Guide to Route 1005: What to Do Along the Journey Between Amadora Station and UBBO

Guide to Route 1005: What to Do Along the Journey Between Amadora Station and UBBO

Route 1005 connects central Amadora to UBBO and passes markets, parks, cultural facilities, and one of the region's largest shopping and entertainment hubs.

The route begins next to Amadora Station, at the North entrance, crosses the city's central area, and runs through parts of the Mina de Água parish, with stops near Mina Municipal Market and Central Park.

From there, the bus travels through residential areas of Mina de Água, Brandoa, and Casal da Mira before reaching the UBBO shopping center, a destination offering shops, restaurants, a cinema, and leisure activities for different audiences.

Notice: the distances shown are approximate and estimated from the coordinates of the route and the provided stops. The route has 96 departures in the Amadora Station–UBBO direction on weekdays, 33 on Saturdays, and 33 on Sundays and public holidays; in the opposite direction, there are 112 departures on weekdays, 56 on Saturdays, and 56 on Sundays and public holidays. The fare and operator were not provided in the available data.

Delfim Guimarães Park

Near Amadora Station, Delfim Guimarães Park is one of the city's most traditional green spaces. Inaugurated in 1937 and dedicated to the poet after whom it is named, the garden covers approximately one hectare and features trees, a central pergola, resting areas, and a playground.

It is a good option for turning a wait or the beginning of a trip into a moment of relaxation, especially for those traveling with children or who prefer to begin their itinerary in a quiet space before continuing along the commercial streets of Venteira.

• 📍 Location: Avenida da República, in central Amadora.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Amadora (Station) P4 North Entrance, about 200 to 400 meters away.
• 🏷️ Category: Urban park and leisure.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Historic garden with an accessible playground, located next to the train station and bus transport.

Recreios da Amadora

Located on Avenida Santos Mattos, Recreios da Amadora is a cultural space with roots dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. Its program includes theater, dance, music, cinema, exhibitions, and activities aimed at different age groups.

The building, whose facade is classified as a Municipal Heritage Property, maintains a strong connection with the city's cultural memory. For those getting off at the station, it is a practical option for combining public transport with a cultural event, provided that the day's program is checked in advance.

• 📍 Location: Avenida Santos Mattos, 2, Amadora.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Amadora (Station) P4 North Entrance, about 300 to 500 meters away.
• 🏷️ Category: Theater and cultural space.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Historic, multipurpose facility with an auditorium, rehearsal rooms, and a diverse arts program.

Mina Municipal Market

Identified on the route's itinerary itself, Mina Municipal Market is located in the heart of Amadora, next to Central Park. It is a local shopping facility focused mainly on food purchases and the daily needs of residents of the Mina de Água parish.

The market offers an experience different from that found in large stores: visitors can walk through a traditional facility, observe the activity of the vendors, and take care of their daily shopping on the same stretch where they can find one of the city's main urban parks.

• 📍 Location: Avenida dos Bombeiros Voluntários, in the Mina de Água area.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Volunteer Firefighters 4C (Mina Market), about 100 to 300 meters away.
• 🏷️ Category: Market and food retail.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Traditional municipal market integrated into Amadora's everyday commercial life and close to leisure areas.

Amadora Central Park

Covering approximately 65,000 square meters, Central Park includes Zeca Afonso Garden, Lake Garden, and a sports area. The space was designed to combine green areas, walking paths, children's facilities, exercise areas, and places to relax.

The lake and pedestrian promenade give the park an especially inviting atmosphere for walks and family outings. Its proximity to Mina Municipal Market also makes it possible to create a short walking itinerary combining shopping, relaxation, and outdoor activities.

• 📍 Location: Central Amadora, next to Mina Municipal Market.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Volunteer Firefighters 4C (Mina Market), about 300 to 600 meters away.
• 🏷️ Category: Urban park, leisure, and sports.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Large green area with a lake, walking paths, children's recreation, exercise equipment, and a sports area.

UBBO Shopping Resort

At the end of the journey, UBBO is the major shopping and entertainment hub associated with route 1005. The complex brings together more than 280 shops, restaurants, services, and leisure activities, serving as a destination for shopping, meals, gatherings, and weekend activities.

The space also hosts family-oriented attractions and immersive experiences, in addition to its own events calendar. For those arriving by bus, the Casal da Mira (Shopping Center) P4 stop leaves visitors next to the itinerary's main destination, without the need to cross long stretches of urban area.

• 📍 Location: Avenida Cruzeiro Seixas, 5 and 7, Amadora.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Casal da Mira (Shopping Center) P4, about 100 to 300 meters away.
• 🏷️ Category: Shopping center, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: A large concentration of shops, restaurants, services, and leisure attractions in a single complex.

UCI Luxe UBBO

Inside UBBO, UCI Luxe is an option for those who want to end their outing with a movie. The complex has nine screens and focuses on a more comfortable experience, with reclining seats, more space between rows, and individual tables.

Distinctive features include the iSense auditorium, with 4K laser projection and Dolby Atmos sound, and the D-BOX auditorium, equipped with seats that follow the movements of the image and sound. The cinema also has O's Bar and food and beverage options to complete the screening.

• 📍 Location: Inside UBBO Shopping Resort, Avenida Cruzeiro Seixas, 5 and 7, Amadora.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Casal da Mira (Shopping Center) P4, about 100 to 300 meters away.
• 🏷️ Category: Cinema and entertainment.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Reclining-seat auditoriums, iSense and D-BOX technology, and a premium screening experience.

Auchan UBBO

For those using the route to shop, the Auchan hypermarket is one of the terminal's most practical destinations. The store occupies more than 22,000 square meters and includes, in addition to the hypermarket, dedicated technology, optical, and health and wellness units.

The space serves as a large-scale option for stocking up, household shopping, and purchasing a wide variety of products, while benefiting from its integration with UBBO's other stores and services.

• 📍 Location: Floor 0 of UBBO Shopping Resort, Avenida Cruzeiro Seixas, 5 and 7, Amadora.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Casal da Mira (Shopping Center) P4, about 100 to 300 meters away.
• 🏷️ Category: Hypermarket and food products.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Ample space and an integrated offering of food, technology, optical products, and health and wellness services.

With frequent departures, especially on weekdays, route 1005 can be used both to take care of errands in central Amadora and to plan an outing combining a park, market, culture, and shopping. The route allows visitors to start at the station, explore the central area, and continue to UBBO for meals, cinema, and entertainment, using the same bus connection for the return journey.

Sources

• UBBO — how to get there, opening hours, and visitor information
• UBBO — shopping, stores, and events
• Auchan UBBO
• UCI Luxe UBBO
• Amadora City Council — Mina Municipal Market
• Amadora City Council — Central Park
• Amadora City Council — Delfim Guimarães Park
• Amadora City Council — Recreios da Amadora