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Lisbon's public transport is operated by Carris (buses and trams) and Metro de Lisboa (metro). Both have clear and fairly generous pet policies. Dogs in a carrier travel free on all services; larger dogs require a muzzle and leash and need a valid ticket. CP trains connect Lisbon to Cascais (30 min), Sintra (40 min), and the rest of Portugal with similar pet-friendly rules. Taxis and Uber are widely available and most accept dogs, especially smaller ones.
| Mode | Policy | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Metro de Lisboa | Dogs in a carrier/bag: free. Larger dogs: muzzle + leash + valid ticket required. Maximum 1 dog per passenger. Source: metrolisboa.pt | 💡 Avoid rush hours (08:00–09:30, 17:30–19:30). Metro carriages get extremely crowded. |
| Carris Trams & Buses | Dogs in a carrier/bag: free. Larger dogs: muzzle + leash + valid ticket required. Source: carris.pt | 💡 Historic Tram 28 is very crowded — use Bus 737 for Alfama area instead with large dogs. |
| CP Trains (Suburban & National) | Dogs in a carrier (max 8kg including carrier): free. Larger dogs: muzzle + leash + ticket required. Source: cp.pt | 💡 Take the Cascais line from Cais do Sodré for beach access in 30 minutes. Dogs always permitted on this line. |
| Taxi / Uber | Taxis generally accept dogs, especially in a carrier. Uber drivers can decline pets. Call a taxi for guaranteed pet-friendly service with large dogs. | 💡 Táxis Lisboa: +351 218 119 000 for a reliable pet-accepting taxi service. |
The Cascais train line departs from Cais do Sodré station every 20 minutes and reaches Cascais in 30–40 minutes. Dogs in a carrier travel free; larger dogs need a muzzle and ticket. Praia de Cresmina near Guincho has a designated dog area open year-round. Most main Cascais beaches restrict dogs June–September. Buy tickets at the station machines — accept contactless cards.
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