Guide to Route 1233: shopping, flavors and leisure between Agualva-Cacém, São Marcos and Taguspark

Route 1233 turns the circular journey between Agualva-Cacém Station, Bela Vista, São Marcos and Taguspark into a practical itinerary of markets, restaurants, green spaces and leisure facilities.

Departing from and returning to Agualva-Cacém Station, the bus travels along Estrada de Paço de Arcos, passes through Alto da Bela Vista and enters the São Marcos area, where residential areas, local shops, restaurants and community facilities can be found. It is a route marked by the connection between the railway town, the neighborhoods of Cacém and São Marcos, and Taguspark’s business and technology hub.

In the first part of the route, the line approaches the municipal markets of Cacém and Agualva and the Bela Vista shopping area. Further on, it follows Avenida do Brasil and the streets named after Brazilian cities, an area where Alameda de São Marcos, Centro Carlos Paredes and local restaurants are located.

The Taguspark section adds a different atmosphere to the itinerary: corporate buildings, educational institutions, dining venues, urban art and cultural events coexist in an area known as the City of Knowledge. Since the line is circular, the itinerary can be completed by getting off at different points and taking the bus again at the following stops.

Notice: the distances indicated are approximate and estimated from the route coordinates, the listed stops and the locations of the establishments. The data provided indicates 14 outbound departures on weekdays and no departures on Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays; the return direction appears with zero recorded departures. The fare and operator were not provided.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Municipal Market of Cacém	Market	Estrada Paço de Arcos (Market)	About 100 meters
Lidl Alto da Bela Vista	Supermarket	Alto Belavista	About 100 to 200 meters
McDonald’s Tagus Park	Restaurant	São Marcos (X) McDonald’s	About 100 to 300 meters
Taguspark – Central Hub	Food, culture and services	Taguspark (opposite Novo Banco) / Catholic University	About 200 to 500 meters
Centro Carlos Paredes and São Marcos Archaeological Reserve	Leisure, culture and sports	Av. Brasil (opposite Primary School)	About 100 to 300 meters
Alameda de São Marcos	Urban park and leisure	Av. Brasil – Pcta	About 100 to 200 meters
O Fumeiro Restaurant	Restaurant	Av. Brasil (X) Cidade Rio de Janeiro	About 100 meters
Municipal Market of Agualva	Market	R. Elias Garcia / Estrada Paço de Arcos	About 1 to 1.5 kilometers

Municipal Market of Cacém

Near Estrada de Paço de Arcos, the Municipal Market of Cacém is one of the most interesting stops for anyone looking for traditional shopping and fresh products. The space brings together fish, delicatessen, fruit and vegetable, flower and other stalls, maintaining a more direct relationship with local residents than large supermarkets.

A visit combines well with a walk through Praceta Duque de Saldanha, a pedestrian area that also occasionally hosts cultural initiatives and locally promoted events. It is a good choice for shopping for the home, having breakfast or getting to know a piece of Cacém’s everyday commerce.

📍 Location: Praceta Duque de Saldanha, 16, Cacém, Agualva-Cacém.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Estrada Paço de Arcos (Market), about 100 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Municipal market and food retail.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Fresh products, flowers, delicatessen items, and fruit and vegetables in a local shopping environment.

Lidl Alto da Bela Vista

The Alto da Bela Vista section is one of the most practical points on the line for anyone who needs to shop for groceries. The Lidl store on Rua da Bela Vista replaced the previous branch and has its own parking area, serving residents of Cacém, Casal do Cotão and nearby developments.

It is an especially useful stop for those using route 1233 on their way home, as the line also passes stops identified as “R Bela Vista (cash carry)” and “R Bela Vista (Fte Supermercado)”. In addition to its usual food selection, the store usually offers seasonal items and household products, according to the chain’s commercial schedule.

📍 Location: Rua da Bela Vista, 31, Alto da Bela Vista, Cacém.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Alto Belavista or R Bela Vista (Fte Supermercado), about 100 to 200 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Supermarket.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A recent store in the area, with ample parking and a direct connection to Bela Vista’s shopping area.

McDonald’s Tagus Park

The McDonald’s next to Tagus Park appears explicitly on the itinerary, at the stop “S Marcos (X) Macdonalds”, making it one of the easiest options for a quick meal during the journey. The restaurant offers conventional service, takeout and McDrive, as well as breakfast service during part of the morning.

Its location beside Estrada Nacional 249-3 makes it a useful stop for students, Taguspark workers and passengers traveling between Cacém, São Marcos and Porto Salvo. The proximity of the stop minimizes the need to walk, which is useful for those traveling with children or who simply need a quick break.

📍 Location: Estrada Nacional 249-3, kilometers 1.9 to 2.2, São Marcos, Rio de Mouro.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: S Marcos (X) Macdonalds, about 100 to 300 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Quick-service restaurant.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: It is one of the few places on the route clearly identified by the itinerary itself and offers extended service, including McDrive.

Taguspark – Central Hub

Taguspark is the major business and technology hub served by route 1233. In the Central Hub, considered the heart of the complex, visitors will find services, restaurants, meeting spaces and a program intended to bring science, work, art and leisure closer together.

Options promoted by Taguspark itself include the Panoramic Restaurant, with a terrace and broad views over Lisbon and the Tagus, as well as dining venues such as Burgway and Teatro Caffé – Art Breaker. The park also maintains cultural initiatives through the Fora d’Horas program, featuring exhibitions, theater, music, food and urban art.

Although it has a strongly corporate profile on weekdays, Taguspark can be an interesting choice for lunch, coffee, events and short walks among buildings, squares and artworks installed outdoors.

📍 Location: Taguspark Central Hub, in Porto Salvo, Oeiras.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Taguspark (opposite Novo Banco), Catholic University or Taguspark (Novo Banco), about 200 to 500 meters away, depending on the building visited.
🏷️ Category: Business, food, cultural and services hub.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Combines dining, events, art and corporate spaces in a single complex in the Oeiras region.

Centro Carlos Paredes and São Marcos Archaeological Reserve

On Avenida do Brasil, Centro Carlos Paredes operates as one of São Marcos’ main community facilities. The space brings together recreational, cultural, sporting and leisure activities, with areas intended for children, young people, adults and older people.

The complex includes a playground, tennis court, soccer field, climbing wall, fitness trail, exhibition space, multimedia room and archaeological area. Nearby, the São Marcos Archaeological Reserve has gained pedestrian paths, resting areas and facilities for traditional games, creating an outdoor leisure alternative in an urban area.

📍 Location: Avenida do Brasil, São Marcos, Agualva-Cacém.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Av. Brasil (opposite Primary School), Av. Brasil (X) Cidade Belo Horizonte or Av. Brasil (Fte Campo Ténis), about 100 to 300 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Cultural center, sports facility and leisure space.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Brings together sports, children’s recreation, cultural activities and archaeological heritage in the same complex.

Alameda de São Marcos

Alameda de São Marcos is one of the most accessible green areas on the itinerary. The space follows the neighborhood’s urban layout with trees, garden benches and a playground, offering a simple break for anyone who wants to walk, rest or let children play.

Because it is close to the Av. Brasil – Pcta stop, the alameda functions as a natural extension of the bus route. It is particularly suitable for a short stop between commitments, an end-of-afternoon walk or a visit combined with cafés and small restaurants on the adjacent streets.

📍 Location: Alameda de São Marcos, São Marcos, Agualva-Cacém.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Av. Brasil – Pcta, about 100 to 200 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, garden and family leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: An easily accessible green area with vegetation, benches, a pedestrian circuit and a playground.

O Fumeiro Restaurant

For a longer meal, O Fumeiro Restaurant is one of the culinary highlights directly connected to the Avenida do Brasil section. The establishment focuses on Portuguese cuisine, with an emphasis on Trás-os-Montes traditional meats, regional dishes, fish and seafood.

Advertised specialties include posta mirandesa, veal medley, steaks with different sauces, botelo, grilled picanha, bacalhau à lagareiro and shrimp dishes. The atmosphere is described as welcoming and relaxed, with understated décor, wood, decorative stone and capacity for groups.

📍 Location: Rua Cidade de Rio de Janeiro, 7, São Marcos, Sintra.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Av. Brasil (X) Cidade Rio Janeiro, about 100 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Portuguese and Trás-os-Montes cuisine restaurant.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A menu centered on meats, regional dishes, fish and seafood, with an atmosphere also suitable for group dinners.

Municipal Market of Agualva

Closer to the beginning and end of the circular route, the Municipal Market of Agualva is an alternative for anyone who wants to explore the city’s traditional commerce before boarding or after arriving at the station. The market is located on Rua do Mercado Municipal and maintains a local-shopping approach, with stalls and stores geared toward everyday purchases.

Since it is somewhat farther from the Estrada de Paço de Arcos stops than the Cacém Market, it is worth planning the walk. The visit can be combined with Agualva’s local shops and the railway connection at Agualva-Cacém Station, which serves as the main reference point for route 1233.

📍 Location: Rua do Mercado Municipal, Agualva, Agualva-Cacém.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: R Elias Garcia (Supermarket) or R Elias Garcia 107, about 1 to 1.5 kilometers away.
🏷️ Category: Municipal market and traditional commerce.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A local shopping space operating regularly during the week and on Sunday mornings.

On weekdays, route 1233 can be used as a circular connection between Agualva-Cacém Station and the main shopping, dining and leisure points in São Marcos, as well as Taguspark. For a more efficient outing, the suggestion is to choose the section in advance: Cacém Market and Bela Vista for shopping, Avenida do Brasil for parks and restaurants, or Taguspark for food, art and events. Since no departures are indicated on weekends or in the return direction, it is important to check the available service before starting the journey.

Guide to Route 1233: shopping, flavors and leisure between Agualva-Cacém, São Marcos and Taguspark