Editing Lisbon (section)

==== Trams and Buses ====

Buses and trams within Lisbon are operated by Carris. Besides the normal services, several special services for tourists and handicapped visitors (21 758 56 76 or 21 361 31 61). It's always cheaper if you buy your tickets in advance. The tourist circuits take visitors through Lisbon in open-top panoramic buses or in the 19th century trams. The Carris Tour, goes through down town and the historical site of Belém; the Hills Tour, takes the visitors to the historical city. Also not be missed are the funiculars of Bica and Glória. Try these unusual funiculars to get in touch with some of the most typical quarters of Lisbon.

As for the regular services, tickets can be bought onboard for €1,75 (bus) and €2,85 (tram). Alternatively you can use the cheaper [[Lisbon#7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Card|7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Cards]], check out that section for more information about tickets and pricing.

The regular network operates from approx 5:30AM to 1AM, however some lines only run until 9PM. At night (approx 1AM to 5AM), a network of night buses runs across the city.

The Carris network maps can be obtained [http://www.carris.pt/en/network-map/ here].

The timetable for each bus/tram can then be checked [http://www.carris.pt/en/buslines/ here]