Elevador da Gloria
Elevador da Gloria
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Funicular railway that leadss to the São Pedro de Alcântara Miradouro overlook above Lisbon.
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The area
Neighborhood: 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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- Preda DBucharest, Romania4 contributionsInteresting experiencaThe inside looks like a well-mantained vintage tram, all woody and classic. I recommend to buy tickets for 24-48h to all types of public transport in Lisbon, including Furnicular da Gloria and Elevador Santa Justa. Great view, interesting and authentic experience <3Visited December 2019Written January 15, 2020
- VadimMurmansk, Russia26,358 contributionsIt`s not funicular but tram.The name Glória Funicular is incorrect, since traction is provided not by cable, but by electric motors on two cars. Initially, in the XIX century, cars ran on steam traction (the lift has been operating since 1885). The cable only connects two self-propelled trailers. In fact, it is a tram. This scheme, by the way, is safer. The lift cars work in parallel on two axes, one for descent, one for ascent. From Mirador São Pedro de Alcântara to Restauradores Square. The hills of Lisbon are quite steep, but the suspension provides a horizontal position for passengers. Although the lift was declared a national treasure in 2003, it is a common mode of transport connecting the center with the Bairro Alto in winter. In summer, a small queue accumulates. It is better to buy a day pass for 7 euros, on one-time trips in Lisbon you can go broke..Visited January 2020Written December 31, 2020
- MerrowmumGuildford, United Kingdom1,210 contributionsSteep 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 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten March 29, 2023
- Ali_Royal_2015905 contributions100% more enjoyable than Bica!We were left very disappointed after getting the elevador Bica through Barrio Alto. However, when we realised our ticket is for 2 journeys and could be used in Gloria we were much happier! This tram is much more specious and heaps of great street art to enjoy in the ride down. Worthy a hop on if you already wasted the money buying a €3.80 ticket to get up Bica!Visited August 2020Written August 4, 2020
- heather12345Glasgow, United Kingdom735 contributionsRide to viewpointGreat way to reach the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint. Otherwise it’s a steep walk.I liked the street art around where the funicular ends.About €4 for a very short trip but I think it’s included if you have travel passes.Visited September 2022Traveled soloWritten September 23, 2022
- bluebay06La Spezia, Italy2,124 contributionsVintage funicular tramwayWe used the “Estação inclinada de Glória - São Pedro de Alcântara” to get off after the visit to the viewpoint “Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara”. The Viva Viagem day ticket was also valid for this funicular tramway, probably from a century ago in perfect working order. The journey is very short and covers the height difference between the viewpoint and the Praça dos Restauradores below. There are no significant panoramic views along the way. On the walls on the sides of the rails there are murals that enliven the ancient buildings. It is advisable to take this tram only if, as happened to us, you do not have to queue otherwise the walking is so short that it is easier to do it on foot, especially if you go down.Visited November 2022Written December 1, 2022
- ROCruiserClaremont, California4,631 contributionsShort RideA short ride on this funicular which is quite expensive. Good thing we had the 24-hour pass which included this ride. I thought the car was pretty on the inside but ugly on the outside with those graffiti painted. It was very crowded so it was not as enjoyable as the funicular ride in other cities.Visited November 2019Written March 11, 2020
- Beata KKrakow, Poland296 contributionsFunny thing to do in LisbonIt’s really nothing sooo spectacular but kind of must in Lisbon :) free ride with Lisboa Card. Wait in queue at the tram stop. Wear a mask ! You will not hop onboard without the mask - you need to wear masks in all communication means.Visited June 2022Traveled as a coupleWritten June 22, 2022
- Malgorzata12,108 contributionsThe journey is very short but always enjoyableThe Elevador de Santa Gloria is a tram that departs from Praca dos Restauradores and in a few minutes it takes you up a very steep alley. It has been a service since 1885 and has been powered by electricity since 1915. The journey is only 200 meters but it is always crowded with tourists and locals who want to spare themselves the trouble of climbing on foot. Worth taking a short ride on this funicular up to a beautiful look-out point. If you have a day pass for the metro you can use it here too.Visited September 2019Written August 25, 2020
- Abovetheclouds2,006 contributionsNiceWe just walked up and down the hill as we went early morning and the trams were not running yet. Good to go at that time as you can get clear photographs and the light is good. Loved the street art. The climb up and down was not that bad but it was cool in the morning. Do not suggest doing it in the afternoon.Visited April 2022Traveled soloWritten April 15, 2022
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Ali_Royal_2015
905 contributions
Aug 2020
We were left very disappointed after getting the elevador Bica through Barrio Alto. However, when we realised our ticket is for 2 journeys and could be used in Gloria we were much happier! This tram is much more specious and heaps of great street art to enjoy in the ride down. Worthy a hop on if you already wasted the money buying a €3.80 ticket to get up Bica!
Written August 4, 2020
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heather12345
Glasgow, UK735 contributions
Sep 2022 • Solo
Great way to reach the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint. Otherwise it’s a steep walk.I liked the street art around where the funicular ends.About €4 for a very short trip but I think it’s included if you have travel passes.
Written September 23, 2022
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bluebay06
La Spezia, Italy2,124 contributions
Nov 2022
We used the “Estação inclinada de Glória - São Pedro de Alcântara” to get off after the visit to the viewpoint “Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara”. The Viva Viagem day ticket was also valid for this funicular tramway, probably from a century ago in perfect working order. The journey is very short and covers the height difference between the viewpoint and the Praça dos Restauradores below. There are no significant panoramic views along the way. On the walls on the sides of the rails there are murals that enliven the ancient buildings. It is advisable to take this tram only if, as happened to us, you do not have to queue otherwise the walking is so short that it is easier to do it on foot, especially if you go down.
Written December 1, 2022
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ROCruiser
Claremont, CA4,631 contributions
Nov 2019
A short ride on this funicular which is quite expensive. Good thing we had the 24-hour pass which included this ride. I thought the car was pretty on the inside but ugly on the outside with those graffiti painted. It was very crowded so it was not as enjoyable as the funicular ride in other cities.
Written March 11, 2020
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Beata K
Krakow, Poland296 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
It’s really nothing sooo spectacular but kind of must in Lisbon :) free ride with Lisboa Card. Wait in queue at the tram stop. Wear a mask ! You will not hop onboard without the mask - you need to wear masks in all communication means.
Written June 22, 2022
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Malgorzata
12,108 contributions
Sep 2019
The Elevador de Santa Gloria is a tram that departs from Praca dos Restauradores and in a few minutes it takes you up a very steep alley. It has been a service since 1885 and has been powered by electricity since 1915. The journey is only 200 meters but it is always crowded with tourists and locals who want to spare themselves the trouble of climbing on foot. Worth taking a short ride on this funicular up to a beautiful look-out point. If you have a day pass for the metro you can use it here too.
Written August 25, 2020
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Abovetheclouds
2,006 contributions
Apr 2022 • Solo
We just walked up and down the hill as we went early morning and the trams were not running yet. Good to go at that time as you can get clear photographs and the light is good. Loved the street art. The climb up and down was not that bad but it was cool in the morning. Do not suggest doing it in the afternoon.
Written April 15, 2022
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Headhunter2001
Las Vegas, NV154 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Funicular was not running and waited 10 minutes at the bottom before venturing up the hill to see both trams dismantled. While I have found opening/closing information on Google Maps to generally accurate across Western Europe, that is not the case in Lisbon and ran into this issue several times where something listed as open was closed and no signs at the location stating it was closed. Signage, even in Portuguese, for attractions/transportation that is not open or operating, would be helpful for tourism. Lisbon
Written December 25, 2022
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Michael K
929 contributions
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 June 18, 2023
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chimayred
Durham, NH2,374 contributions
Mar 2022
as the TA site says...
Funicular railway that leads to the São Pedro de Alcântara Miradouro overlook and the chiado district above Lisbon.
There are many ways to get up here - steps, elevators in buidlings, Santa Justa elevador...but one night we had a dinner near the top of the funicular so we took this as a kick. I think it was about 3.80 E each. You can pay the driver in cash. You can walk right up next to it, but it is pretty steep. It's a very easy to find site, right off the main drag Avenue Liberdade, not far from Rossio train station; it's an ancient trolley covered with graffiti. You know, it was worth it!
Funicular railway that leads to the São Pedro de Alcântara Miradouro overlook and the chiado district above Lisbon.
There are many ways to get up here - steps, elevators in buidlings, Santa Justa elevador...but one night we had a dinner near the top of the funicular so we took this as a kick. I think it was about 3.80 E each. You can pay the driver in cash. You can walk right up next to it, but it is pretty steep. It's a very easy to find site, right off the main drag Avenue Liberdade, not far from Rossio train station; it's an ancient trolley covered with graffiti. You know, it was worth it!
Written April 16, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Da dove parte precisamente ?
Tato80
Gaeta, Italy1,052 contributions
L'Elevador de Gloria parte da Piazza dei Restauradores ( difronte all'Hard Rock Cafè) ed arriva praticamente a fianco del Miraduro Alcantara (Barrio Alto).
Anna K
Tokyo730 contributions
Hello, how crowded is it usually? Is there a long line to get on to go up? We are traveling as a group of 18, so I wonder if it' possible to use it or not.
Mel L
Eastbourne, UK137 contributions
We were there in March so not to many people. 18 will just about fill the tram but there are two of them on a relatively short climb so not too much waiting time.
Michelle1234
London, UK37 contributions
Can I use my unlimited 24 hours travel card for this?
Djke18
Budapest, Hungary41 contributions
Yes
Es accesible con silla de ruedas?
HenryGTe
Koblenz, Germany786 contributions
Não, isso não é possível.
Bonjour Thierry le funiculaire gloria pars de ou et va jusqu' ou ? Merci
carlos o
Vilagarcia de Arousa, Spain705 contributions
Conecta la baja con el barrio alto
BonjourJaipur
Jaipur, India238 contributions
Bonjour Chantal
Pouvez vous m'indiquer de quelle carte de transport vous parlez ?
Merci

Jeannot
Bry-sur-Marne, Ile-de-France, France2,891 contributions
La carte Viva Viagem. Allez dans une station de métro et les employés vous expliqueront ce bon plan ;)
veera o
Helsinki, Finland
Hi! How could i get easily from Baixa to Elevador da Gloria? I would like to visit inMiradouro São Pedro de Alcântara. Thank you in advance!
princes110
Buford, GA140 contributions
Get your an all day pass at the subway station. That way you can ride all public transportation all day a lot cheaper. Ride the elevator as well
jorgefondevila
Buenos Aires, Argentina285 contributions
Me gustaría saber el horario de funcionamiento de este transporte. Alguien lo sabe? Gracias!
emiliodearriba
Zaragoza, Spain1,232 contributions
Los horarios son los siguientes: De lunes a jueves de 07,00 a 23,55 . Los viernes de 07,00 a 00,25 y los sábados de 8,30 a 00,25. Los domingos y festivos de 09,00 a 23,55.
El precio de ida y vuelta es de 3,60€, pero si has comprado la tarjeta Seis Colinas o Lisboa Card pasas con ella.
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