You descend through all kinds of streets towards the Alfama district and there on the left is Mosteiro De Sao Vicente De Fora (2) waiting for you. The Monastery of Sao Vicente de Fora is located at one of the highest points in Alfama. It has an impeccable whitewashed exterior and tall towers.
The tram then twists through the narrow streets of Alfama and at Miradouro de Santa Luzia you get a beautiful view of Alfama and the Tagus. Perhaps a nice point to get out and explore the Alfama district. Walk a bit back to Monseiro de Sao Vicente and the nearby thieves market (4) and National Pantheon Santa Engracia (1). The main sights of Lisbon are all in the Alfama district.
With a hop-on hop-off tram ticket you have 24-hour access to the historic tram 28 of Lisbon.
Before tram 28 leaves Alfama, you will pass Sé de Lisboa (7) (Igreja de Santa Maria Maior). Founded in the 12th century, the Cathedral of Sé, also known as the Lisbon Cathedral, is the oldest church in Lisbon. It contains details of Romanesque and Gothic architecture styles, making it look like a beautiful castle.
Tram 28 continues its route through the center (Baixa) before it plunges into the Bairra Alto district. If you step out of this, you almost drove a round. If you walk northwards through the shopping street, you will arrive at Figueira Square again.
In the straight streets of Bairra Alto, tram 28 makes a sharp corner for a small square with some cafes and terraces. On one of the chairs is a statue of the most famous Portuguese writers; Fernando Pessoa.
After that you will soon see a large stately building with tall pillars on your right. This former monastery from the 16th century is now the seat of the Portuguese government and a magnificent example of architecture.
Use my route map as a handy tool for following the route
If you would like to stretch your legs for a while, you can go a few stops further in the Jardim de Estrela. A beautifully landscaped park. This is also a nice place to catch tram 25E back to the Baixa. You can also catch this tram all the way at the end of the route.