Is The Lisboa Card Worth it in 2026? My Review + 3-Day Itinerary

If you only spend a few days in Lisbon and want to see as many things as possible, you may want to get the Lisboa Card. The Lisbon Card can help you save time and money, get free admission to the best attractions in Lisbon and surrounding areas, and enjoy unlimited public transportation.

In 2021, I bought a 72-hour Lisbon Pass after studying the Lisboa Card Guide, creating a 3-day itinerary of all the places I wanted to see, and calculating how much I would save with a Lisbon Card. And I saved a ton!

So in 2026, I checked for updates to the Lisbon Card Guide and tweaked my 3-day itinerary. And wow, I found even more savings in 2026! Even though the Lisboa Card price has increased, it is still worth getting because many attractions in Lisbon have increased significantly.

In this post, I’ll explain precisely why I think the Lisbon Card is worth it for anyone who wants to see the best attractions in Lisbon in a few days. I’ll also show you my three itineraries to maximize your Lisbon travel card so you can save a ton of money.

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What you need to know before getting the Lisboa Travel Card

Before getting the Lisbon city pass, check out the attractions in the detailed Lisbon city pass guide. Only get the Lisbon tourist card if you want to make the most of your trip to Lisbon and see all the best sights quickly.

Here are a few highlights of the Lisboa Card that convinced me to buy the card:

• Many tourist attractions in the Lisbon area are in the city’s centre, making it easy to see most of them on the same day.
• Many attractions raised their entrance fee significantly. Some have doubled (since my last visit in 2021). Even though the Lisbon Card prices have increased, I have found considerable savings now compared to before.
• The all-inclusive Lisboa Card covers all types of transportation, including:
  • Metro de Lisboa – all subway lines
  • All Carris transportation in Lisbon, such as trams, buses and funiculars
  • Comboios de Portugal (CP) train lines: Sintra, Cascais, Vila Franca de Xira (to Azambuja)
  • Fertagus trains to Setubal via the Ponte 25 Abril bridge from Roma-Areeiro, Entrecampos, Sete-Rios and Campolide

Where to Buy a Lisbon Card

There are three types of Lisbon Card: 24-hour, 48-hour and 72-hour. Here is the cost for each:

• €31 for a 24-hour Lisboa Card
• €51 for a 48-hour Lisboa Card
• €62 for a 72-hour Lisboa Card

The easiest way to buy a Lisbon city pass is to purchase it online. A confirmation code will be sent to your email where you need it to claim your actual card. After you make the purchase, you have up to 1 year to use the card.

You can redeem your Lisbon Card at various meeting points in Lisbon. When I bought mine, I redeemed the card at the tourist office at Terreiro do Paço Station.

Alternatively, you can buy a Lisboa Card in person at any tourist office in Lisbon, including the one at Terreiro do Paço Station and at Lisbon Airport.

Is the Lisboa Card worth it?

This is the big question: Is the Lisboa Card worth it? And if so, should you buy a 24-hour Lisboa Card, a 48-hour one, or go all-out and buy the 72-hour tourist card?

Initially, I was going to get the 24-hour pass only to visit the museums in Belém. But then I realized I could get the 48-hour pass for a little more and see other attractions in Lisbon I wouldn’t normally see. And since I’m already in Lisbon for a few days, I can get the 72-hour pass and take a day trip to Setúbal!

So, I studied the detailed Lisbon Card guide and created the best 3-day itinerary for using it. I wanted to maximize my savings, see all the best attractions, try all kinds of transportation, and explore different parts of the city.

If you are wondering whether the Lisbon Card is worth the money, keep reading.

How to use the Lisbon Pass

When you are ready to use your Lisbon tourist card, write the date and time when you first start using your Lisbon travel card and sign the back of the card.

There is a standalone kiosk for some attractions where you can scan your Lisbon Card and bypass the regular admission line. All you have to do is follow the instructions on the screen and answer a simple question (e.g., which country are you from).

And if there isn’t a kiosk, you can present your card at the ticket counter and redeem your free admission ticket.

Lisbon 3 Day Travel Pass Itineraries

Below is my Lisboa Card 3-day itinerary. You don’t have to buy the 72-hour pass to try my itinerary. You can choose the itinerary if you buy the 24-hour pass or 48-hour pass. I have all the suggestions below.

At the end of each itinerary, I included a calculation of all the money you’ll save by using the Lisbon Card. That’s how I was convinced to get the Lisbon Card!

If you get the 24-hour Lisboa Card

The Lisboa Card includes many free attractions, many of which are in the city centre. To maximize the travel card’s potential, follow my one-day Lisbon itinerary below.

Ideally, follow the Lisbon itinerary on a Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday. Most tourist places in Lisbon are closed on Mondays or Tuesdays, and weekends can be pretty busy.

Lisbon Card Itinerary for Lisbon

Below is my detailed itinerary for using the Lisboa Card in Lisbon. I included a photo gallery of all the places you will see in Lisbon, an interactive map, and a detailed itinerary that includes all the transportation information.

1. Take the bus from anywhere in Lisbon to Museu Nacional do Azulejo
2. Visit Museu Nacional do Azulejo (10am-6pm; closed Mondays but temporarily closed at the moment)
3. Take the bus 210/759/794 to Panteón Nacional
4. Walk to the Panteón Nacional (10am-5pm; closed Mondays) and go to the roof to see the view
5. Walk to Museo del Fado (10am-6pm; closed Mondays)
6. Walk to Castillo de Sao Jorge (9am-6pm)
7. Walk to Arco da Rua Augusta (10am-7pm) and see the view from the roof
8. Walk to the base of the Elevador da Bica on Rua de São Paulo, and take the elevator up
9. Take Tram 28 (6am-10:30pm) west to the last stop, Campo Ourique
10. Hop back on Tram 28 and take it to the other end, at Praca Martim Moniz
11. Walk over to Ascensor de Santa Justa (7am-10:45pm) and go up to see a night view
12. Take the bus, tram or train back to your hotel as they are all free for the rest of the day

Savings for using a Lisbon Card for Day 1

If you buy the 24-hour Lisbon Card for €31, you will save €37.20! That’s significant savings for a 1-day all-inclusive travel card! If you can, visit a few more museums in Lisbon for free to get more value from the Lisbon Card.

If you buy the 48-hour Lisbon Card for €51, you will save €17.20! You still have one more day to use the Lisbon city card.

Finally, if you buy the 72-hour Lisbon Card for €62, you will have used 90% of the 3-day pass and still have two more days to enjoy all the free and fun activities around Lisbon!

If you get the 48-hour Lisboa Card

On the second day, the best place to use the Lisbon Card is Belém, a district west of Lisbon city centre. The seaside neighbourhood is famous for its historical landmarks, cultural museums, and excellent food. With a Lisbon Card, you can see several attractions for free and many museums at a discounted price.

If you get the 48-hour pass, follow the Lisbon itinerary on the first day and then the Belém itinerary on the second.

If you get the 72-hour pass, ideally, follow the Lisbon itinerary on Wednesday, see Belém museums on Thursday, and go on a day trip to Setúbal on Friday.

Lisbon Card Itinerary for Belém

Below is my detailed itinerary for Belém. I included a photo gallery of places to see in Belém, an interactive map, and a detailed itinerary with transportation details.

All the attractions in Belém that are part of the Lisbon Card are numbered on the map. If you have extra time in Belém, check out some museums with discounted entry fees (also pinned on the map). These museums include:

• Museu da Carris (10am-1pm & 2-6pm; closed Saturdays; €4.50) – get 30% off
• Museo del Centro Científico y Cultural de Macao (10am-6pm; closed Mondays; €3) – get 50% off
• MAAT – Museo de Arte, Arquitectura y Tecnología (10am-7pm; closed Tuesdays; €11) – get 15% off
• MAC/CCB Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (10am-6:30pm; closed Mondays; €15) – get 20% off
• Museo de la Marinha (1-5pm Mondays; 10am-5pm Tuesday to Sunday; €8) – get 20% off
• Planetario de la Marina (10am-5pm; closed Mondays; €7) – get 20% off

1. Take the bus or tram from anywhere in Lisbon to Experiencia Pilar 7
2. Try the newly added Experiencia Pilar 7 (10am-5pm)
3. Take the train from Alcantara Station to Belem Station
4. Visit Museo Nacional de Carruajes (10am-6pm; closed Mondays)
5. Visit Monasterio de los Jerónimos (9:30am-5:30pm; closed Mondays)
6. Visit some of the museums at discounted prices or whenever you feel the timing is appropriate
7. Visit Monumento a los Descubrimientos (10am-7pm)
8. Walk over to Torre de Belêm (9:30am-5:30pm; currently closed for construction work)
9. Take the train from Alges Station and catch the next train to Cascais, where you can watch the sunset and have dinner.
10. When you are ready to return to Lisbon, take the train from Cascais Station to Cais do Sodré Station.
11. If you need additional transportation back to your hotel, the bus/tram/train is free for the rest of the day.

Savings for using a Lisbon Card for Day 2

If you buy the 24-hour Lisbon Card for €31, you will save €39.90! Not bad for spending the entire day in Belém, seeing all the attractions and perhaps other museums with discounted entry fees.

If you buy the 48-hour Lisbon Card for €51, you will save €88.10 when you follow my Lisbon and Belém itineraries. Wow! The savings are enough to purchase another 72-hour pass!

Moreover, if you buy the 72-hour Lisbon Card for €62, you will save €77.10! And you still enjoy a day in Lisbon, a day in Belém and still have another day with the all-inclusive Lisbon travel pass!

If you get the 72-hour Lisboa Card

For the third day, I highly recommend spending the day in Setúbal, a small city south of Lisbon with historic attractions, seaside cafes and beaches. You can see a handful of attractions for free with the Lisbon Card. Plus, there are other free things to see and do in Setúbal that you shouldn’t miss.

However, I would only advise visiting Setúbal with a 48-hour or 72-hour Lisboa Card. You won’t get any savings by using the 24-hour card.

If you get the 48-hour pass, follow the Lisbon or Belém itinerary on the first day and visit Setúabl on the second.

If you get the 72-hour pass, ideally, follow the Lisbon itinerary on Wednesday, see Belém museums on Thursday, and go on a day trip to Setúbal on Friday.

Lisbon Card Itinerary for Setúbal

Below is my detailed itinerary in Setúbal for using the Lisboa Card. I included a photo gallery of places to visit in Setúbal, an interactive map, and a detailed itinerary for Setúbal, including transportation details.

All the attractions in Setúbal that are part of the Lisbon Card are numbered on the map. If you have extra time in Setúbal (which I think you will), check out some attractions that are not part of the Lisboa Card (which are pins on the map), like Mercado do Livramento, Portal Historico de Setúbal, Mirdouro Sao Sebastiao Setúbal, Forte de Sao Filipe, and Praia de Saude.

1. Take the subway to Jardim Zoológico
2. Walk over to Sete-Rios Station and take the Fertagus train to Setúbal (validate your Lisbon Card before getting on the train)
3. Arrive at Setúbal Station
4. Walk to Museo del Trabajo Michel Giacometti (10am-6pm Tuesday to Friday; 2-6pm Saturdays; closed Mondays and Sundays – temporarily closed)
5. Visit Galeria Municipal de Setúbal (11am-2pm & 3-6pm Tuesday to Saturday; 2-6pm Sundays; closed Mondays)
6. Walk to Convento de Jesus (10am-6pm Tuesday to Saturday; 3-7pm Sundays; closed Mondays)
7. Walk over next door to the Museu de Setúbal (10am-6pm Tuesday to Saturday; 3-7pm Sundays; closed Mondays)
8. Visit CIRES – Centro Interpretativo del Roaz del Estuario del Sado (9:30am-8pm) which is in the same building as Casa da Baia de Setúbal.
9. If you have more time in Setúbal, see Mercado do Livramento, Portal Historico de Setúbal, Mirdouro Sao Sebastiao Setúbal, Forte de Sao Filipe, and Praia de Saude.
10. When you are ready to return to Lisbon, walk back to Setúbal Station and take the next Fertagus Train.
11. Arrive at Sete-Rios Station in Lisbon.
12. Catch the next subway at Jardim Zoológico and return home.
13. If you need additional transportation back to your hotel, the bus/tram/train is free for the rest of the day.

Savings for using a Lisbon Card for Day 3

If you buy the 24-hour Lisbon Card for €31, I’m afraid you won’t get your money’s worth by going to Setúbal with the Lisboa Card. The Setúbal itinerary is ideal for the 48-hour and 72-hour passes.

If you purchase the 48-hour Lisbon Card for €51 and follow either the Lisbon or Belém itinerary and the Setúbal itinerary, you can save between €38.56 to €41.26.

Finally, if you buy the 72-hour Lisbon Card for €62, you will save a whopping €98.46! All the attractions, activities, and transportation for all three itineraries exceed €160.46!

Is the Lisboa Card worth it in 2026?

YES, the Lisboa Card is worth it if you maximize its potential.

It is a no-brainer! Based on the calculations above, all attractions, activities, and transportation across the three itineraries exceed €160.46! The math proves that buying a Lisoba Card is worth every cent.

The calculations worked when I visited Lisbon in 2021. And in 2026, I found even more savings using the Lisboa Card. Even though Lisbon Card prices have risen, it’s still worth it, as many attractions in Lisbon have increased significantly.

I hope you also consider getting a Lisbon Card to explore the city. Let me know in the comments if you like the itineraries or have suggestions for improving them.

Ready to plan your trip to Lisbon? Here are some of my go-to travel planning resources:
* Book your flight: find flight deals on Skyscanner 
* Book accommodation: find the best Lisbon accommodations on Agoda or Booking
* Buy insurance: Safetywing is my go-to provider for travel insurance, as it covers many things. I will never travel without the Nomad Insurance Package because it protects me against unforeseen events. Get a quote today.
* Order a SIM card: order a SIM card in advance and set up your mobile phone before arriving at your destination.
* Join tours: check Get Your Guide or Klook for the best tours around Lisbon.

Thank you for reading my Lisboa card post

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Hi, my name is Queenie, and I’ve been a solo traveller for 20+ years and currently based in Hong Kong. Follow me on my adventures through Instagram and my blog!