Hop On Hop Off Lisbon - Bus Tours

Routes And Stops Covered By Lisbon Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

Lisbon's sights are spread out: the castle and Graça above the centre, Belém 6 km west along the river and the Oceanário on the eastern edge. A Lisbon city tour bus links them without the climbs. City Sightseeing Lisboa runs three routes from Marquês de Pombal, with audio in 13 languages. A 24-hour ticket covers the Red and Blue Routes, and the Green Route needs 48 hours.

Green Route

Climbs to São Jorge Castle and the Graça viewpoint, with stops for Bairro Alto, Príncipe Real and the Feira da Ladra flea market (Tuesdays and Saturdays). It runs 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, every 25 minutes, on a 105-minute loop. It isn't wheelchair accessible.

Blue Route

The family route, with Lisbon Zoo, the Oceanário de Lisboa (one of Europe's largest indoor aquariums), Gare do Oriente and the Fado Museum in Alfama. It runs 9:30 AM–6:00 PM, every 90 minutes, on a 105-minute loop. Two stops are currently suspended.

Red Route

Follows the river west to Belém for Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, the Monument to the Discoveries and MAAT. The river views are best from the top of the double decker bus. It runs 9:30 AM–6:00 PM, every 30 minutes, on a 105-minute loop.

Yellow Bus Routes

Yellow Bus Lisboa starts from Praça da Figueira. The Belém Route (9:00 AM–7:00 PM) goes via Avenida da Liberdade and Estrela to the Belém monuments. The Modern Lisbon Route (9:15 AM–6:45 PM) heads east to the Azulejo Museum, the Oceanário and Parque das Nações, and two of its stops are currently suspended. Both run every 30 minutes on a 1-hour-50-minute loop. Choose one route for 24 hours or both for 48. Tickets also include free rides on Carris public trams, the Santa Justa Lift and three funiculars.

Beyond the Bus

City Sightseeing's 48-hour ticket includes a one-hour night tour from Marquês de Pombal. It leaves at 9:00 PM in summer and earlier in spring and autumn.

On the river, Gray Line's 48-hour hop-on hop-off boat runs a two-hour loop every hour from 10:45 AM to 7:00 PM. City Sightseeing's Ultimate ticket and Yellow Bus's bus-and-boat ticket each add a two-hour Tagus cruise. Lisboat runs a 48-hour hop-on hop-off boat (11:00 AM–4:00 PM), a one-hour one-way trip and a sunset cruise from Friday to Sunday.

Yellow Bus's Hills Tramcar tour is a ride on a vintage tram from Praça do Comércio along the Tram 28 route through Alfama and Graça. It lasts about 1 hour 25 minutes, runs from 9:30 AM to 6:45 PM, and doesn't stop along the way. Buy it alone (24 hours), with the buses (48 hours) or with the All-In-One ticket (72 or 96 hours, from US$52.44). There's also a 60-minute Lisbon Eco Tuk Tuk Tour.

These are the Lisbon excursions and neighbourhoods most people plan their tickets around: Baixa, Alfama, Belém, Praça do Comércio, Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, MAAT, LX Factory, Eduardo VII Park and Tagus River waterfront.

How To Make The Most Of Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Leave Time to Explore Belém: Belém is much more than a quick photo stop. Between Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, riverside walks, museums, and the famous Pastéis de Belém bakery, it's easy to spend half a day here. If you're planning to get off in Belém, avoid scheduling too many other stops on the same afternoon.

Ride the Tram Through Lisbon's Hills: Lisbon's steep streets are part of its charm, but they can also be tiring after a full day of sightseeing. If your ticket includes the vintage tram experience, take advantage of it. The tram reaches neighborhoods and narrow streets that large buses can't access, giving you a completely different perspective of the city.

Add a Boat Tour If You Have Time: Lisbon looks completely different from the Tagus River. A sightseeing cruise offers uninterrupted views of the waterfront, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and the Christ the King Monument without the crowds you often find at popular viewpoints. If you're staying for more than a day, combining the bus with a boat tour creates a more relaxed sightseeing experience.

Save the Night Tour for Your Last Evening: If you've chosen a ticket that includes a panoramic night tour, consider taking it towards the end of your stay. By then, you'll already recognize many of Lisbon's landmarks, and seeing them illuminated after dark gives you an entirely different perspective of the city.

Things to Know

Lisbon is one of Europe's oldest capitals, but it never feels stuck in the past. Historic trams climb steep hills past centuries-old churches, while colorful street art, rooftop bars, and contemporary museums give the city a youthful energy. It's a place where tradition and modern life comfortably exist side by side.

The city is famous for its viewpoints, known locally as miradouros. Almost every hill rewards you with sweeping views across terracotta rooftops, the Tagus River, and the iconic red suspension bridge. Don't be surprised if you find yourself stopping more often than planned—many of Lisbon's best moments happen while simply wandering between neighborhoods.

Food is another reason people fall in love with Lisbon. Fresh seafood, grilled sardines, bifanas, and the city's legendary Pastéis de Nata are all worth trying. While Belém is the most famous place to enjoy Portugal's iconic custard tart, you'll find excellent bakeries throughout the city.

Lisbon also makes an excellent base for day trips. Within an hour, you can reach the fairytale palaces of Sintra, the beaches of Cascais, or the dramatic cliffs around Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe. Many travelers end up extending their stay simply because there's far more to Lisbon than they expected.

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