Tram 28 Lisbon – Route, Map & Tickets

The Tram 28 route (red line) runs between Praça Martim Moniz (in the east of Baixa) and Campo Ourique (Prazeres) in the west, making a clockwise loop through Lisbon's historic districts. The ride is about 7 km and takes roughly 45 minutes end-to-end.

Along the way, you'll pass neighborhoods such as; Graca, known for viewpoints and historic churches, Alfama, The oldest part of Lisbon, full of winding streets, Baixa, The city's bustling downtown, Estrela, a leafy district with gardens and the famous Basilica.

The route starts from Praça Martim Moniz. This square is located east of Baixa. Then the route goes clockwise to the end of Campo Ourique. Assuming you start at the first boarding point of tram 28 on the Praca Martim Moniz, you will pass the sights mentioned below.

Some of the sights below are also highlighted on my tourist map. These are marked with the corresponding number on the map.

On the route through Graca & Alfama

Starting at Praça Martim Moniz. You are currently in the Graca neighborhood. Just got in or you pass Igreja Anjos. Parish Church of Our Lady of the Angels. This church may not even stand out from the outside, but inside it is richly decorated with beautiful sculptures and old paintings. It has seven altars of gilt carvings.

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 river Tagus. Perhaps a nice place to get off tram 28 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.

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.

On route through the neighborhood of Sao Bento

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.

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 Baixa. You can also catch this tram all the way at the end of the route.