{"id":1544,"date":"2018-11-27T10:47:17","date_gmt":"2018-11-27T10:47:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devourlisbonfoodtours.com\/?p=1544"},"modified":"2018-11-27T10:47:17","modified_gmt":"2018-11-27T10:47:17","slug":"lisbon-tram-28","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/lisbon-tram-28\/","title":{"rendered":"Lisbon Tram 28: 9 Things You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The clattering mustard-yellow trams are one of Lisbon\u2019s most iconic symbols.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Anyone visiting Lisbon will stop and turn to the sound of a tram squealing its way on the rails through traffic. These antique electric vehicles are the city\u2019s most photographed public transportation and Lisbon tram 28 is the star among them. Before hopping on a piece of Lisbon\u2019s history, read Devour Lisbon\u2019s tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Moderately Vintage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Carris, the company operating trams and buses in Lisbon, began using electric trams in 1901 but the ones you ride on today aren\u2019t that old. Some were built between 1936 and 1947 and some between 1995 and 1996.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Lisbon Tram 28 is Public Transportation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite being advertised as the cheapest tour in Lisbon, tram 28 is actually public transportation. A lot of tourists tend to use it as a more affordable option than hop-on-hop-off buses, but that\u2019s not a responsible way to visit the city and it takes away the tram from locals who depend on it on a daily basis. If you want the touristic option, look for the red trams doing tours on the same route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lisbon Tram 28 is a public transportation. To avoid lines and crowds, tourists can use the red tour trams instead.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

3. Respect the Etiquette<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A responsible tourism guide<\/a> to Lisbon, or any other city, will be upfront about respecting the locals\u2019 daily routines. The same goes for public transportation etiquette, inside and outside the tram. Respect the line, step back and wait for the next one if you\u2019re not in a hurry, and give your seat to those who need it most. Following these rules is not that hard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Purchase Tickets in Advance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the things to know before traveling to Lisbon is that you can buy a Viva Card in advance (\u20ac0.50)<\/a> and top it off with cash instead of tickets. Not only are the tickets cheaper using this card, the public transportation Carris endorses this ticket buying method. Neither you or the driver have to struggle to get change and the line moves a lot quicker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. How to Beat the Crowds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your desire to hop on Lisbon Tram 28 is to merely do the iconic route, then beat the tourist crowds by getting to the first stop, Martim Moniz, as early as possible in the morning. From 7 to 8 a.m. there\u2019s practically one tram every 10 minutes. Lisbon trams are known for breaking down from time to time; therefore actual times may vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As an alternative, do the route in reverse starting in Campo Ourique (Prazeres) and ending in Martim Moniz. To reach Campo de Ourique, take the 709 bus from Restauradores and get off at the final stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One of the best ways to avoid lines and crowds is to catch Lisbon tram 28 early in the morning. Photo credit: Sandra Henriques Gajjar<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

6. Understanding the Stops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Usually, the last stop will say descida<\/em> or terminal<\/em> and the initial stop will say subida<\/em> or in\u00edcio<\/em>. For the tram 28, they won\u2019t be too far apart. All passengers must hop off on the last stop, even if they plan to do the route in reverse. Passengers must leave the tram and join the line again on the initial stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Small Buses with a 28E Sign<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not unusual to see small buses with a 28E sign, which usually leaves visitors feeling confused. Yes, 28E is, in fact, a tram but it\u2019s also a route. In case a tram broke down or is stuck in traffic because someone double parked on the rails, Carris must keep the route moving. If you\u2019re waiting at the stop just to go from point A to point B, hop in. Your ticket will be valid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Same Trams, Different Routes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Riding on the Lisbon tram 28 is indeed a memorable experience if you\u2019re keen on that specific route. But at Devour Lisbon we\u2019d like to challenge you to explore more, get to know that Lisbon off the beaten path. Tram 12E, for example, starts and ends in Martim Moniz, passing by parts of Alfama. Tram 18E starts in Cais do Sodr\u00e9 and takes you through the lesser-explored areas of Santos, Alc\u00e2ntara, and Ajuda (not available on Sundays and national holidays). Recently restored after 23 years, the tram 24E starts in Largo Cam\u00f5es, takes you through Rato and Amoreiras (only accessible by Metro or bus before), and ends in Campolide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insider tip:<\/strong> The stop for 24E is the same for 28E in Largo Cam\u00f5es. The line, however, is much smaller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you want a less crowded alternative to tram 28, hop on tram 24 instead. Photo credit: Sandra Henriques Gajjar<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

9. It\u2019s a Pickpocketer\u2019s Heaven<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lisbon is a safe city, but pickpocketers are extremely organized and typically work as a family. For years, tram 28 was one of their favorite hangout spots. A small vehicle crowded with amazed tourists paying more attention to the views than their belongings was perfect. These days, most trams ride with one or two police officers in the back.<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The clattering mustard-yellow trams are one of Lisbon\u2019s most iconic symbols. Anyone visiting Lisbon will stop and turn to the sound of a tram squealing its way on the rails through traffic. These antique electric vehicles are the city\u2019s most photographed public transportation and Lisbon tram 28 is the star among them. 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