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Route name: Red line
Attraction timings: October to April: 10am - 5:30pm
May to September: 10am - 6:30pm
Lisbon City Sightseeing Hop On Hop Off Tour
- Unlock the door to Lisbon sightseeing with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off ticket, allowing you to explore this coastal city at a leisurely rhythm.
- Traverse through Lisbon's coastal gems and UNESCO World Heritage sites along the Red and Blue lines dotted with 30+ stops.
- Why settle for less, when you can have it all? Upgrade your ticket for Green line access and explore 13 stops located near historic castles and palaces.
- Museum for water and tiles? The audio guide in 13 languages on the double-decker buses will regale you with stories of all the offbeat places.
- Stop by Vasco da Gama Tower, National Tile Museum, São Bento Palace, and more along your HOHO route.
- Unlock the door to Lisbon sightseeing with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off ticket, allowing you to explore this coastal city at a leisurely rhythm.
- Traverse through Lisbon's coastal gems and UNESCO World Heritage sites along the Red and Blue lines dotted with 30+ stops.
- Why settle for less, when you can have it all? Upgrade your ticket for Green line access and explore 13 stops located near historic castles and palaces.
- Museum for water and tiles? The audio guide in 13 languages on the double-decker buses will regale you with stories of all the offbeat places.
- Stop by Vasco da Gama Tower, National Tile Museum, São Bento Palace, and more along your HOHO route.
Inclusions
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Red and Blue lines
- Access to Green line (based on option selected)
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish & Ukrainian
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red line
- First bus: 9:30am from Marquis of Pombal Square
- Last bus: 6pm from Marquis of Pombal Square
- Frequency: Every 30 mins
- Popular stops: Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoveries
Blue line
- First bus: 10am from Marquis of Pombal Square
- Last bus: 6pm from Marquis of Pombal Square
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Popular stops: Vasco da Gama Tower, Oceanarium, National Tile Museum
Green line (optional)
- First bus: 10am from Marquis of Pombal Square
- Last bus: 6pm from Marquis of Pombal Square
- Frequency: Every 30 mins
- Popular stops: São Bento Palace, Saint George's Castle, National Pantheon
- The buses are wheelchair accessible.
- Wheelchairs must be no larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high to board the bus. If unsure, contact the service provider.
- The tour does not operate on Dec 25.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Why choose City Sightseeing bus tours
Quick comfort
Visit all the spots on your Lisbon bucket list with a hop-on hop-off pass. You don’t have to waste sightseeing time purchasing individual public transport tickets.
Ideal for kids & seniors
Hop-on hop-off passes are great for people traveling with young kids and seniors. You don’t have to deal with public transport crowds and can also explore attractions at a pace comfortable for everyone in your family.
Budget-friendly
Hop-on hop-off tours are light on your pocket. So, if you’re planning a budget trip to Lisbon, consider getting a hop-on hop-off pass for the duration of your stay.
Panoramic views
Climb onboard these open-top double-decker buses and experience Lisbon from a unique mobile perspective. Don’t forget to take pictures and videos of popular sights like Castelo S. Jorge, Pilar 7, Padrão Dos Descobrimentos, and more!
Multilingual audio guides
With a City Sightseeing Lisbon hop-on hop-off pass, you also get access to audio guides in multiple languages, including Portuguese, English, French, Dutch, and more.
City Sightseeing Lisbon: Routes, stop & maps
Red line
If you’d like to spend your day taking in Lisbon’s costal sites, hop on the red line. Keep an eye out for Torre De Belém, Jerónimos Monastery, Padrão Dos Descobrimentos, Pilar 7, Basílica Da Estrela, and many more.
Overview:
First stop: Marquês De Pombal
Timings: 9:30am - 6pm
Frequency: Every 30 minutes
No. of stops: 16
Blue line
Want to experience a day of fun and adventure with your kids? Then take the blue line to some iconic attractions in Lisbon, including Oceanarium, Museu Do Azulejo, Torre Vasco Da Gama, Jardim Zoológico, and Museu Da Água.
Overview:
First stop: Marquês De Pombal
Timings: 10am - 6pm
Frequency: Every 40 minutes
No. of stops: 18
Green line
See iconic castles and forts of Lisbon on the green line. Some sights you cannot miss are: Castelo S. Jorge, São Bento Palace, and National Pantheon.
Overview:
First stop: Marquês De Pombal
Timings: 10am - 6pm
Frequency: Every 30 minutes
No. of stops: 13
Highlights of your City Sightseeing Lisbon bus tour
Torre De Belém
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City Sightseeing Lisbon: Recommended itineraries
Lisbon in 1 day/24 hours
Lisbon in 2 days/48 hours
If you only have one day to spend in Lisbon, take the Blue Line and see some of the most popular spots in Lisbon.
- Begin your day with a visit to Lisbon’s Oceanarium. This immersive nature experience is a must-see for anyone interested in marine life and its conservation.
- After lunch, visit the Jardim Zoológico. You’ll see giraffes, elephants, Sumatran tigers, dolphins, and so many more animals in their natural habitats.
- In the late afternoon, hop back on the bus, and head to Museu Da Água, and experience a unique journey through the waterways of Lisbon.
- Head next to Museu Do Azulejo, Lisbon’s National Tile Museum, and learn more about a form of artistic expression unique to Portuguese culture.
- The final stop of your day must be a 360° view of Lisbon from atop the Torre Vasco Da Gama. After your visit, grab dinner in the neighborhood and end your day in high spirits.
Two days in Lisbon means you get to spend more time at attractions, while also adding more attractions to your list.
Day 1 - Red line: Begin your day with the Pilar 7 virtual reality experience. Get back on the bus and ride one stop to Museu Dos Coches, to see a collection of 17th to19th-century vintage coaches. After lunch, explore Mosteiro Dos Jerónimos. You can spend your late afternoon exploring Padrão Dos Descobrimentos and the surrounding neighborhood. Wrap up your day with a visit to the Basílica Da Estrela.
Day 2 - Blue line: To start your day, explore the diverse marine life at Lisbon’s Oceanarium. After a quick bite to eat, visit Jardim Zoológico, and see animals from all over the world conserved in their natural habitats. In the late afternoon, discover more about Lisbon’s rich history by visiting Museu Da Água and Museu Do Azulejo. Finally, take in the 360° view of Lisbon from the top of Torre Vasco Da Gama.
Frequently asked questions about Lisbon City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tours
Do my kids need separate tickets for the City Sightseeing Lisbon hop-on hop-off tour?
Yes, they do. However, kids between 4 to 12 get a discounted ticket while children up to the age of 4 can travel for free, with only their ID.
Are the Lisbon City Sightseeing buses wheelchair accessible?
Yes, they are. However, before booking your pass, check to see if the operator has mentioned any specifications for wheelchair dimensions.
How frequent are the City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off buses in Lisbon?
Depending on the route you selected, you can expect a bus every 30 to 40 minutes.
Do City Sightseeing Lisbon buses offer hotel pick-ups?
No, these tours do not offer hotel pick-ups. The stops on the routes are easy to access from most parts of the city.
Are restrooms available on the City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off buses?
No, restrooms aren’t available on hop-on hop-off buses. However, you can use the public restrooms available near hop-on hop-off stops or at major attractions.