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Lisbon hop-on hop-off buses and tour bus review

Hop-on hop-off tour buses provide a great way to discover Lisbon, and are ideal for visitors new to the city. The tour busses offer a convenient method to view all of the major tourist sights and districts in a single (long) day and indicate to visitors which areas to be explore further in-depth and at a leisure pace.

The main issue with the hop-on hop-off tour buses is due to the rapid growth of tourism in Lisbon; there are simply to many tourists for the services. During the summer expect full buses and long waits for popular routes. This guide will provide an introduction to the hop-on hop-off tour buses of Lisbon.

Positives Good value Easy method to see the entire city Much better value than tuk-tuk tours Generous 24hour tickets (instead of 1 calendar day)

Negatives Poor commentary Long waits and full buses in summer Too many additional options and up-sales (ferries, trams, length of time etc)

How to get the most from the Hop-on hop-off tour buses

• Go round the entire route first and then leave at the areas which seem interesting. • Tickets are valid for 24hour periods, don’t forget to use them the following morning! • Always know the time of the last bus • The provided headphones are junk, bring your own. • Don’t expect much from the commentary – all companies are equally poor. • Combined tickets offer better value but only pay for what you’re going to use • Note the length of time between tour buses – certain routes only have a service every 90minutes • Belem in the west should be visited before Parque de Nations in the north east.

A Yellow Bus Official Sightseeing Tours bus

The Three Tour Bus Companies

There is a multitude of different ticket sellers, and endless route options, but basically there are three main tour bus companies: • Yellow Bus Official Sightseeing Tours - Carristur (Owned by Carris the state bus company) • Lisbon Sightseeing - Gray Line (Franchise operated by Cityrama) • City Sightseeing (Franchise operated by Douroacima, LDA)

Carristur operate yellow buses while Gray Line and City Sightseeing run red buses. As Carristur are owned by the public transport company of Lisbon (Carris) they have their main hub in the centre of Baixa in the Praça da Figueira. The other two companies have their hub at the Praça Marquês de Pombal, a little way from the centre of Lisbon. A selection of the best bus tours are:

Are the Hop-on hop-off buses good value?

The Hop-on hop-off buses have their flaws but are one of the better value tourist activities in Lisbon. There are so many different options for the bus tickets but a typical 24-hour ticket costs around €20 and is significantly better value than the tuk-tuk tours. A 1-hour tuk-tuk tour for 3 people of just central Lisbon is around €50 and to include Belem would be more than €100.

The open-air tour buses are also great value when compared to similar tours in other popular holiday destinations, tours in Paris, Rome and London are 50-100% more expensive. The tour tickets are for 24 or 48 hours, which is much better than just providing a single day, and allows time on the following morning to use the ticket.

A City Sightseeing tour bus

The tour buses are very poor value when compared to public transport in Lisbon. A single metro ticket costs €1.90 and an unlimited 24-hour public transport ticket only costs €6.00. These unlimited tickets are exceptional value as they include the number 28 tram, the Elevador de Santa Justa and the Elevador da Gloria – three great tourist attractions for free!

Basic Routes and Extra Options or Upsells

All three of the Hop-on hop-off bus companies have two basic routes and a series of additional upsells and addons. At the core of each company’s routes will be one route heading from central Lisbon west to Belem and a secondary route covering the eastern and northern sides of Lisbon. The tour to the west and Belem should always be the first route taken, this is the Tagus Bus Tour (Carristur), Belém Line (Grayline) and Red Line (City Sightseeing).

The bus tours to the north and eastern sides of Lisbon visit the ultra-modern Parque das Nações but there can be long spells of not much to see. The Parque das Nações is great for a half day but can be easily reached by metro or the 728 bus. The Olisipo Bus Tour (Carristur), Oriente Line (Grayline) and Blue Line (City Sightseeing) routes will have less stops that you want to get off at and it’s probably better just to remain on the bus for the entire route.

The Parque das Nações

The tour operators may include tour routes of the castle or Alfama but due to the narrow roads only small buses (or trams) can make this route. During the summer, these specialist routes can become very crowded. The districts of Alfama and Baixa are best explored by foot and while waiting for a tour bus/tram the majority of the district could have been explored!

A tram tour addon is always enjoyable, as the once scenic number 28 tram is always crowded and now plagued with pickpockets.

Hop-on hop-off tour bus routes

The next section details the main sights and attractions at each of the stops along the route. For this section, we have followed the Carristur Yellow Bus Official Sightseeing routes as this is the most popular tour company in Lisbon.

Tagus Route - Yellow Bus Official Sightseeing

Restauradores: The Eden Theatre, regarded as the best example of Art Deco in Portugal faces onto this square with its large monument commemorating Portugal’s independence from Spanish  rule. The funicular Elevador da Gloria, starts from here and slow grinds up the steep hill. Av. da Liberdade: Tree lined avenue which is the central attraction during the popular saint festivities. Marquês de Pombal: The statue in the centre of the roundabout is the Marquês de Pombal who redesigned Rossio and Baixa after the earthquake of 1755 . The hop on off tour stops at the top of the large park (Parque Eduardo VII) and makes for a pleasant.

Saldanha: Home to 2 large and very expensive shopping centers not really any point to hop off. Campo Pequeno: Lisbon’s bull ring is influence by the Moorish style of building and originates from 1892 in a Moorish style. Unlike the bullfighting in Portugal’s larger neighbor, the bulls are not put to death after the spectacle and are considerable less distressed. Below the bull ring is a good shopping center Atrium Saldana.

Praça de Espanha : This square contains the imposing Arch of St Benedict. Close by is the Foundation Calouste Gulbenkian, a world-class museum and cultural center. Parque Eduardo VII: Named after the visit of King Edward VII (UK) in 1907 to Lisbon. The viewing platform offers views down the park and over historic Lisbon (Rossio and Baixa)

Amoreiras: The business district of Lisbon, with the distinctive Amoreiras Towers – which in my opinion  are extremely ugly. Estrela: A pleasant stop for the 18th century neoclassical Estrela Basilica and the Jardim da Estrela . The docks: The trendy bar and restaurant district close to the Ponte Abril bridge. During day time can be very quiet and is expensive to eat here.

Fundação Oriente: The location of the Orient Museum Torre de Belem: The first stop in the pretty district of Belem. Mosteiro dos Jeronimos: The grand monastery built on the site where Vasco da Gama spent his last night before his momentous voyage.

Belem: This stop is  just outside the famous Pastry Natus the home of Lisbon’s custard tart and a great place for a Bica (strong coffee) The trams also leave from this location for Praça do Commercial. Museu da Carris: The Carris transport museum, convenient as this is a Carris tour!

Museu de Arte Antiga: The Ancient Art Museum contains important European works by artists such as Bosch, Dürer, and Raphael. You can also see interesting 16th century Japanese screens recording the arrival of the Portuguese in Japan and much more. Praça Comércio: The historic docks of Lisbon where adventures and sailors would sell their wares to the merchants of the Iberian Peninsula.

Olisipo Route - Yellow Bus Official Sightseeing

Praça Comércio: The central square surrounded by traditionally painted yellow government offices Alfama: The oldest district of Lisbon, once a haven for all the undesirables now full of character and step streets. A labyrinth of narrow streets and the oldest part of Lisbon. Campo de Santa Clara: Location for large market on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Estação Santa Apolonia: Old central railway station with connections to the north and Europe. Museu da Agua: Museum of water, Lisbon has always suffered with shortages of drinking water and has lead to the construction of some of Lisbon’s most grand architecture, eg the 14 mile aqueduct. Museu do Azulejo: Museum focusing on the tradition of  paint on  tiles. Poço do Bispo: Port area and estuary of the River Tagus.

Parque das Nações: The location of Expo 98 and the modern side of Lisbon. This area less than 20 years ago was abandoned docks and oil processing  now is the wealthiest place in the city. Gare do Oriente: A stunningly train station built over 3 levels of ultra modernism , the station connects to Vasco da Gama shopping center. Aeroporto: Lisbon Airport. Entrecampos: A square containing a monument to the heroes of the Peninsula War. Sete Rios: Supposedly the location of seven rivers but all I see is lots of buses as this is the location of the main coach station. Av. José Malhoa: The financial district of Lisbon. El corte Ingles: Huge branch of a major Spanish department store. Parque Eduardo VII: Parque Eduardo named after the visit of King Edward VII (UK) in 1907 to Lisbon. The viewing platform offers views down the park and over historic Lisbon ( Rossio and Baixa ) Principe Real: This district has a pleasant square and garden and colorful 19th century mansions. Bairro Alto: By day the narrow streets appear graffiti covered and dingy but by night this is the trendiest area of Lisbon, lots of small bars, drinking on the street and a great atmosphere, just don’t drink to much and keep an eye on your wallet. Chiado : The theater district of Lisbon which was burnt to the ground in a major fire of 1988. There has been a massive regeneration program and is a great area for shopping.

Further Information about Lisbon Tour Buses

There are three companies which operate hop-on hop-off tours of Lisbon and each of the companies offer similar routes, prices and services. All three companies offer two separate routes that last for around 90 minutes.

For all of the tour companies the route which heads north and west (to Belem) is more interesting than the north and east (to Expo Park) route and should be the first route travelled.

The original tour bus company of Lisbon operate the yellow buses and is a subsidiary of Carris the main bus and tram company of Lisbon. The yellow bus tour company offer two bus routes, a single route ticket costs €15.00 and the ticket is valid for 24 hours while the price for both routes is €24.00.

The main advantage of the yellow bus tours is that their tickets allow for unlimited travel on all standard buses, trams and includes the Elevador de Santa Justa. Carris tours have more buses running their routes and run longer into the night but their commentary is the weakest.

Lisbon Tour Buses Further Information

City Sightseeing operates the red buses and their two routes that are almost identical to the Yellow Bus Company. The City Sightseeing 24 hour ticket for both routes is better value at €18.00 but they have the less buses than Carris meaning waits for buses are longer.

The third company is Grayline tour buses who again operate red buses, the ticket they offer is slightly different and lasts for 48 hours but costs €20. Grayline offer 3 routes and are probably the best option for tourists with more time but Grayline tour have fewer services than Carris.

In conclusion all three companies offer a very similar service and tourist should be on the look out for internet offers or local offers before as on board prices will always be more expensive. One of the main consideration is choosing to join a tour bus is the price of a ticket which is very expensive when compared to the cheap price of public transport in Lisbon.

The main hub and start of all the tours is at Praça do Marquês de Pombal (top of Avenida da Liberdade) on the Yellow metro line. This is the easiest location to join each of the tours especially for Grayline and City Sightseeing as their main stops in Baixa are not very obvious. At Marquis of Pombal there are always tour buses waiting.

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Yellowbus Tours offers sightseeing tours in double-decker buses, on rails with the old trams, or by boat through the Tagus River. Tickets range from 24h to 72hrs and during this time you can also enjoy the Carris trams as well as our Aerobus service.

Visit Lisbon on a double-decker bus from the historic city centre to the monumental area of Belém (Tagus Tour) or modern Lisbon (Olisipo Tour). Visit the old quarters on the famous tram (Hills Tramcar Tour) or discover Belém (Belem Tramcar Tour).

You can peacefully enjoy the view of Lisbon from the river on the Yellow Boat Tour.

After you have seen and tasted the city's delights, we offer tours to the romantic town of Sintra or to the Fatima Sanctuary, where you can also visit the medieval town of Óbidos, Nazaré beach, and World Heritage Batalha.

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The Lisbon sightseeing buses are popular way for tourists to explore the city’s major attractions at their own pace. These open-top, double-decker buses offer a hop-on-hop-off service, allowing passengers to disembark at various points of interest and rejoin the tour when they are ready.

The buses follow carefully planned routes that cover significant landmarks and historical sites across Lisbon.

Yellow Bus Lisbon Overview

The most popular hop-on hop-off buses in Lisbon is more commonly referred to as the ‘ Yellow Bus Lisbon ‘.

Passengers can enjoy informative audio commentary available in multiple languages, providing insights as they pass by iconic Lisbon sites .

The buses run on a frequent schedule, usually with a waiting time of around 20-30 minutes between each bus .

Main stops include Jeronimos Monastery , Belem Tower , and Parque Eduardo VII

Top Tip : The Yellow Bus Lisbon tour does provide headphones fro free, but they aren’t the best, so bring your own for a better audio option.

There are multiple different options and routes when looking to book the Yellow Bus Lisbon tour, so be careful and make sure you are booking the one most relevant to you. Some include a tour on the tram, some include a different route, and some include the Yellow Boat.

For the central bus route ( tickets linked above ) that includes the majority of major attractions you want to make sure you are booked on the ‘ Belem Lisbon Tour ‘.

For a full rundown of the different options you can visit the official Yellow Bus Tours Lisbon website .

Benefits of Using a Hop On Hop Off Bus Lisbon

Using a hop-on hop-off bus in Lisbon is a convenient and flexible way to see the city, especially if you’re short on time or it’s your first visit. These buses cover most of the major sights , from the iconic Jeronimos Monastery to the bustling Belem neighbourhood.

You can get off at any stop that interests you, spend as much time as you want there, and then catch the next bus to continue your tour. It’s like having a taxi service that comes with a guided tour, only a lot cheaper.

Another cool thing is that the buses usually offer audio guides in multiple languages , so you can learn about the landmarks as you pass by them. It’s a great way to get an overview of the city and figure out which spots you might want to go back and explore more.

Plus, you don’t have to worry about navigating public transport or spending money on multiple taxi rides. The bus routes are designed to be tourist-friendly , and they often operate from early morning to late evening, giving you a lot of flexibility.

I’ve found that the majority of central hotels in Lisbon have a stop close to the sight-seeing bus, so it’s an excellent way to get around and save some money on transport !

Lisbon Yellow Bus Hop On Hop Off Bus Stops

The Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour has 16 stops where you can get on or off the bus to explore the city at your own pace. Here’s the list of all the stops:

• Praça da Figueira
• Restauradores
• Marquês de Pombal
• El Corte Inglês
• Parque Eduardo VII
• Amoreiras shopping
• Basílica da Estrela
• Belém| Museu dos Coches
• Mosteiro dos Jerónimos
• Torre de Belém
• Padrão dos Descobrimentos
• Docas (Terminal Cruzeiros / Cruise Terminal)
• Avenida da Liberdade

The hop-on hop-off bus service in Lisbon operates every day and passes by all stops every 30 or 40 minutes from 10 am to 9 pm , making it a super convenient option for sightseeing in Lisbon​.

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The Ultimate Guide to Hop-On Hop-Off Tours in Lisbon

For me, hop on hop off Lisbon tours are a great way to see a lot of this city in a short amount of time.

I mean, what’s not to love? You’re given an audio guide, giving you guidance and at the same time freedom to venture out from the group when something else captures your attention.

Stay with me and find out if a hop on hop off tour in Lisbon is really worth your money, get to know the itineraries, costs and how to book the tickets.

Hop on hop off tours in Lisbon

Although generally more expensive than a regular transit pass, hop-on-hop-off tours are focused on getting you to all the main sights in a timely fashion, and you might even meet some likeminded tourists along the way.

Lisbon is one of many cities that has welcomed the hop on hop off tour industry and has several different companies offering comparable tours around the city.

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One or two days hop on hop off tours in Lisbon

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Hop on hop off tours are a good option for tourists, especially those who are visiting for the first time or who are working with a limited timeframe.

Each hop on hop off tour provider operating in Lisbon delivers a convenient method to view all of the major tourist sights and districts in a single day while indicating to visitors which areas can be explored in further depth later if time permits.

Assuming you’re looking to pack a lot into a day, you probably won’t regret choosing a hop on hop off Lisbon tour. That being said, be warned that you’re sure to have lots of company.

Due to the rapid growth of tourism in Lisbon, there are many tourists for the hop on hop off tours to accommodate.

Tours are popular during summer

Especially during the summer months, you should expect full buses and long waits for popular routes.

Staying more than one day in Lisbon

If you are planning to stay more than one day in Lisbon, it might still be great to have do an hop on hop off tour as it will allow you to meet faster all the places in Lisbon and afterwards re-visit your favourite one’s.

Consider also visiting Sintra , one of the most beautiful places in Portugal, and it’s only 30 minutes from Lisbon.

Hop on hop off Lisbon tour providers

There is a multitude of different vendors scattered throughout the city selling tickets for the three main hop on hop off tour companies:

• Yellow Bus Official Sightseeing Tours
• City Sightseeing

Lisbon Yellow Bus Official operates yellow buses while Gray Line and City Sightseeing run red buses.

As Yellow Bus Official, or Carristur (tram tour), are owned by Carris, the public transport company of Lisbon, they have their main hub in the centre of Baixa in the Praça da Figueira.

The other two companies have their hub at the Praça Marquês de Pombal, a little way from the historic centre of Lisbon.

Lisbon hop on hop off tours by tram

If you’d rather experience the city by tram, you can ride up and down the hills of Lisbon on Lisbon Hills hop on hop off tour. You can bounce around any of the 9 stops on the route, in the traditional quarters of Alfama, Graça, Chiado, Bairro Alto, and Lapa with a 24-hour ticket.

You can discover Lisbon on a vintage tram for 24-hours for only €18! Buy it now and check out one more thing from your to-do list.

Hop on hop off Lisbon tour, understand the costs and features

Most hop on hop off tour companies now offer different types of tickets that extend over various periods of time or incorporate addition sights, in general though, a 24-hour ticket costs around €20.

Let’s take a look at the offers now.

Gray Line hop on hop off Lisbon bus tour

The Gray Line hop on hop off Lisbon bus tour includes the following features:

• Hop on Hop Off bus tours around Lisbon
• 48-hour Lisbon sightseeing hop on hop off ticket (Belém Oriente Lines)
• Free Wifi on board of the buses
• More than 54 Stops throughout Lisbon and the surrounding area
• You can visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites (ex: Jeronimos Monastery )
• Discounts on major attractions or holiday destinations of Portugal such as monuments, museums, restaurants and shops
• 1-hour Segway ride
• Passengers’ insurance and helmet
• Historical itinerary with photo stops
• 20-minute Tuk-Tuk tour

This tour costs 44€, it’s the most expensive one available, but also the one with more features included.

If you wish, you can book it in advance through get your guide.

CitySightseeing hop on hop off tour of Lisbon

• Hop on hop off ticket valid for 24 hours
• Stroll through delightful city squares, including Praça do Município, Praça do Comércio, and Praça do Rossio
• Wander through beautiful gardens – Jardim da Estrela and Jardim do Principe Real
• Marvel at Lisbon’s cathedrals
• Discover the fashionable bars and clubs at the docks of Alcântara and the district of Santos

CitySightseeing includes a tour for the must-see points of interests in Lisbon. The price for the tour is €20 and you can book it through getyourguide and get your tickets now.

Lisbon Yellow Bus hop on hop off tour

Lisbon Yellow bus hop on hop off tour includes the following features:

• Ticket for 2double-decker bus tours
• Free access to the public transport network (Aerobus, trams, funiculars, and the Santa Justa Elevator)
• Audio guide in 12 languages (Portuguese, English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese in Brasil, Swedish and Mandarin)

Including exclusive free access to public transportation in Portugal , such as the tram, the Yellow bus hop on hop off Lisbon tour is also a good choice. It costs 18€ and you can also buy it online through getyourguide , avoid queues and get instant access to your ticket.

Lisbon Hills hop on hop off Tram Tour

Lisbon hills hop on hop off tram tour includes the following features:

• 24-hour hop on hop off tram tour
• Audio guide available in 12 languages (Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Swedish)
• Yellow Bus discount booklet with savings at restaurants, bars, shops, and attractions
• Entrance to the Santa Justa Lift

The price for this tour is 18€ and you can book it here.

For comparison, this is significantly better value than a tuk-tuk tours, which could run you upwards of €50 just to visit one or two sights.

What’s the itinerary of the hop on hop off tours in Lisbon?

At the core of each company’s itineraries will be one route heading from central Lisbon west to Belém and a secondary route covering the eastern and northern sides of Lisbon.

If you have to choose one, the tour to the west and Belém should always be the first route taken as it provides the best overview and allows you to properly orient yourself in the city.

This is the Tagus Bus Tour (Carristur), Belém Line (Grayline) and Red Line (City Sightseeing).

Castle of Alfama

The hop on hop off tour operators may include tour routes of the castle or Alfama, but keep in mind that due to the narrow roads only small buses or trams can make this route.

On summer routes can be crowded

During the summer, these routes, in particular, can become extremely crowded and traffic-clogged.

Districts to discover on foot

When planning how you want to tackle the city, keep in mind that the districts of Alfama and Baixa are really best discovered on foot. If you insist on taking a bus to see these areas, be aware that you’re likely to end up spending just as much time waiting as you are exploring.

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Main stops on the Lisbon hop-on-hop-off tours

The Tagus Route of the Yellow Bus Official Sightseeing provides a good overview of the city and beginning with The Eden Theatre in Restauradores, one of the finest examples of Art Deco in Portugal, through to the infamous Torre de Belém, you will be able to cover most of the major sights.

In Restauradores you’ll also see the start of the funicular Elevador da Glória, which from here, begins its slow grinds up a steep hill. I really recommend this tour .

You’ll also get to see the tree-lined Avenue da Liberdade , which is the central attraction during the popular saint festivities.

The hop on hop off tour also stops at the top of the large park, Parque Eduardo VII, which is a lovely place to relax, offers views down the park and over the historic areas of Rossio and Baixa and is just up from Marquês de Pombal roundabout.

You’ll then continue on to Praça de Espanha, a square that contains the imposing Arch of St Benedict and is just minutes away from the Foundation Calouste Gulbenkian, a world-class museum and cultural centre.

You’ll also get the chance to explore Estrela, a pleasant stop for the 18th century neoclassical Estrela Basílica and the Jardim da Estrela.

You can also see our guide on the top 10 momenuments of Lisbon

Moving further west, you’ll approach the docks, a trendy bar and restaurant district close to the bridge Ponte 25 de Abril, where you’ll also find the Fundação Oriente, and Oriental Museum (Museu do Oriente).

In Belém, you can expect to see the Torre de Belém and the grand Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, a beautiful monastery built on the site where Vasco da Gama spent his last night before his momentous voyage.

You’ll also stop right by the home of Lisbon’s world-famous custard tart, the pastel de nata. Close by you can also check out the Museu de Arte Antiga, an ancient art museum that contains important European works by artists such as Bosch, Dürer, and Raphael.

You’re going to be very close to some of the coolest museums in Lisbon , why don’t you take some time and go see them?

Are the hop on hop off tours Lisbon tours worth it?

Doing an hop on hop off lisbon tour is a great experience. While some may prefer to walk, there are many people who enjoying taking the bus to get to know the city in a comfortable (and fast) way.

Advantages of doing the Lisbon hop on hop off tour

Hop on hop off tours definitely offer some notable advantages. For example, it’s nice starting out already knowing the cost of the day’s transportation and not having to deal with the stress of navigating.

Likewise, if you’re trying to soak in as much as possible, hop on hop off Lisbon tours allow you to see a lot that you would miss if using Lisbon’s underground transportation system.

In general, the tour buses offer the convenience of movement throughout the city and give you the option to come and go as you please.

Disadvantages of Lisbon hop on hop off tours

The biggest drawback in the fact that the buses can get extremely crowded, and especially if you’re travelling with a group, you might not be able to sit together and will have to deal with reaching over strangers to plug in your audio guide headphones or adjust the volume.

That being said, if you don’t mind being in the mix with other tourists, hop on hop off tours really can’t be beaten in terms of allowing you to see the most in the shortest amount of time.

All the tours mentioned here offer reliable services and thanks to multiple providers, prices are kept competitive.

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You can find on this page the Lisbon Bus Tour map to print and to download in PDF. The Lisbon sightseeing bus map presents the tourist buses "Hop On Hop Off" and "Big Bus" of Lisbon in Portugal.

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Map of Lisbon Hop On Hop Off

The Hop On Hop Off Lisbon map shows all routes of the tourist bus of Lisbon. This map of Lisbon Hop On Hop Off will allow you to visit the most emblematic monuments of Lisbon in Portugal. The map of Lisbon Hop On Hop Off is downloadable in PDF, printable and free.

Lisbon Hop On Hop Off tour buses provide a great way to discover Lisbon, and are ideal for visitors new to the city. Lisbon Hop On Hop Off tour buses offer a convenient method to view all of the major tourist sights and districts in a single (long) day as you can see in Lisbon Hop On Hop Off map and indicate to visitors which areas to be explore further in-depth and at a leisure pace.

From the Lisbon Hop On Hop Off bus, you will be guided through the city main attractions whether you stay on board for the full loop or you hop off on route to visit each attraction as its shown in Lisbon Hop On Hop Off map. You can customize your own tour by hopping off at your designated stop, and hopping on later. You can hop on and off as many times as you wish for 24 or 48 hours of sightseeing. Yellow and red buses operated by different companies offer similar routes and services.

Explore Portugal capital with ease during your hop on hop off Lisbon tour. With your tickets, you will discover one of the most ancient cities in the world. During your sightseeing trip, encounter the old-world charm of city, which is filled with yellow trams, cobbled streets, and Fado music as its mentioned in Lisbon Hop On Hop Off map. Start off your vacation with an introductory tour that covers about a dozen stops in the city. Or, satisfy your wanderlust with a scenic hop on hop off Tram tour.

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Map of Lisbon city sightseeing Big Bus

The Lisbon "Big-Bus" map shows all routes of the tourist bus of Lisbon. This map of Lisbon Big Bus will allow you to visit the most emblematic monuments of Lisbon in Portugal. The map of Lisbon Big Bus is downloadable in PDF, printable and free.

The Lisbon Tourist Sightseeing Big Bus is the best way to explore the city highlights in comfort. Lisbon Big Bus offers panoramic views over the Portuguese capital, and you can hop on and hop off at any of its many stops as you can see in Lisbon map Big Bus. Your Lisbon Tourist Bus ticket will be valid for 24 hours from the time of first use. So, if you first use it on a Monday at 3 pm, it will be valid until the Tuesday at 3 pm.

Lisbon Big Bus has three different routes to choose from with numerous stops along the way, allowing you to hop on and hop off whenever you would like so you can tailor your trip and explore the city at your own pace as its shown in Lisbon map Big Bus. Audioguides offered in English and other languages mean you wont miss any information about the iconic monuments that you will pass by.

Lisbon Big Bus tour are also great value when compared to similar tours in other popular holiday destinations (see Lisbon map Big Bus), tours in Paris, Rome and London are 50-100% more expensive. Lisbon Big Bus tour tickets are for 24 or 48 hours, which is much better than just providing a single day, and allows time on the following morning to use the ticket.

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Hop On Hop Off Lisbon - Bus Tours

Hop-on Hop-off Lisbon is a highly flexible way to travel around town and see all the Lisbon attractions. Get on a Yellow Bus Lisbon on the choice of your route and enjoy the flexibility to get off wherever you like. Travel effortlessly around Portugal’s capital while exploring major attractions like the Castle of São Jorge, Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa, and more. Lisbon hop-on hop-off is one of the best things to do in the city when you’re looking for a different perspective.

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It was an easy process to buy online. We also enjoyed our boat ride.. we received more information on the boat ride than we did on the bus

Jennifer Crager

I usually have a wonderful time on these hop on hop off tours but the tour in Lisbon was not up to par. No sound on one bus for history or stop info. The check in people were great though. Would like some money back.

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Easy to buy online. Saves standing in line.

Experience Lisbon in Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

Explore Portugal’s capital with ease during your hop-on hop-off Lisbon city tour. With your Lisbon bus tickets, you’ll discover one of the most ancient cities in the world. The birthplace of Fado music, Lisbon is known for its gorgeous pastel-colored buildings, bridges, shopping options, lively nightlife, and more. 

During your sightseeing trip, encounter the old-world charm of the city, which is filled with yellow trams, cobbled streets, and Fado music. Start off your vacation with an introductory tour that covers about a dozen stops in the city. Or satisfy your wanderlust with a scenic Lisbon Tram tour! You can even choose to ride on an Olisipo bus that will take you directly to popular places where the locals like to relax. And if you want the ultimate Lisbon experience, explore the city by land and water on trams, Olisipo busses, and even yellow boats.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: what is the best time to book the lisbon hop-on hop-off tour.

The summer months from March to October are the best to explore Lisbon. The weather is generally warm and sunny enough to enjoy its beaches as well. Also, there are fewer crowds during this time and you may be able to score great deals on accommodation and sightseeing tours.

Q: Where can I find a list of all the stops and a map of the various Lisbon hop-on hop-off tour routes?

You can visit the relevant product page and check the Useful Downloads section to find the latest information as routes, stops, and timings change frequently.

Q: Which Lisbon hop-on hop-off is the best?

Depending on your travel requirement, you can choose either the Yellow Bus Lisbon with the choice of routes or the Yellow Bus Belem with Modern Lisbon Hop-on Hop-Off tour to explore the best of the city in a convenient and comfortable manner.

Q: Where do I exchange my Lisbon bus tour voucher or paper ticket?

You will receive Lisbon bus tour vouchers on your smartphone. Since it is an E-voucher, you can show it at the time of arrival.

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For groups of 12 or more, you may send us an inquiry at [email protected]. Although we do not guarantee bulk deals for all our tours, there are some tours for which we can offer discounted pricing. Ordinary hop-on-hop-off bus tickets are entitled to group savings. Attractions, pass items and combo tickets aren't.

Due the nature of this type of tour and varying demand, group travellers should be aware that there is no guarantee that the group will be able to travel altogether as the available seats vary from stop to stop and depends on demand each day. The group may need to split up and/or wait for the next bus(s).

As, we cannot guarantee that the group shall be able to travel together as one group, therefore we will reduce the group size down to 4-5 smaller groups per ticket (depending upon group size).

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Enjoy the comprehensive tour to Lisbon with this Yellow Bus Hop-on Hop-off tour. With this tour, you get the opportunity to see the fabulous attractions. Onboard commentary will deliver the facts about this beautiful city. Enjoy the urban atmosphere and historical landmarks of the city. Lisbon Hop on Hop off at your pace and wander around streets to know the traditions and culture of the Lisbon.

• 24H or 48H - Unlimited Lisbon Hop On Hop Off Bus (as per the option chosen)
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• FREE access to Santa Justa Lift and viewpoint
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Know before you go, useful downloads, cancellation policy, frequently asked questions, q. are the tickets valid for the full day.

A. The ticket is valid for 24 or 48 hours, means you can enjoy the Hop on Hop off Bus service upto next 24/48 hours (depending upon ticket selected). The 24/48-Hours starts when you exchange the voucher first time.

Q. Is single ticket valid for both routes?

A. There is separate ticket option for Belem and Modern routes. If you wish to explore both routes, you can choose the ticket option that includes both route valid for 48 hours.

Q. Does Lisbon Hop on Hop off Bus go to Belem and Modern routes?

A. Yes, The Lisbon Hop on Hop off Bus goes to Belem and Modern routes.

Q. Do the buses run every day?

A. Yes, the Hop on Hop off Buses in Lisbon are operational every day in the year. But before booking please check the availability.

Q. Are the buses wheelchair accessible?

A. All the buses are wheelchair accessible and have ramp. There is dedicated place for 1 wheelchair per bus.

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