How to Get to Chiado (Lisbon) — Complete Guide

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Chiado district in Lisbon, historic area with shops, cafés and theatres — Chiado is one of Lisbon’s most central and iconic districts, connecting Baixa and Bairro Alto.

Chiado is one of Lisbon’s most famous and lively areas, known for its shopping streets, historic cafés, theatres and its direct connection between Baixa and Bairro Alto.

In this guide we explain how to get to Chiado by Metro, bus, tram and on foot, with practical tips to avoid steep hills and choose the best option depending on the time of day.

1. Where is Chiado?

Chiado is located in central Lisbon, between Baixa, Bairro Alto, Rossio and Cais do Sodré.

Coordinates: 38.7109, -9.1413
Nearby areas: Baixa, Rossio, Bairro Alto, Cais do Sodré
Points of interest: Rua Garrett, Teatro Nacional de São Carlos, Café A Brasileira

2. Metro — the easiest way to reach Chiado

The best Metro station to reach Chiado is Baixa-Chiado, one of the most important interchange stations in Lisbon.

Lines: Blue Line and Green Line
Station: Baixa-Chiado
Recommended exits: Rua Garrett or Largo do Chiado

The station has escalators and elevators, making it a good option if you want to avoid walking uphill.

3. Carris buses

Several Carris bus lines stop in or very close to Chiado:

758 — Cais do Sodré ⇄ Portela
736 — Cais do Sodré ⇄ Odivelas
714 — Praça da Figueira ⇄ Outurela

These routes are useful if you are coming from other parts of the city without changing transport.

4. Trams — a traditional option

Chiado is served by some of Lisbon’s iconic trams:

Tram 28E — Martim Moniz ⇄ Campo de Ourique
Tram 24E — Campolide ⇄ Cais do Sodré

Trams stop near Chiado and offer a scenic ride, although they can be slower during peak hours.

5. Walking from nearby areas

Baixa (Rossio / Commerce Square): 5–8 minutes
Cais do Sodré: 10–12 minutes
Bairro Alto: 5 minutes (uphill)

Be aware of steep streets when coming from Bairro Alto — Metro or lifts are easier.

6. Useful lifts

To make access easier, you can use:

Santa Justa Lift — connects Baixa to Largo do Carmo
Bica Funicular — alternative route from Cais do Sodré

7. Recommended tickets

Zapping — ideal for occasional trips
24-hour ticket — useful if visiting several areas in one day
Navegante pass — for frequent use
Tap&Ride — pay directly with your bank card

Use ONDEBUS to get to Chiado

On ONDEBUS, simply type “Chiado” or use the button below with the destination already set.

Open in ONDEBUS route planner

Use the “Find my location” button to automatically set your starting point.