Guide to Route 1704: shopping, parks and viewpoints between Amadora and Marquês de Pombal

Guide to Route 1704: shopping, parks and viewpoints between Amadora and Marquês de Pombal

Between Amadora Hospital and Marquês de Pombal, route 1704 crosses residential neighborhoods, the commercial areas of Alfragide and some of the best-known leisure spaces in western and central Lisbon.

The route starts near Hospital Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca and passes through areas such as Reboleira, Damaia, Buraca and Alfragide, then continues through residential and commercial areas near Estrada de Alfragide, Zambujal and Campolide.

In its final section, the route takes on a more urban and tourist-oriented character. The Amoreiras, Campolide, Alameda Edgar Cardoso and Marquês de Pombal stops leave passengers close to shopping centers, cinemas, viewpoints, gardens and cultural facilities.

According to the data provided, the route operates with 64 departures in the Amadora–Marquês de Pombal direction and 65 in the opposite direction on weekdays. On Saturdays, there are 19 departures in each direction; on Sundays and public holidays, 18. The distances below are approximate and estimated from the route coordinates and the locations of the stops. Frequency, fares and operating conditions should be confirmed with the operator before traveling.

Aqueduto das Águas Livres

Aqueduto das Águas Livres is one of the strongest historical landmarks in the territory crossed by route 1704. The route passes stops identified by the reference “Aqueduct,” both in the Amadora area and along the Buraca and Damaia corridor, allowing passengers to get close to the sections and structures associated with the system built to supply Lisbon.

In Amadora, the aqueduct and its subsidiary branches form a distinctive landscape among streets, neighborhoods and green areas. The walk is especially worthwhile for the scale of the arches, the importance of the structure in the region’s urban history and the opportunity to combine heritage with a walk through the neighborhoods crossed by the route.

• 📍 Location: Sections of Aqueduto das Águas Livres and subsidiary structures in the Amadora, Buraca and Damaia areas.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Dom Carlos I (Aqueduct) and R. Bartolomeu Dias (Aqueduct), between 100 and 400 meters.
• 🏷️ Category: Historical heritage and outdoor walking.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: A large-scale monument that crosses different neighborhoods and helps tell the story of water supply in the Lisbon region.

Alegro Alfragide

Alegro Alfragide is the main shopping stop on the Alfragide section. The center brings together around 120 stores, an Auchan hypermarket, services, dining areas and Cinema City, providing a practical option for those wishing to combine shopping, meals and entertainment in a single destination.

Its proximity to Estrada de Alfragide and Avenida da Quinta Grande makes it one of the most convenient points along the route for getting off the bus and spending a few hours. In addition to shopping, the cinema schedule and variety of restaurants also make the space appealing for a late-afternoon outing or a plan on rainy days.

• 📍 Location: Avenida dos Cavaleiros, 60, Carnaxide.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Quinta Grande 24A and Estrada de Alfragide 82, between 300 and 600 meters.
• 🏷️ Category: Shopping center, dining, hypermarket and cinema.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Combines shopping, a supermarket, food and cinema screenings in one of the main commercial hubs near the route.

IKEA Alfragide

In the Alfragide industrial area, the route also comes close to IKEA Alfragide, located near Estrada Nacional 117. It is known for its large furniture and home-decor showroom, but it also serves as an outing for those looking for home inspiration, organizational solutions or a meal at the store’s restaurant.

The site is particularly useful for people traveling from neighborhoods in Amadora and Alfragide who prefer to reach the commercial corridor by public transport, avoiding a trip exclusively by car. The visit can be combined with Alegro Alfragide, although checking the most comfortable walking route between the two points is recommended.

• 📍 Location: Zona Industrial de Alfragide, Estrada Nacional 117, Amadora.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Força Aérea Portuguesa and Av. Quinta Grande, between 300 and 700 meters.
• 🏷️ Category: Shopping, home décor, furniture and dining.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: A major reference store for home and décor, with room displays, planning services and a restaurant.

Parque do Zambujal

Parque do Zambujal offers a green break in the most commercial section of Alfragide. Covering around three hectares, the park includes lawns, trees, walking paths, two sports courts, a skating rink and an outdoor cardio-fitness circuit.

It is an appealing choice for anyone who wants to walk, exercise or simply rest after visiting the area’s stores. The park is also crossed by Aqueduto das Francesas, a subsidiary aqueduct of Aqueduto das Águas Livres, reinforcing the connection between leisure, nature and heritage that characterizes this section of the route.

• 📍 Location: Alfragide parish, near the Zambujal area.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Estrada do Zambujal, Estrada de Alfragide and stops on Avenida Quinta Grande, between 100 and 500 meters.
• 🏷️ Category: Urban park, sports and leisure.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Combines green areas, sports facilities, walking paths and a section of Aqueduto das Francesas.

Amoreiras Shopping Center

The Amoreiras stop places route 1704 in front of one of Lisbon’s best-known shopping centers. Amoreiras Shopping Center brings together fashion, technology, culture, home décor, food and service stores, as well as NOS Cinemas and a dining selection ranging from quick cafés to restaurants.

The center serves as a gateway to the Amoreiras area and the Campolide district. It is a versatile destination for running errands, meeting someone, watching a movie or simply browsing a covered space with a wide variety of stores and restaurants.

• 📍 Location: Amoreiras area, Lisbon.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Amoreiras, between 50 and 200 meters.
• 🏷️ Category: Shopping center, dining, services and cinema.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: A major concentration of shopping and leisure, with NOS Cinemas and one of the city’s best-known panoramic views in the complex itself.

Amoreiras 360º Panoramic View

For those arriving at the shopping center wanting to see Lisbon from above, Amoreiras 360º Panoramic View is the building’s highlight. The viewpoint offers views of the city from an elevated position, with a broad perspective of the urban landscape, hills and several of the capital’s landmarks.

The attraction is a good option for a short itinerary along the route: simply get off at Amoreiras, combine the visit to the viewpoint with a meal or a movie and continue the journey from the same corridor. As the experience depends on the site’s operating conditions, it is advisable to check opening hours and access availability in advance.

• 📍 Location: Amoreiras Shopping Center, Lisbon.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Amoreiras, between 50 and 250 meters.
• 🏷️ Category: Viewpoint and tourist attraction.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Panoramic views of Lisbon from one of the most iconic buildings in the Amoreiras area.

Parque Eduardo VII

At the route’s destination, Parque Eduardo VII is one of the best options for continuing the outing outdoors. Located beside Marquês de Pombal Roundabout, the park covers around 26 hectares and offers a large grassy axis, avenues, wooded areas, children’s facilities, rest areas and panoramic views over the city.

The site also hosts events, fairs and cultural activities throughout the year. Arriving at Marquês de Pombal also makes it possible to combine the park with Avenida da Liberdade, Praça do Marquês and other central points in Lisbon, turning the end of the route into a complete urban itinerary.

• 📍 Location: Extension of Avenida da Liberdade, beside Marquês de Pombal Roundabout, Lisbon.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Marquês de Pombal (Metro), between 400 and 800 meters, depending on the access route chosen.
• 🏷️ Category: Urban park, leisure, events and viewpoint.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: A large central green area with views over Lisbon, rest areas, dining and direct connections to important city corridors.

Estufa Fria de Lisboa

Also beside Parque Eduardo VII, Estufa Fria de Lisboa offers a quieter, more contemplative experience. The space contains more than 300 plant species from different regions of the world, paths through vegetation, lakes and waterfalls, creating a cool, sheltered environment in the heart of the city.

It is an especially interesting activity for families, visitors who enjoy botany or anyone looking to escape the bustle of the central avenues for a while. Estufa Fria closes on Mondays and has seasonal hours, so it is important to confirm opening times before boarding route 1704 toward Marquês.

• 📍 Location: Parque Eduardo VII, Lisbon.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Marquês de Pombal (Metro), between 700 meters and 1.2 kilometers.
• 🏷️ Category: Botanical garden, leisure and environmental education.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: A diverse plant collection, cool environment, paths, lakes and waterfalls in a central green area of Lisbon.

With route 1704, it is possible to create different types of outings without changing buses: start with the heritage of the Aqueduct in Amadora, get off in Alfragide for shopping and cinema, take a break at Parque do Zambujal or continue to Amoreiras and Marquês de Pombal to enjoy shopping centers, viewpoints and gardens. On weekdays, departures are more frequent; on weekends and public holidays, it is worth checking the schedule in advance to choose the best time for the outbound and return journeys.

Sources

• Amadora City Council — Aqueduto Geral das Águas Livres
• Amadora City Council — Routes along Aqueduto das Águas Livres
• Amadora City Council — Parque do Zambujal
• Alegro — Alegro Alfragide contacts and address
• Alegro Alfragide — Stores and services
• IKEA Portugal — IKEA Alfragide
• Amoreiras Shopping Center — Stores and attractions
• Lisbon City Council — Parque Eduardo VII
• Estufa Fria de Lisboa
• Estufa Fria de Lisboa — Visiting and how to get there