Lisbon Yellowbus Sightseeing Tour

The Yellowbus in Lisbon offers a fantastic way to navigate the vibrant city. With its double-decker design, open top, and multilingual audio guides, this bus service allows passengers to explore at their own pace, getting on and off at various attractions.

Routes and Stops

If you're eager to experience Lisbon in relaxation and style, this sightseeing bus tour is an excellent selection. In less than two hours, you can behold some of the city’s most scenic areas by the river, such as Eduardo VII Park, the Monument to the Discoveries, the notable Belém Tower, and the 18th-century Basilica da Estrela.

For details on the routes, refer to the map below:

• Route Through Historic Lisbon
• Route Through Modern Lisbon

Ticket Options

Here’s an overview of what each ticket grants you:

24-Hour Ticket

• Access to the historic Lisbon sightseeing bus for 24 hours
• Multilingual audio guide available on board
• No cost to use all yellow trams
• Entry to the Carris Museum

48-Hour Ticket

• Access to both the historic and modern Lisbon sightseeing buses for 48 hours
• Audio guide in various languages on board
• Tour of the city via tourist tram
• Free use of all public yellow trams
• Entry to the Carris Museum

72-Hour Ticket

• Access to both the historic and modern Lisbon sightseeing buses for 72 hours
• Audio guide provided in several languages on board
• Tour of Lisbon via tourist tram
• 90-minute boat tour along the Tagus River
• Unlimited access to all public yellow trams
• Entry to the Carris Museum

96-Hour Ticket

• Access to both the historic Lisbon sightseeing bus for 96 hours
• Multilingual audio guide available on board
• Tour of the city by tourist tram
• 90-minute cruise along the Tagus River
• Unlimited access to all yellow trams
• Entry to the Carris Museum

Yellowbus Route

This engaging route lasts around 1 hour and 50 minutes, covering the essential sights in Lisbon's historic district. Along the way, you will observe the Avenida da Liberdade, the Eduardo VII Park, and the impressive Belém Tower.

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

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

Historic Lisbon Tour

• First departure: 9 am
• Last departure: 7 pm
• Frequency: every 30 minutes

Modern Lisbon Tour

• First departure: 9:15 am
• Last departure: 6:45 pm
• Frequency: every 30 minutes

The Tram Experience

Experience one of the most cherished transportation options in Lisbon. The sightseeing tram leaves from Praça do Comercio and guides travelers through famous neighborhoods rich in culture such as Alfama and Chiado.

Note that this option is not available with the 24-hour ticket.

Schedule

This tram service operates daily from 9:30 am to 6 pm, with departures every 30 minutes.

The Insights of the Sightseeing Boat

Looking to view the stunning Lisbon skyline from a different perspective? Embark on a 90-minute cruise on the sightseeing boat along the Tagus River. Enjoy remarkable panoramic views of iconic landmarks like the 25th of April Bridge, Jeronimos Monastery, and São Jorge Castle.

For reference, a map displaying the boat route is available:

• Lisbon Sightseeing Boat Route

Be aware that this activity is not included with the 24 and 48-hour tickets.

Schedules

The sightseeing boat operates daily and has two departure locations with the following timings:

• 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
• From Belém terminal: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday at 12 pm, 3 pm, and 5 pm.

Operational Details

Your ticket will be valid for 24, 48, 72, or 96 hours, as determined by your chosen option at the time of booking. The activation occurs when you first utilize it across any mode of transport.

During your ticket's validity, feel free to get on and off as you wish. For example, disembark at Belém to tour the Jerónimos Monastery and then board the next bus arriving at the stop.

Although you are required to select a beginning date during the booking, your ticket is valid for a maximum of three months from that selected date.

Post-booking, a voucher will be sent via email, which must be presented when boarding your first bus.