Guide to Route 1733: From Marquês de Pombal to the Business Corridor of Oeiras and São Marcos
Route 1733 connects central Lisbon with Queijas, Porto Salvo, Lagoas Park, Taguspark and São Marcos, creating a useful route for commuting as well as shopping, dining, cultural and leisure activities.
The route begins near Marquês de Pombal, crosses the Amoreiras area and continues along Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco before reaching Queijas. In this first section, the surroundings are urban, marked by offices, shops, gardens and some of the capital's best-known cultural and tourist facilities.
After Queijas, the route enters the municipality of Oeiras through Porto Salvo, passing through business and commercial areas such as Lagoas Park and Oeiras Parque. The route continues through Leião and reaches Taguspark, one of the region's main hubs for science, technology, business, dining and cultural programming, ending in São Marcos, already in the municipality of Sintra.
Notice: the distances shown are approximate and estimated from the coordinates provided for the route and the locations of the establishments. The route operates only on weekdays, with 26 departures in the Marquês de Pombal–São Marcos direction and 14 departures in the São Marcos–Marquês de Pombal direction. No departures are provided for Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays. The fare and operator were not indicated in the data provided.
| Location | Category | Closest stop/section | Approximate distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parque Eduardo VII | Urban park and leisure | Marquês de Pombal (Metro) P5 | 0,3 to 0,7 km |
| Estufa Fria de Lisboa | Tourist attraction and green space | Marquês de Pombal (Metro) P5 | 0,6 to 1,0 km |
| Jardim das Amoreiras | Historic garden | Rua Joaquim António Aguiar or Amoreiras | 0,4 to 0,8 km |
| Amoreiras Shopping Center | Shopping center, dining and cinema | Amoreiras or Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco | 0,2 to 0,5 km |
| Oeiras Parque | Shopping center, dining and cinema | Lagoas Park or Avenida Santa Casa da Misericórdia | 0,2 to 0,7 km |
| Lagoas Park | Business, dining and leisure hub | Lagoas Park (Teixeira Duarte) | 0,1 to 0,5 km |
| Taguspark | Innovation, dining, art and culture hub | Taguspark (Central Hub) | 0,1 to 0,4 km |
Parque Eduardo VII
Parque Eduardo VII is one of the major green areas in central Lisbon and serves as a gateway to one of the city's most iconic corridors. From the Marquês de Pombal stop, visitors can walk to the broad central promenade, admire the view along Avenida da Liberdade and find various spaces for walking and socializing.
The park also hosts seasonal and large-scale events, such as the Lisbon Book Fair. It is a good choice for beginning an outing along Route 1733, especially for those who want to combine an open-air walk with a visit to Estufa Fria or other cultural facilities in the area.
- 📍 Location: Alameda Cardeal Cerejeira, Lisbon.
- 🚏 Closest route stop/section and approximate distance: Marquês de Pombal (Metro) P5, approximately 0,3 to 0,7 km away.
- 🏷️ Category: Urban park and leisure.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Central green area with a privileged view of Avenida da Liberdade and pedestrian access to several Lisbon attractions.
Estufa Fria de Lisboa
Located within Parque Eduardo VII, Estufa Fria is one of the most distinctive visits along the route's initial section. The site contains cool, warm and tropical greenhouse environments, with a botanical collection comprising more than 300 plant species originating from different regions of the world.
In addition to its landscape interest, the attraction features architectural and sculptural elements, as well as an Interpretive Center dedicated to botany and the city's green infrastructure. It is a particularly interesting activity for families, visitors who prefer peaceful walks and anyone looking for a green break in the heart of Lisbon.
- 📍 Location: Parque Eduardo VII, 1070-099 Lisbon.
- 🚏 Closest route stop/section and approximate distance: Marquês de Pombal (Metro) P5, approximately 0,6 to 1,0 km away.
- 🏷️ Category: Tourist attraction, botanical garden and cultural space.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: A group of three greenhouse environments, a diverse botanical collection and integration with Parque Eduardo VII.
Jardim das Amoreiras
Jardim das Amoreiras, also known as Jardim Marcelino Mesquita, offers a more intimate counterpoint to the bustle of the major avenues. The historic garden occupies a wooded area beside the Águas Livres Aqueduct and the Mãe de Água area, in surroundings shaped by the urban history of the Águas Livres neighborhood.
It is a suitable stop for those who enjoy historic gardens, architecture and short walks. Its proximity to Amoreiras makes it possible to create a combined itinerary: a break in the garden, a visit to local shops and then shopping or a meal at Amoreiras Shopping Center.
- 📍 Location: Rua das Amoreiras, parish of Santo António, Lisbon.
- 🚏 Closest route stop/section and approximate distance: Rua Joaquim António Aguiar or Amoreiras, approximately 0,4 to 0,8 km away.
- 🏷️ Category: Historic garden and urban walk.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Wooded setting beside the Águas Livres Aqueduct, with a strong connection to the history of Lisbon's urban development.
Amoreiras Shopping Center
Amoreiras Shopping Center is the main commercial point in the first stage of Route 1733. Opened in 1985, it became one of Lisbon's best-known shopping complexes and brings together fashion stores, services, a bookstore, a supermarket, food outlets and cinemas.
The center is a practical option for anyone who needs to take care of several tasks in one place or wants to have lunch, get a coffee and continue the outing without straying from the route. Attractions include the cinema, the varied dining options and Amoreiras 360º Panoramic View, a lookout located in the complex offering broad views over the capital.
- 📍 Location: Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco, 1070-103 Lisbon.
- 🚏 Closest route stop/section and approximate distance: Amoreiras or Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco, approximately 0,2 to 0,5 km away.
- 🏷️ Category: Shopping center, dining, cinema and lookout.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Combines shops, a supermarket, restaurants, NOS Cinemas and a panoramic view over Lisbon.
Oeiras Parque
In the municipality of Oeiras, Oeiras Parque is the route's main stop for shopping, meals and entertainment in a shopping-center setting. The complex brings together around 170 stores, services, dining options and cinema screens, serving as a convenient hub for residents, workers and visitors to the area.
Its location is particularly useful because it is close to important business areas in Porto Salvo, Lagoas Park and Taguspark. For those using Route 1733 during the week, the center can serve either as a quick break between appointments or as a longer outing for shopping, dinner or a movie.
- 📍 Location: Avenida António Bernardo Cabral de Macedo, 2770-219 Oeiras.
- 🚏 Closest route stop/section and approximate distance: Lagoas Park (Teixeira Duarte) or Avenida Santa Casa da Misericórdia, approximately 0,2 to 0,7 km away.
- 🏷️ Category: Shopping center, dining, services and cinema.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: A large concentration of stores, restaurants and entertainment near Oeiras's business hubs.
Lagoas Park
Lagoas Park completely changes the pace of the route. Instead of a traditional urban center, the route reaches an integrated business park with gardens, office buildings, a hotel, services and dining options designed for people who work or move through the complex.
Options promoted by the park itself include restaurants and cafés such as Lagoas Brunch, Âncora Buffet, Miss Jappa, Lazuli, Homa, Palheiro Grill and the restaurant at Lagoas Park Hotel. The site also offers wellness facilities, such as Solinca, and outdoor areas that make a lunch or coffee break more pleasant.
- 📍 Location: Lagoas Park, Porto Salvo, Oeiras.
- 🚏 Closest route stop/section and approximate distance: Lagoas Park (Teixeira Duarte), approximately 0,1 to 0,5 km away.
- 🏷️ Category: Business, dining, hotel and leisure hub.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Concentration of restaurants, services, gardens, a hotel and companies in the same complex, with direct public transport access.
Taguspark
Taguspark is the most notable destination in the final part of Route 1733. Known as Knowledge City, the complex brings together companies, startups, institutions connected with science and technology, a congress center and a program that brings innovation, art and the community closer together.
The Central Hub contains much of the experience for those arriving by bus. There are dining options such as Burgway, Restaurante Panorâmico and Teatro Caffé – Art Breaker, as well as cultural initiatives, exhibitions and activities organized by the Fora d’Horas project and the Taguspark Urban Art Museum. It is an interesting place to have lunch during the week, attend events or simply discover a more contemporary side of Oeiras.
- 📍 Location: Taguspark Central Hub, Avenida Professor Doutor Cavaco Silva, Oeiras.
- 🚏 Closest route stop/section and approximate distance: Taguspark (Central Hub), Taguspark (BCP) or Taguspark (Novo Banco), approximately 0,1 to 0,4 km away.
- 🏷️ Category: Innovation, dining, art, theater and culture hub.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Integrates business and technology with exhibitions, urban art, dining, theater and cultural events.
With departures concentrated on weekdays, Route 1733 primarily serves people traveling between central Lisbon and the residential and business hubs of Oeiras and São Marcos. Along the way, passengers can get off near parks, gardens, shopping centers, restaurants, cinemas and cultural spaces, turning a functional journey between Marquês de Pombal and Taguspark into a diverse itinerary through Greater Lisbon.
Sources
- Amoreiras Shopping Center
- Amoreiras Shopping Center location and information
- Estufa Fria de Lisboa
- Lisbon City Council — Estufa Fria
- Lisbon City Council — Jardim das Amoreiras
- Oeiras Parque
- Oeiras Parque — contact details and location
- Lagoas Park
- Lagoas Park — location and services
- Taguspark
- Taguspark — art, culture and dining