Guide to Route 1728: from Marquês de Pombal to Queijas, through shopping, gardens, and local heritage

Guide to Route 1728: from Marquês de Pombal to Queijas, through shopping, gardens, and local heritage

Route 1728 connects central Lisbon with Queijas, passing through Amoreiras, Linda-a-Velha, and Carnaxide and providing access to some of the main shopping, leisure, and heritage sites along this urban corridor.

The route begins near Marquês de Pombal, one of Lisbon’s most central and well-connected areas, and continues through Amoreiras, known for its offices, shops, and restaurants. From there, the route enters the municipality of Oeiras and travels through the residential neighborhoods of Linda-a-Velha, Carnaxide, and Queijas.

It is a route of contrasts: it leaves a monumental and busy area of the capital, passes through major shopping hubs, and reaches areas where gardens, traditional markets, churches, and cultural facilities coexist with housing and local services.

The points below were selected based on their estimated proximity to the stops and coordinates provided for the route. Distances are approximate and may vary depending on the exact drop-off point and the walking route. According to the information provided, the route has 5 departures toward Queijas on weekdays, 2 on Saturdays, and 3 on Sundays and public holidays; toward Marquês de Pombal, there are 9 departures on weekdays, 4 on Saturdays, and 4 on Sundays and public holidays. The fare and operator were not provided.

Parque Eduardo VII

The route’s starting point places passengers beside one of Lisbon’s most recognizable landscapes. Parque Eduardo VII stretches north of Praça Marquês de Pombal and offers a broad view over Avenida da Liberdade, Baixa, and the Tagus. It is suitable both for an unhurried walk and for a quick break before continuing the journey.

In addition to its gardens and viewpoint, the park contains features such as Estufa Fria, Pavilhão Carlos Lopes, monuments, leisure areas, and spaces that host fairs and events throughout the year. The climb along the central axis is particularly interesting for those who want to observe Lisbon’s urban scale and the relationship between the historic center and the city’s higher areas.

• 📍 Location: Parque Eduardo VII, Lisbon.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Marquês de Pombal (Metro) P4, about 0.4 km away.
• 🏷️ Category: Park, viewpoint, and leisure space.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Panoramic views over Lisbon and a direct connection with Praça Marquês de Pombal and Avenida da Liberdade.

Amoreiras Shopping Center

The Amoreiras stop is one of the route’s most convenient options for anyone looking for shopping, services, restaurants, and entertainment at the same address. Amoreiras Shopping Center occupies a prominent place in Lisbon’s landscape, integrated into the Torres das Amoreiras complex, and includes shops, a supermarket, restaurants, and movie theaters.

The shopping center is a convenient option for taking care of everyday shopping or extending the outing with a meal and a movie. Its location on Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco also makes it possible to observe the complex’s bold architecture, one of the most characteristic urban developments in this part of Lisbon.

• 📍 Location: Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco, 1070-103, Lisbon.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Amoreiras, practically beside the complex, about 0.1 km away.
• 🏷️ Category: Shopping center, restaurants, supermarket, and cinema.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: It brings together shopping, dining, and entertainment in one of Lisbon’s best-known architectural complexes.

Fundação Marquês de Pombal and Jardim do Palácio dos Aciprestes

As it passes along Avenida Tomás Ribeiro in Linda-a-Velha, the route comes close to Palácio dos Aciprestes, a historic building that houses Fundação Marquês de Pombal. The institution develops cultural, educational, artistic, and social activities and also maintains facilities such as Casa-Museu Igrejas Caeiro, the toy library, and Parque Atelier Quinta do Salles.

The complex offers a quieter alternative to the route’s major shopping hubs. The palace garden and the building itself help reveal a different side of Linda-a-Velha from its exclusively residential image: a locality with former estates, architectural memory, and facilities dedicated to culture. It is worth checking the program and visiting conditions in advance, especially on exhibition or event days.

• 📍 Location: Avenida Tomás Ribeiro, Palácio dos Aciprestes, Linda-a-Velha, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Tomás Ribeiro 81 or Av. Tomás Ribeiro 82, between about 0.1 and 0.3 km away.
• 🏷️ Category: Cultural foundation, historic heritage, and garden.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: It combines a historic palace, cultural programming, museum spaces, and green areas in the same complex.

Jardim dos Plátanos

Near the stops on Alameda António Sérgio, Jardim dos Plátanos provides a green break in Linda-a-Velha’s urban fabric. It is a public space in a predominantly residential area, suitable for resting, walking, and taking a break between appointments.

Its proximity to local shops and services makes the garden a good choice for a short outing without the need for long journeys. For those traveling on route 1728, it is one of the simplest options for turning an ordinary stop into a moment of outdoor leisure.

• 📍 Location: Alameda António Sérgio, Linda-a-Velha, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Al. António Sérgio 81, about 0.2 km away.
• 🏷️ Category: Urban garden and outdoor leisure.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: A nearby green space suitable for a quick break in central Linda-a-Velha.

Parque Urbano de Miraflores

Although the route does not pass through the main center of Miraflores, the locality’s urban park is near the Linda-a-Velha section and can be reached on foot from the Linda-a-Velha stop. The space is located in an area combining residential buildings, offices, and shops, providing a green counterpoint to the more business-oriented surroundings.

The park contains pedestrian paths, a lawn, children’s and youth areas, a cycle path, and physical-fitness equipment. It is an interesting choice for those who want to walk, exercise, or simply rest before continuing the journey, especially during the week, when the area is used by workers and residents.

• 📍 Location: Parque Professor Francisco Caldeira Cabral, Miraflores, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Linda-a-Velha, about 0.8 km away.
• 🏷️ Category: Urban park, walking, and physical activity.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: It combines recreational areas, a fitness circuit, a cycle path, and spaces for different age groups.

Mercado de Carnaxide

Mercado de Carnaxide is one of the most interesting stops for those who prefer traditional shopping to large retail outlets. Located at Praceta Eugénio de Castro, the market has stalls selling fruit and vegetables, fish, and other products, as well as businesses and services such as a restaurant, grill restaurant, pizzeria, hair salon, barbershop, and shoe repair shop.

Its proximity to the R. 5 de Outubro 13 stop, beside Largo Pátria Nova, makes it easy to visit quickly for shopping or to experience one of Carnaxide’s everyday meeting points. The atmosphere is more local and functional, with shops serving residents and a varied offering concentrated in one facility.

• 📍 Location: Praceta Eugénio de Castro, Carnaxide, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. 5 de Outubro 13 (Largo Pátria Nova), about 0.3 km away.
• 🏷️ Category: Traditional market, food, and local shopping.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: It brings together fresh produce, dining, and various services in a neighborhood facility.

Continente Bom Dia Carnaxide

The Avenida do Forte section also serves a shopping and services area where Continente Bom Dia Carnaxide World Trade Center is located. For those using the route to shop, the supermarket provides a practical option for groceries, with fresh-produce, bakery, grocery, and other basic-product sections.

The stop beside Proteção Civil or the fuel station is the most convenient reference point on the itinerary, but the final walk should be taken into account. It is particularly useful for residents, workers, and passengers combining route 1728 with shopping trips in Carnaxide’s business and residential area.

• 📍 Location: Rua Fernando Távora 3, Carnaxide, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Forte (Posto Combust) or Av. Forte (Proteção Civil), about 0.5 km away.
• 🏷️ Category: Supermarket and grocery shopping.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Essential shopping and fresh products in an area served by several urban roads.

Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Conceição da Rocha

In the Queijas and Linda-a-Pastora area, Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Conceição da Rocha adds a historical and religious dimension to the route. Local tradition connects the sanctuary with the discovery of an image of Nossa Senhora in a cave in the Jamor Valley in 1822, an event that gave rise to a devotion preserved by the community.

The site is one of the most distinctive religious landmarks in the municipality of Oeiras and hosts its own celebrations and festivals. For visitors interested in heritage, local history, and popular religious traditions, the visit can be combined with a walk through the residential areas of Queijas. It is advisable to check opening hours and any visiting conditions in advance.

• 📍 Location: Rua da Senhora da Rocha, Linda-a-Pastora, Queijas, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Queijas (PSP) or R. João XXI (Igreja), about 0.8 km away.
• 🏷️ Category: Sanctuary, religious heritage, and local history.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: It is linked to a tradition that began with the discovery of an image in a cave in the Jamor Valley and continues to hold its own community festivals.

With route 1728, passengers can create very different itineraries without changing buses: begin with a walk in Parque Eduardo VII, shop or watch a movie at Amoreiras, explore the heritage of Aciprestes, rest in the gardens of Linda-a-Velha, buy products at Mercado de Carnaxide, or end the journey with a visit to Santuário da Rocha. Since service is limited at some times, it is worth planning the outbound and return trips in advance and checking the schedules before leaving.

Sources

• Visit Lisboa — Parque Eduardo VII viewpoint
• Amoreiras Shopping Center — location and information
• Fundação Marquês de Pombal
• Municipality of Oeiras — facilities and green spaces
• União das Freguesias de Carnaxide e Queijas — Mercado de Carnaxide
• Continente — Carnaxide World Trade Center store
• Paróquia de Queijas — history of Nossa Senhora da Rocha
• Oeiras360 — Parque Urbano de Miraflores