Elevador da Bica, A nostalgic ride up Lisbon's steep slopes
Rua de São Paulo, Bairro Alto
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Introduction
The Bica Funicular is a cable car railway in Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, connecting Rua de São Paulo with Rua do Comércio. It climbs 245 meters up Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo street, with its lower terminus almost hidden behind a facade on Rua de São Paulo, bearing the inscription "Ascensor da Bica". It opened to the public on June 28, 1892. Due to its historical and cultural significance, it was classified as a Portuguese national monument in 2002. Address Rua de São Paulo, Bairro Alto
Opening hours Monday to Saturday 7:00-21:00, Sunday 9:00-21:00.
Transportation Cais do Sodré station
