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Funicular railway that leadss to the São Pedro de Alcântara Miradouro overlook above Lisbon.
Duration: < 1 hour
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The area
Neighbourhood: Chiado & Carmo
The traditionally trendy "Chiado" (literally, "squeak", the nickname of a 16th century poet) offers plenty of cafes, restaurants and bars where you can stop for a cafe or cocktail, after exploring its streets, shops, art galleries, theaters, museums and viewpoints. It's also the home to the statue of the famous statue of portuguese poet Fernando Pessoa, having is usual espresso at "A Brasileira" as he used to. You can also enjoy breathtaking views of Lisbon from the Elevador de Santa Justa or the Carmo Convent, for example. A commercial neighborhood at its core, especially for its Garrett and Carmo streets, Chiado is to this day a mandatory visit in Lisbon.
How to get there
  • Restauradores • 2 min walk
  • Rossio • 6 min walk
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  • Merrowmum
    Guildford, United Kingdom1,279 contributions
    Steep mini tram ride!
    Short but well worth it, this funicular/tram “lift” goes up an exceptionally steep patch of hill. The tram itself is covered in graffiti artwork so makes quite a sight! We were lucky that it wasn’t heavingly busy but people were still standing. There are a couple of stops partway along the route if you do want to climb part of the way up, but the stop at the top is a great place to photograph the tram itself.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 29 March 2023
  • Michael K
    991 contributions
    Life saver for going from Baixa to the Bairro Alto area
    The ride itself is not that long, but it is well worth it no matter how long the line as one gets tired trudging up the steep slopes in Lisbon. The relatively short ride also means the wait time is not that bad. Besides one can use the wait time to take pictures of the colorful funicular.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 17 June 2023
  • Bartonbears
    Coffs Harbour, Australia1,940 contributions
    Fabulous old elevador still doing its job
    This graffiti-covered elevador is an easy way to get to the upper level of the city where the Miradour de Sao Pedro de Alacantra and the fascinating Church of Sao Roque can be found. The ride is great fun and inexpensive. Definitely recommended.
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 19 August 2023
  • Ferenc M
    United Kingdom1,078 contributions
    Absolutely superb....dont miss
    Lovely little ride up to the top. Great views when you get there too. Some really nice graffiti art as you go up as well ...and of course its a free ride if you have the daily travel pass which is only 6.60
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 28 November 2023
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Ferenc M
United Kingdom1,078 contributions
Absolutely superb....dont miss
Nov 2023 • Couples
Lovely little ride up to the top. Great views when you get there too. Some really nice graffiti art as you go up as well

...and of course its a free ride if you have the daily travel pass which is only 6.60
Written 28 November 2023
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA16,403 contributions
Fun and Useful
Oct 2023 • Couples
This little train will take you up the steep hill from Restauradores square to Chiado/Principe Real. Short ride but worth it as the hill is a steep climb. Popular so you have to wait to board. The ride down is less popular. Fun and useful.
Written 20 November 2023
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Bartonbears
Coffs Harbour, Australia1,940 contributions
Fabulous old elevador still doing its job
Jun 2023 • Friends
This graffiti-covered elevador is an easy way to get to the upper level of the city where the Miradour de Sao Pedro de Alacantra and the fascinating Church of Sao Roque can be found. The ride is great fun and inexpensive. Definitely recommended.
Written 20 August 2023
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John D
New York City, NY297 contributions
Nice ride with art
Jul 2023
Ascensor da Gloria Was a nice little ride in a hilly Lisbon. The street art along the ride was a bonus.
Written 4 July 2023
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Scotty102
Innerleithen, UK660 contributions
Great Wee Funicular
Jun 2023
Great wee funicular which is a god send getting up a very steep hill to the Sao Pedro de Alcantara miradouro. The journey itself lasts only a minute or so and is really cheap if you use a Viva Viagem travel card.
Written 24 June 2023
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Michael K
991 contributions
Life saver for going from Baixa to the Bairro Alto area
May 2023 • Couples
The ride itself is not that long, but it is well worth it no matter how long the line as one gets tired trudging up the steep slopes in Lisbon. The relatively short ride also means the wait time is not that bad. Besides one can use the wait time to take pictures of the colorful funicular.
Written 18 June 2023
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SoCalOregonian
Murrieta, CA10,390 contributions
UP THE HILL
Feb 2023
This funicular is one of three in Lisbon, Gloria connects Baixa and Bairro Alto and saves your legs the steep climb.
Easiest way to get to the Miradouro and San Roque, but the queue at Restauradores can be obscenely long.
Cars are heavily graffitied
Free with the Lisbon Card
Written 29 May 2023
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BradJill
Hong Kong, China1,59,182 contributions
One of the iconic hillside funiculars in Lisbon
Apr 2023
Iconic features of Lisbon include the old funicular trams that climb steep streets at various spots around the city. A favourite amongst tourists due to its central location and graffiti is Elevador Gloria which connects Praca dos Restauradores to the elevated location of Miradouro Sao Pedro.

This line was installed in 1885. The ride is 265 metres long takes just a few minutes to complete. The cost is now €3.80 but that steep price doesn't keep the tourists away so expect to wait in a queue in both directions, especially going up. On the way, you'll see street art lining Calcada de Gloria as well. If you don't want to wait or the ride, you can just walk up and down this steep street as well.
Written 22 April 2023
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Merrowmum
Guildford, UK1,279 contributions
Steep mini tram ride!
Mar 2023 • Couples
Short but well worth it, this funicular/tram “lift” goes up an exceptionally steep patch of hill. The tram itself is covered in graffiti artwork so makes quite a sight! We were lucky that it wasn’t heavingly busy but people were still standing. There are a couple of stops partway along the route if you do want to climb part of the way up, but the stop at the top is a great place to photograph the tram itself.
Written 29 March 2023
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Christian M
Copenhagen, Denmark3,871 contributions
The Gloria funicular is the easy way to excellent views over the castle and the cathedral
Dec 2022
The Gloria funicular (elevador) is a charming rebuilt tram that is now retired and takes passengers on 2 minute rides up and down one of Lisbon’s many steep hills.

On top of the hill you’ll get to Miradouro Sao Pedro that offers fine views to the castle, the cathedral and other picturesque parts of Lisbon.
Written 25 December 2022
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