Where can I pick up tram 28 in Lisbon?
Praça Martim Moniz
Tram 28 connects Martim Moniz with Campo Ourique. The boarding point is on Praça Martim Moniz. From the center of Lisbon, Figueira Square, it is less than a 5 minute walk in a northeasterly direction.
Where does the 28 tram start?
Praça Martim Moniz This is where the Tram 28 route begins, and it’s also a great location to visit. There are several notable sites within walking distance, including the Church of São Domingos and Praça do Rossio.
How long is tram 28 route?
7km-(4.5 miles)
Here’s what you should know: Line 28 of Lisbon’s iconic trams was inaugurated in 1914, and today it has a 7km-(4.5 miles) route between Martim Moniz Square and Prazeres, by the neighborhood of Campo de Ourique (at night, after 9:30pm, it terminates a few stops before, by the basilica of Estrela).
Why is tram 28 famous in Lisbon?
The 28 tram is an important part of the public transport network of Lisbon, and the only real public transport passing through the Alfama district. This importance is reflected in the frequency and operating hours of the service.
Where do the trams run in Lisbon?
The tram links São Jorge Castle and Bairro Alto, crossing various picturesque neighbourhoods for 6.2 miles (10 km), including Graça, Mouraria, Alfama, Baixa, Chiado, Madragoa and Bairro Alto. Thousands of tourists take this tram every day.
How do you get on a tram in Lisbon?
On most routes, you simply hand your money to the driver as you board, while the larger, more modern articulated trams on the #15 route have ticket machines inside. Note, however, that there are several disadvantages to buying tickets this way.
What is the best tram in Lisbon?
Route 28. Often hailed as the best Lisbon tram for views, the number 28 has become an obligatory addition to every tourist itinerary. Why? Well it’s route from Martim Moniz to Campo Ourique passes through some of the most popular tourist neighbourhoods, including Baixa, Chiado, Alfama, Estrela and Graca.
What time does Tram 28 start in Lisbon?
The first journey of tram 28 is at 5.40 am in Martim Moniz square, and the last one at 9.15 pm (after this time the trams leave only from Graca, where the last departure is at 11.10 pm). All timetables are available on this website.