Lisbon has lots of options for traveling within the city. For our American guests, we recommend Uber as an easy option for getting around (they are also very cheap in Lisbon!).

Lisbon’s metro is a fast and easy way to travel around the city. It has four color-coded lines (blue, yellow, green, and red) that connect most central neighborhoods, as well as the airport. To ride, you’ll need a rechargeable Viva Viagem card (available at machines in every station). Simply load it with single trips or a day pass, tap in at the gate, and you’re set to go. Stations are well signed in English and Portuguese.

Lisbon’s iconic yellow trams are a charming way to explore the city, especially in older neighborhoods where streets are too narrow for cars. The most famous is Tram 28, which winds through many of Lisbon’s historic districts. You’ll use the same Viva Viagem card as on the metro—just tap when you board.

Lisbon’s buses cover the whole city. They’re reliable, clean, and run from early morning until late at night (with a few night lines after the metro closes). You can use the same Viva Viagem card—just tap when you board. Buses are a good option if your route isn’t close to a metro station.

Lisbon’s suburban trains are the easiest way to reach spots outside the city, like Cascais (beachside) and Sintra (palaces and castles). Importantly, it can also take you to Belém, a neighborhood in the western part of Lisbon, where the wedding will take place. They run regularly however you will need to buy a different ticket at the station.