"The best way to get to Campo de Ourique is by tram. Climb from the center, enjoy the ride 'til the last stop (Cemitério dos Prazeres) and then get lost in the grid of Campo the Ourique." - Fluor
"If you’re in search of Belém’s cultural and culinary adventures, you can simply hop on the sleek No. 15 tram from the city center to get around. But it’s the No. 28 that every visitor should weave into their itinerary. These vintage Remodelado streetcars, wooden and painted yellow, are a throwback to another era. In peak season, you could be waiting for an hour to board one of these beauties. But that retro feel, perched on a bench as the tram clatters its way through the city’s narrow streets and blares its horn, is priceless." - Alia Akkam, Chadner Navarro
"Tram 28 The city’s iconic wood-paneled Tram 28 rambles along a 4.3-mile route from Campo de Ourique to Praça Martim Moniz, navigating tight turns and steep inclines as it passes some of Lisbon ’s most endearing attractions. Originally commissioned in the 1930s, these classic Remodelado trams were in fact enlisted for their ability to handle Lisbon’s hilly terrain. They can get painfully crowded—wait times can be outrageous in the high season—so catch an early ride (5:40 a.m. most weekdays, or 6:45 a.m. on Sundays) for unobstructed views of hilltop neighborhoods like Graça and the Alfama."
"Tram 28 The city’s iconic wood-paneled Tram 28 rambles along a 4.3-mile route from Campo de Ourique to Praça Martim Moniz, navigating tight turns and steep inclines as it passes some of Lisbon ’s most endearing attractions. Originally commissioned in the 1930s, these classic Remodelado trams were in fact enlisted for their ability to handle Lisbon’s hilly terrain. They can get painfully crowded—wait times can be outrageous in the high season—so catch an early ride (5:40 a.m. most weekdays, or 6:45 a.m. on Sundays) for unobstructed views of hilltop neighborhoods like Graça and the Alfama."
Took tram 25e up to western end of route and got on this tram while empty (assured seat). We rode to the other end Martim-Moniz. We tried to pick a time not to interfere with local people needing the tram (1000). It was a weekday in late February (first cruise boat arrives 1 March), so it was not as busy as some of the horror stories that you read about. Overall, I guess that it is a "bucket list" sort of thing, but we tried hard not to make things difficult for local commuters.
Serafeim T.
Google
One of the best experience you can have . But instead of taking the tram to this terminal station with huge lines , you can go to.other local stations around without waiting for your turn. Avoid it in the mid day as it may passed and cannot enter from the amount of people use it. It.is better to catch early morning and you will be almost alone. Beautiful vibes and convenient for transfer around lisbon.
Kim R.
Google
Thus quaint old wooden tram really takes you back to a simpler time in Lisbon’s history when it was one of the only forms of transportation.
If you buy a MetroCard, you can do a complete return trip for only €1.90.
So many tight corners as the tram winds its way up and down the hills and passes other trams with only inches to spare… These drivers are rock stars!🤩
Alexander S.
Google
Interesting experience, imho a bit overrated. Tickets can be purchased for cache also for 3.25EUR. Usually queue to and a lot of people inside, if the goal not just transportation - better to wait tram with seats available. If you are standing - not much to see around.
Windows are not that transparent for good photos.
Jack
Google
Riding the iconic Tram 28 is a classic Lisbon experience, offering a scenic journey through historic neighborhoods like Alfama, Baixa, and Estrela in a vintage tram.
Ride is bit rough at times, depending on real time road conditions. Highly recommend to take for the experience.
Amit M.
Google
We took the 28E route starting from Campo Ourique ( Prazeres) which was the starting point - to avoid waiting too long and to get a good seat . The trams are around every 15 mins . Payment is only by Lisboa card and / or credit cards . No cash . If you do not have either Lisboa card or a credit card then you wont be allowed on. The tram has the option on the payment screen to allow payment for more than one person ( if in a group ) by credit card . The entire journey took around 40 mins from starting point to the end in the Moorish quarters and you get to see a lot of different sides of Lisbon you might normally not cover .
Jing T.
Google
It is quite an experience. Unless you really want to sit the whole route, you probably don’t need to jump on at the first station because there is a long line waiting. You can jump on from the second stop and you can still view all the nice spots without waiting for 45+ minutes
John Z.
Google
The tram pairs nicely with the architecture of Lisbon and this route takes you through the city's historical area. But I am not sure about the hype - tourists willing to wait hours for the tram. This might cause inconvenience to locals that might depend on it for their errands. Just find a street corner, wait for 10-15 minutes until one show up, and that's enough to enjoy it. Or you can take the train in early morning to full enjoy it yourself.