Yellow Bus: Royal & Hills Tramcar Tours

Explore Lisbon’s historic hills, royal heritage, and iconic landmarks
Discover authentic hillside neighbourhoods that preserve traditional Lisbon life
Enjoy the blend of historic monuments, industrial heritage, and modern cultural spaces
Follow much of the iconic Tram 28 route through Alfama and surrounding areas
Hop on and off at key stops including Estrela and Miradouro Portas do Sol
Experience two unique vintage hop‑on hop‑off tram routes with a single ticket
Smartphone Vouchers are accepted! No need to take a printed ticket!

Explore the soulful birthplace of fado as you wander through Lisbon’s charming streets and iconic neighbourhoods, each filled with the city’s distinctive character and timeless atmosphere. A visit to Belém is essential, where Lisbon’s history, art, and heritage come together in one remarkable district. Here, you can delve into some of the city’s most notable museums, including MACAM – Museum of Contemporary Art Armando Martins, the Carris Museum, and the Royal Treasury Museum, which houses one of Europe’s most extraordinary collections of royal jewels and insignia. Together, these cultural highlights offer a deeper understanding of Portugal’s artistic evolution, industrial heritage, and royal legacy, making your journey through Lisbon both enriching and unforgettable.

Discover Lisbon from two unique perspectives with a 48‑hour Hop‑on Hop‑off ticket that combines the charm of the Hills Tram Tour with the elegance of the Royal & Legacy Tour. Travelling aboard iconic vintage trams, you can explore the city’s historic neighbourhoods, royal landmarks, panoramic viewpoints and cultural treasures entirely at your own pace. The Hills Tram Tour follows much of the legendary Tram 28 route, offering the perfect introduction to Lisbon’s traditional quarters. Key stops such as Estrela and Miradouro Portas do Sol invite you to step out and discover Alfama’s winding streets, the imposing São Jorge Castle, the historic Lisbon Cathedral and sweeping views over the Tagus River, all of which capture the city’s timeless character.

Your journey continues with the Royal & Legacy Tour, guiding you through Belém and other refined districts celebrated for their rich history, artistic heritage and architectural beauty. This route highlights Lisbon’s royal past and cultural evolution, with opportunities to visit some of the city’s most notable museums, including MACAM – Museum of Contemporary Art Armando Martins, the Carris Museum and the Royal Treasury Museum, home to one of Europe’s most extraordinary collections of royal jewels and insignia. Together, these two tram experiences offer a comprehensive and immersive way to explore Lisbon, blending its artistic achievements, industrial heritage and royal legacy into one unforgettable adventure.

Hills Tramcar Tour:

Start Time: From 9:30am to 6:10pm
Frequency: Every 40 Minutes
Full Loop: 1 Hour 45 Minutes Approx.
Meeting Point: Praça do Comércio

Royal & Legacy Tramcar Tour:

Start Time: From 9:15am to 7:15pm
Frequency: Every 120 Minutes
Full Loop: 1 Hour 50 Minutes Approx.
Meeting Point: Praça do Comércio

2 Tramcar tours Hop-On Hop-Off
48 Hours Valid Ticket
Audioguide on board
Entrance to Museu da Carris included
Free access to public trams
Exclusive benefits and discounts
Hills Tramcar Tour - Portuguese, english, spanish, german, italian, swedish, french, japanese, dutch, russian, chinese, portuguese (Brazil)
Royal & Legacy Tramcar Tour - Portuguese, english, spanish and french

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In order to activate the voucher, please show it to the driver or another member of the Yellow Bus Team at the redemption point: Praça dos Restauradores
You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date.
Please check your ticket to know when it expires.
After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid.
Voucher validity: 48h from the first validation

Wheelchair accessibility: All buses have a ramp and a dedicated place for 1 wheelchair per bus.
Voucher Information: Mobile or Paper Vouchers are accepted!
Disclaimer: Due to public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.
Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, specially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. NO REFUND possible in such conditions.
Find the Yellow Team at the Praça do Comércio Yellow Kiosk (9:00-13:00 14:00-18:00) or contact Yellow Customer Service - (+351) 218 503 225 (every day: 9.00am-18.00pm) - National landline call (Portugal), yellowbus@carris.pt

Advantages & Discounts

Free entrance in Carris Museum
Free access to Carris public trams
Discounts on tickets to monuments, museums and leisure activities
10% Discount in other Yellow tickets (valid only for in-person purchases and only for Yellow products - excludes combined tickets that include products supplied by partners or for exclusive partner products)

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If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.