How to Get to Príncipe Real (Lisbon) — Complete Guide

Príncipe Real Lisbon Public Transport Bairro Alto · Chiado · Rato

Príncipe Real in Lisbon, near the garden and historic streets — Príncipe Real is one of the best central areas in Lisbon for walking, viewpoints, cafés, and nightlife — close to Chiado and Bairro Alto.

Príncipe Real is one of Lisbon’s most popular neighbourhoods, known for its garden, shops, restaurants and bars. It sits between Chiado, Bairro Alto and Rato, making it easy to reach from many parts of the city.

In this guide you’ll learn how to get to Príncipe Real by Metro, bus and tram, plus practical tips for visiting during the day or at night.

1) Where is Príncipe Real?

Príncipe Real is in central Lisbon. The most common reference point is the Príncipe Real Garden.

Coordinates (Príncipe Real Garden): 38.716267, -9.148808
Nearby areas: Chiado, Bairro Alto, Rato, Avenida da Liberdade, São Bento.

2) Metro — the most practical stations

There isn’t a Metro station “right on top” of Príncipe Real, but it’s an easy walk from several excellent stations:

Rato — one of the best options to walk up to Príncipe Real.
Avenida — great if you’re coming via Avenida da Liberdade.
Baixa-Chiado — ideal if you’re already in Chiado and prefer walking.

Tip: if you’re going at night, arriving via Chiado/Avenida/Rato usually makes the final walk easier (and with more street activity).

3) Tram 24E — the most “Lisbon” option

The Tram 24E connects the Chiado area to Príncipe Real and Rato. It’s a scenic and convenient way to reach this neighbourhood.

4) Bus — useful connections (Carris)

Several Carris buses serve the surrounding areas. One of the lines that passes nearby is 773.

If you want, I can tailor this section with a short list of “best lines” depending on where you’re starting (Oriente, Marquês, Cais do Sodré, etc.).

5) Walking (and why many people prefer it)

Príncipe Real is perfect for walking because the route itself is part of the experience — viewpoints, historic streets and local shops.

Chiado → Príncipe Real: ~10–15 min walk (depending on the exact point).
Bairro Alto → Príncipe Real: ~8–12 min walk.
Rato → Príncipe Real: ~8–12 min walk (gentle uphill).
Avenida → Príncipe Real: ~15–20 min walk (moderate uphill).

6) Quick tips (especially at night)

Save a clear destination point on your phone (e.g., “Príncipe Real Garden”) for the final walk.
Prefer well-lit, active streets (Chiado/Avenida/Rato) instead of quiet shortcuts.
If there’s rain, works or diversions, use ONDEBUS to avoid blocked streets.

Use ONDEBUS to get to Príncipe Real

On ONDEBUS you can search for “Príncipe Real” or open the planner with the destination already set.

Open in ONDEBUS planner

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