What is the fastest way from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Graça?

The fastest option is Metered taxi to Graça (Lisbon licensed taxi operators) with a typical duration of 25 min.

What is the cheapest way from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Graça?

The cheapest option is Metro to Martim Moniz + 15 min uphill walk (Metropolitano) at approximately €1.65.

Very. Graça sits 100 m above Baixa. Walking uphill with luggage takes 25–30 minutes.

What time is sunset at Senhora do Monte?

April–September around 19:30–21:00. Arrive 30 min early — bench seating is limited.

Is Tram 28 the only tram serving Graça?

Tram 28 is the most famous, but lines 12 and 25 also pass through Largo da Graça.

Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Graça: complete transport guide

Graça is a residential hilltop neighbourhood east of Alfama, famous for the Miradouro Senhora do Monte and Miradouro da Graça — two of Lisbon's best panoramic viewpoints. 8 km from Humberto Delgado Airport.

How do the options compare?

Option	Operator	Duration	Price	Frequency
Metro Red+Blue+Green + Tram 28	Metropolitano + Carris	50 min	€3.20	Tram 28 every 10 min
Metro to Martim Moniz + 15 min uphill walk	Metropolitano	45 min	€1.65	Every 5–8 min
Metered taxi to Graça	Lisbon licensed taxi operators	25 min	€13–18	On demand
Uber / Bolt / FreeNow	Uber, Bolt, FreeNow	25 min	€10–14	On demand via app
Carris 734 from Martim Moniz	Carris	50 min	€2.30	Every 15 min

Metro Red+Blue+Green + Tram 28?

Metro Red Line to São Sebastião, Blue to Restauradores, Green to Martim Moniz. Board Tram 28 east and ride to Graça stop (Largo da Graça).

Operator: Metropolitano + Carris
Duration: 50 min
Price: €3.20
Frequency: Tram 28 every 10 min
Where to board: Aeroporto Metro → Martim Moniz
Notes: Tram 28 is iconic and steep — watch luggage closely.

Source: Carris trams

Metro to Martim Moniz + 15 min uphill walk?

Metro to Martim Moniz then walk steeply uphill via Mouraria and Calçada do Forno do Tijolo into Graça.

Operator: Metropolitano
Duration: 45 min
Price: €1.65
Frequency: Every 5–8 min
Where to board: Aeroporto Metro station
Notes: Cheapest. The walk is taxing with luggage — consider taxi or tram instead.

Source: Metro Lisbon

Metered taxi to Graça?

Meter-based. Specify Miradouro da Graça or Largo da Graça as destination.

Operator: Lisbon licensed taxi operators
Duration: 25 min
Price: €13–18
Frequency: On demand
Where to board: Official rank at arrivals
Notes: Some narrow Graça streets are one-way; expect a 50 m walk to your exact door.

Source: ANA passenger info

Uber / Bolt / FreeNow?

Cheaper than the metered taxi. Bolt typically cheapest in Lisbon.

Operator: Uber, Bolt, FreeNow
Duration: 25 min
Price: €10–14
Frequency: On demand via app
Where to board: TVDE area at arrivals
Notes: Surge at sunset on Friday/Saturday — Graça viewpoints are tourist peaks.

Carris 734 from Martim Moniz?

After reaching Martim Moniz, take Carris bus 734 up the hill to Graça. Slower than tram but with luggage rack.

Operator: Carris
Duration: 50 min
Price: €2.30
Frequency: Every 15 min
Where to board: Aeroporto Metro → Martim Moniz
Notes: Better with bags than tram 28.

When should you pick each option?

Metro + Tram 28: Most scenic; touristy experience.
Metro + walk uphill: Cheapest; bad idea with heavy luggage.
Metered taxi: Recommended with bags — saves the steep uphill walk.
Uber / Bolt: Cheapest door-to-door.
Metro + Carris 734: Bus with luggage rack.

What are the practical tips?

Miradouro Senhora do Monte (1 min uphill from Graça centre) is Lisbon's highest viewpoint — visit at sunset.
Graça Church and the Igreja de São Vicente de Fora are 5 min apart and worth a combined visit.
Tile factory Casa Pereira da Conceição (Calçada da Graça) sells hand-painted Portuguese tiles.
Avoid Tram 28 in summer 10:00–18:00 — tourist queues are 30–60 minutes for boarding.

Data last verified: 2026-05-13.