Guide to Route 1731: culture, gastronomy and leisure between Agualva-Cacém and São Francisco Xavier Hospital

Guide to Route 1731: culture, gastronomy and leisure between Agualva-Cacém and São Francisco Xavier Hospital

Between Agualva-Cacém Station and São Francisco Xavier Hospital, route 1731 reveals an itinerary featuring urban art, industrial heritage, archaeology, parks, markets and cultural attractions.

The route begins beside Agualva-Cacém station and crosses residential and commercial areas of Cacém, São Marcos and Taguspark before entering the municipality of Oeiras. From there, the route passes through Porto Salvo, Leceia, Barcarena, Queijas, Carnaxide, Outurela, Linda-a-Velha and Miraflores.

In the final section, the route takes on a more urban, riverside character as it approaches Algés, Dafundo and the banks of the Tagus. This is where some of the most interesting meeting places along the route appear, such as Algés Market, Anjos Palace and the Vasco da Gama Aquarium.

Notice: the distances shown are approximate and estimated from the coordinates provided for the route and the locations of the stops; they may vary depending on the route taken on foot. The route lists 28 departures in each direction on weekdays and 7 departures in each direction on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. No fare or operator data was provided.

Taguspark and MAU – Museum of Urban Art

The Taguspark (BCP) stop places route 1731 at the heart of one of Oeiras's best-known business and technology areas. In addition to office buildings and support services, the complex includes restaurants, green spaces and a program combining science, innovation, art and social interaction.

The main attraction for visitors is MAU – Museum of Urban Art, an open-air museum made up of murals, sculptures and installations spread throughout Taguspark. The visit works well during the day, especially for those who enjoy photography, contemporary architecture and urban art, and it can be combined with a gastronomic break at the park's establishments.

• 📍 Location: Taguspark, Porto Salvo, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Taguspark (BCP), about 100 to 300 metres away.
• 🏷️ Category: Urban art, leisure, food service and services.
• ⭐ Distinctive feature: a collection of murals and sculptures integrated into a science and technology park.

Barcarena Gunpowder Factory and Black Gunpowder Museum

Between the Barcarena stops, the route passes close to one of the most striking heritage complexes in the municipality of Oeiras. The former Gunpowder Factory was restored and transformed into a large cultural space, with historic buildings, gardens, terraces, event areas and various facilities connected to the site's industrial heritage.

The Black Gunpowder Museum is the main point of interest for anyone who wants to understand the history of gunpowder production and the complex's relationship with its former industrial activity. The visit can also include Pátio do Enxugo and the factory's outdoor areas, which give the complex an unusual atmosphere, combining heritage, nature and cultural programming.

• 📍 Location: Estrada do Cacém, Barcarena, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Barcarena (Ponte) or Barcarena (Bombeiros), about 400 to 800 metres away.
• 🏷️ Category: Industrial heritage, museum, gardens and performances.
• ⭐ Distinctive feature: a large restored historic complex with a museum, cultural spaces and leisure areas in the same venue.

Leceia Prehistoric Settlement

The Leceia section offers a different kind of stop from the usual circuit of shopping centres and restaurants. The Leceia Prehistoric Settlement is an important archaeological site in the municipality of Oeiras, associated with communities that occupied the region during prehistoric times.

It is a good choice for a historical and educational outing, especially for those who appreciate archaeological remains, open landscapes and less obvious itineraries. The proximity of the Leceia (Igreja) and Leceia (Rotunda Idade do Cobre) stops makes it easier to connect public transport with the archaeological site.

• 📍 Location: Rua Sete de Junho, Leceia, Barcarena.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Leceia (Igreja), about 300 to 600 metres away.
• 🏷️ Category: Archaeology, heritage and cultural tourism.
• ⭐ Distinctive feature: the opportunity to directly experience a preserved prehistoric settlement in the Lisbon metropolitan area.

Miraflores Urban Park

In the Miraflores area, route 1731 crosses an area characterized by offices, housing and green spaces. Miraflores Urban Park is an option for slowing down, walking and taking a break between commitments, with a more open and tranquil atmosphere than that of the surrounding avenues.

The park is part of Oeiras's network of public green spaces and helps explain Miraflores's distinctive identity: a business and residential area that has also invested in leisure spaces. The stop at the roundabout on Avenida General Norton de Matos is one of the most convenient references for reaching the site.

• 📍 Location: Professor Francisco Caldeira Cabral Park, Miraflores, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Gen. Norton de Matos (Rot. Miraflores), about 300 to 600 metres away.
• 🏷️ Category: Urban park and outdoor leisure.
• ⭐ Distinctive feature: a green area located within one of the route's main business and residential districts.

Anjos Palace

Near central Algés, Anjos Palace is one of the route's most elegant cultural landmarks. The historic building serves as a space dedicated to the visual arts and is part of the group of cultural facilities recognized by the municipality of Oeiras.

The visit combines architecture, local history and exhibitions in an environment that contrasts with the commercial and traffic activity around the station. It is an especially interesting option for those getting off in Algés who want to take a short cultural tour before continuing to the market, the theatre or the riverside.

• 📍 Location: Alameda Hermano Patrone, Algés.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Algés (Estação) P4, about 500 to 800 metres away.
• 🏷️ Category: Heritage, exhibitions and visual arts.
• ⭐ Distinctive feature: a historic palace converted into a cultural hub near central Algés.

Amélia Rey Colaço Municipal Theatre

Also in the Algés area, the Amélia Rey Colaço Municipal Theatre is an option for including performances in a route 1731 itinerary. The venue hosts theatrical productions and other stage activities, maintaining an important cultural presence in an area characterized by commerce, transport and neighbourhood life.

Because it is relatively close to Algés station, the theatre can be combined with dinner at Algés Market or a walk through the town's central streets. As the program may change, it is advisable to check the schedule before planning the trip.

• 📍 Location: Rua Eduardo Augusto Pedroso, Algés.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Algés (Estação) P4, about 500 to 800 metres away.
• 🏷️ Category: Theatre and performances.
• ⭐ Distinctive feature: a leading cultural venue with easy access from the station and Algés's central axis.

Algés Market

Algés Market is the most direct stop for anyone looking for gastronomy and socializing. The venue brings together different food-service concepts, with options ranging from burgers and Italian cuisine to Portuguese snacks, Asian flavours, meat dishes, desserts and drinks.

The concept is closer to a gastronomic hub than to a traditional grocery market: there are indoor and outdoor areas, options for eating on-site and an events schedule that includes music, DJs, festivals and themed gatherings. The “Mercado Algés” stop leaves visitors practically at the complex's entrance.

• 📍 Location: Rua Dr. Manuel de Arriaga, Algés.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Bomb. Voluntários de Algés (Mercado Algés), about 100 to 300 metres away.
• 🏷️ Category: Market, gastronomy, bars and events.
• ⭐ Distinctive feature: a variety of restaurants and a social atmosphere with its own program.

Vasco da Gama Aquarium

In the final section, between Algés, Dafundo and São Francisco Xavier Hospital, the route approaches the Vasco da Gama Aquarium, one of the historic attractions in Oeiras's riverside area. The facility houses collections and environments related to aquatic life, offering a particularly interesting visit for families, students and anyone curious about the sea.

The attraction is not located beside one of the itinerary's central stops, but it can be reached on foot from the Avenida D. Vasco da Gama section, with an estimated walk. The outing combines well with exploring the riverside and the areas near Cruz Quebrada and Dafundo.

• 📍 Location: Rua Direita do Dafundo, Dafundo, Oeiras.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. D. Vasco da Gama or São Francisco Xavier Hospital, about 800 metres to 1.3 kilometres away.
• 🏷️ Category: Aquarium, culture and tourist attraction.
• ⭐ Distinctive feature: a historic facility dedicated to promoting knowledge of aquatic life and maritime heritage.

With 28 departures in each direction on weekdays and seven on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, route 1731 can be used to create multi-stage outings: art and gastronomy at Taguspark, heritage in Barcarena and Leceia, green spaces in Miraflores, and a combination of market, theatre and cultural attractions in Algés. Before setting out, it is worth checking the direction of travel, choosing the most convenient stop and allowing extra time for sections covered on foot.

Sources

• Taguspark – MAU, urban art, culture and gastronomy
• Municipality of Oeiras – Cultural, leisure and tourism facilities
• Municipality of Oeiras – Public green spaces
• Algés Market – restaurants, events and visitor information
• Alegro Alfragide – information about shops, food service and cinema
• Portuguese Navy – Vasco da Gama Aquarium