Getting around

Lisbon is serviced by a robust transportation system, build up on metro, bus, trams and urban trains. Here we list the main means of transportation and how you can use them.

Means of transportation

	Walking	The best way to get around the city. Get on your feet and explore!
	Cycling	Lisbon has 128km of dedicated cycle lanes. Discover the network at ciclovias.pt! You can ride them using the public bike system, GIRA. It has a fee of only 2€/day, including unlimited trips up to 30 minutes (+2€ per 45-90’). Download the app and get a bike here!
	Metro	Metro is the quickest way to cover distances inside the city. Find out more at Metro de Lisboa website.
	Bus/tram/lift	Buses cover the entire city, complementing the metro network for less dense areas accessibility. Trams and lifts allow you to discover the city hills and Belém. Discover the network at Carris website.

Tickets

Trips can be payed with contactless cards, being charged the same amount as for the board ticket. However, you can buy a Zapping card (0,50€ per card, one card per person) at the Metro machines and top it up with 3, 5 or 10€. Using this card, the individual trips are cheaper on buses and trams.

	Contactless/board ticket	Zapping
Metro	1,85€	1,66€
Bus	2,20€	1,85 €
Tram	3,20€	1,85 €
Lifts	4,20€	1,85€

As an alternative, you can buy a 24 hour card (at the Metro machines) valid for the whole network (metro+bus+tram+lifts), for only 7,00€.

Apps

Below you can find some apps that integrate information about Lisbon transportation system, allowing you to find the best route and track vehicles in real time!