museum

• Guided tour in Belém

72-Hour Ticket

• Access for 72 hours on both the historic and modern Lisbon sightseeing buses
• Audio guide available on the sightseeing bus
• Tour of Lisbon on a tourist tram
• Boat trip on the sightseeing boat along the Tagus River
• Unlimited travel on all public trams (yellow trams)
• Admission to the Carris Museum

• Guided tour in Belém

96-Hour Ticket

• Access for 96 hours on the historic Lisbon sightseeing bus
• Audio guide available in multiple languages
• Tour of Lisbon by tram
• Boat trip along the Tagus River on the sightseeing boat
• Unlimited travel on all public trams (yellow trams)
• Admission to the Carris Museum

• Guided tour in Belém.

Sightseeing Bus Schedule

• Historic Lisbon Route (Belém district): buses every 40 minutes from 9 am to 7 pm
• Modern Lisbon Route: buses every 40 minutes from 9:20 am to 6 pm

Guided Tour of Belém

All ticket options include a guided walking tour of the historic Belém neighborhood, offering a perfect chance to step off the bus and delve into the age of Portuguese exploration.

• Available days: Tuesday to 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 also includes a guided walking tour focusing on Lisbon's contemporary architecture and cultural scene, showcasing hidden gems and artistic vitality along the riverside.

• Available days: 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

Experience one of the city’s most traditional modes of transportation. The sightseeing tram departs from Praça do Comércio and connects visitors to rich cultural districts such as Alfama and Chiado.

Note that this activity isn't included in the 24-hour ticket.

Schedule

The tram operates daily from 9:30 am to 6 pm, running every 30 minutes.

The Sightseeing Boat

Experience Lisbon from a unique perspective with a 90-minute cruise on a sightseeing boat along the Tagus River. Enjoy magnificent panoramic views of landmarks including the 25th of April Bridge, Jerónimos Monastery, and São Jorge Castle.

Refer to the map below for the route:

• Route for the Lisbon Sightseeing Boat.

Keep in mind that this activity is not included in the 24- and 48-hour tickets.

Schedules

The Lisbon sightseeing boat operates daily, with two departure points and 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 based on your booking selection. The ticket activation occurs the first time you utilize it on any transport mode.

You may hop on and off as frequently as you wish during this period. For example, you can disembark in Belém to explore the Jerónimos Monastery and board the next bus at your convenience.

Although you need to specify a start date at the time of booking, your bus ticket remains valid for up to three months from that chosen date.

After completing your reservation, a confirmation email will be sent, which you should display when you board your first bus.