Sightseeing with the historic tram line 28 (Eléctrico 28E)

Even large inclines in the hilly old town are no problem (picture: discoverportugal.info)

Route of the tram line 28E

The final stops of line 28E are “Martim Moniz” in the east of the Baixa (city center) and „Prazeres“ at the cemetery “Cemitério dos Prazeres” which is worth a visit.

The fact that all passengers must deboard tram 28E at both final stops sometimes confuses tourists. If you want to continue your journey, you will have to walk a few steps and then get back on. One cannot just simply stay put in one’s seat.

On the way you will pass the districts of Bairro Alto, Chiado, Baixa (city center) and Alfama. The drive through the narrow alleys of the old town quarter Alfama is particularly impressive. Although the wagons of tram line 28E are small and narrow, there is often only a few centimeters of room to the left and right in these tight alleys.

The windows of the tram are often opened when the weather is warm. That allows an even better view of the city of Lisbon.

Schedule & stops of the Eléctrico 28E:

→ Schedule and route of tram line 28 E (Eléctrico) (.pdf, 280 kB)

Video: a trip with Eléctrico 28E

The video shows scenes from a ride onboard the Eléctrico 28E through Lisbon. The film also makes it very clear why it is not allowed to lean your head or body out of the window – the route, especially in the Alfalma is so tight in some areas that you can barely fit a hand’s width between the tram and the wall of a house.

We also deliberately omitted the typical background noises you hear onboard the tram, they simply belong with it and one must experience it. Enjoy climbing on board and the journey!