Yes, take the funicular to the top and de Santa Luzia! It is inexpensive, unique and fun. The ride departs every 15 minutes, near the train station.

If you are checking out Viana do Castelo, you have to visit the Sanctuario de Santa Luzia if only for the view. Having driven up the winding cobblestone road to the top and taken the funicular, i prefer the latter. Its a straight shot 5...More

Great train ride for not a lot of money. Three euros was the price I payed return. Worth every euro just to keep this service running. And great way to get to the Basilica.

A return ticket is just €3 and the trip just takes like 5 minutes so well worth it for the fantastic view and bautiful church.

This is the best solution if you don’t want to walk or take a taxi to reach Santa Luzia. It’s a little bit hot during summer, but that’s ok. It’s less than 10 minutes ride. Beautiful view of Viana!

This funicular is an easy way to get up to Santa luzia quick. The ride is a bit hot in summer but I think it is a cool experience for kids.

Expensive, but worth it) Actually it is a fantastic idea to give people an alternative to go to the top of the Santa Luzia!