Ride the Iconic Bica Funicular: A Scenic Journey Through Lisbon
Experience Lisbon's breathtaking views on the historic Bica Funicular - a charming journey through the city's vibrant neighborhoods and stunning landscapes.
The Bica Funicular is a historic cable car in the heart of Lisbon, offering tourists a unique and picturesque ride up the steep hills of the city. With its charming design and stunning views, this funicular is a must-visit attraction that captures the essence of Lisbon's vibrant culture and stunning landscape.
A brief summary to Bica Funicular
- R. da Bica de Duarte Belo 81 53, Lisbon, 1200-109, PT
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid peak tourist crowds.
- Have your camera ready for stunning views, especially at sunset.
- Explore the surrounding Bairro Alto neighborhood after your ride for great dining options.
Getting There
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Walking
If you are in the center of Setúbal, head towards the Setúbal train station located at Av. da Liberdade 30. From the train station, walk to the bus stop at the nearby Avenida 5 de Outubro. Take the bus number 500 towards Lisbon. After approximately 1 hour of travel, you will arrive at the Cais do Sodré bus terminal in Lisbon. From there, walk towards the Cais do Sodré metro station and take the Green Line (Linha Verde) towards Telheiras. Get off at the Chiado station. Once you exit the station, follow the signs towards Rua do Carmo. Walk along Rua do Carmo until you reach the Largo do Carmo. From the Largo do Carmo, head down the Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo. The Bica Funicular will be on your right at number 81-53.
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Bus
From Setúbal, go to the Setúbal bus terminal located near the city center. Purchase a ticket for a bus heading to Lisbon (Lisboa). The journey takes about 1 hour. Once you arrive at the Lisbon bus terminal (Sete Rios or Campo Grande), look for the metro entrance. Take the Blue Line (Linha Azul) towards Santa Apolónia. Change at the Baixa-Chiado station and transfer to the Green Line (Linha Verde) towards Cais do Sodré. Get off at the Chiado station. Exit the station and head towards Rua do Carmo. Proceed to Largo do Carmo and continue down Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo. The Bica Funicular is located at number 81-53.
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Train
Start from Setúbal train station at Av. da Liberdade. Purchase a ticket to Lisbon (Lisboa) and board the train heading to Lisbon. The train journey takes about 30-40 minutes. Arriving at the Cais do Sodré train station, exit and walk towards the Cais do Sodré metro station. Take the Green Line (Linha Verde) towards Telheiras and get off at Chiado station. From there, follow the signs to Rua do Carmo, then continue to Largo do Carmo. Finally, walk down Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo, where you'll find the Bica Funicular at number 81-53.
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