Guide to Route 3605: from Cacilhas to Setúbal, with stops for eating, walking, and discovering Azeitão

Route 3605 connects the Cacilhas Terminal to the Setúbal Terminal, crossing Almada, Seixal, Coina, Quinta do Conde, and Azeitão — a long journey combining a riverside setting, shopping, urban parks, regional cuisine, and wine tourism.

The route begins beside the Tagus in Cacilhas, one of the main gateways to Almada and a connection point for river transport to Lisbon, the Metro Sul do Tejo, and several bus routes. From there, the bus travels along the avenues of Cova da Piedade, Laranjeiro, and Corroios, through an area characterized by local shops, services, and residential areas.

Halfway along the route, it follows National Road 10 through Seixal, Paio Pires, Coina, and Quinta do Conde. This is where large shopping areas, RioSul Shopping, and Parque da Vila appear, before the arrival in Vila Nogueira de Azeitão, a region known for its wines, cheeses, traditional sweets, and historic estates.

In the final kilometers, the route enters Setúbal through the São Luís da Serra area and along General Daniel de Sousa, 5 de Outubro, and Manuel Maria Portela avenues. From the terminal, you can continue on foot to the historic center, Mercado do Livramento, Avenida Luísa Todi, and other leisure and dining venues in the city.

Notice: the distances shown are approximate and estimated from the coordinates of the route and the listed stops, taking into account walking to each location. According to the data provided, the route operates only on weekdays, with 13 departures in the Cacilhas–Setúbal direction and 13 in the Setúbal–Cacilhas direction; there are no departures on Saturdays, Sundays, or public holidays. The fare, detailed schedules, and operator should be confirmed before traveling.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Jardim do Rio and Cais do Ginjal	Leisure and scenery	Cacilhas (Terminal)	0.8 to 1.2 km
Atira-te ao Rio	Restaurant and outdoor terrace	Cacilhas (Terminal)	0.8 to 1.2 km
RioSul Shopping	Shopping center and dining	Torre Marinha — Rua dos Brejos da Piedade (RioSul)	0.1 to 0.3 km
Parque da Vila, in Quinta do Conde	Urban park and entertainment	Quinta do Conde — EN10, Parque da Vila	0.1 to 0.4 km
Bacalhôa Adega Museu	Wine tourism and culture	Rua de Lisboa — In front of Parque da Bacalhôa	0.1 to 0.5 km
Mercado do Livramento	Market and dining	Setúbal (ITS)	0.9 to 1.4 km
Casa da Baía	Tourism, regional products, and culture	Setúbal (ITS)	1.1 to 1.6 km
Avenida Luísa Todi	Dining hub and urban stroll	Setúbal (ITS)	0.9 to 1.5 km

Jardim do Rio and Cais do Ginjal

The initial section of Route 3605 invites you to take a detour toward the Tagus. From Cacilhas Terminal, you can walk along Cais do Ginjal to Jardim do Rio, a waterside promenade with grass, trees, benches, and open views of Lisbon. The setting combines remnants of Almada’s former industrial landscape, boat traffic, and one of the best viewpoints for observing the north bank of the river.

The area is also a good choice for an unhurried walk, especially in the late afternoon. Fonte da Pipa, a monumental fountain built in the 18th century, is one of the historic features of the site. For those who want to vary the route, the Boca do Vento Panoramic Elevator connects the riverside area to the upper part of Almada and offers panoramic views over the Tagus.

📍 Location: Cais do Ginjal and Jardim do Rio, Almada.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Cacilhas (Terminal), approximately 0.8 to 1.2 km away.
🏷️ Category: Leisure, riverside walk, and scenery.
⭐ Distinctive feature: Privileged views of Lisbon, a setting beside the Tagus, and a connection to the Boca do Vento Panoramic Elevator.

Atira-te ao Rio

Along the route through Ginjal, Atira-te ao Rio combines cuisine and scenery on a terrace facing Lisbon. The restaurant occupies a particularly appealing location for those arriving by public transport: the walk from Cacilhas is part of the outing and follows the bank of the Tagus before reaching the tables.

The establishment serves cuisine with varied influences, with an emphasis on Brazilian-inspired dishes, fish, and options to share. The panoramic setting is ideal for leisurely lunches, end-of-day gatherings, and a break with a view of the river, although it is advisable to check opening times and whether reservations are required in advance.

📍 Location: Cais do Ginjal, 69/70, Cacilhas.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Cacilhas (Terminal), approximately 0.8 to 1.2 km away.
🏷️ Category: Restaurant, café, and outdoor terrace.
⭐ Distinctive feature: Panoramic views of Lisbon and a location integrated into the walk along Cais do Ginjal.

RioSul Shopping

In the Torre da Marinha area, the route passes practically at the door of RioSul Shopping, a convenient option for shopping, dining, and services. The shopping center has 126 stores spread across two floors, restaurants, a hypermarket, an outdoor terrace, a children’s play area, and free parking, making it one of the main commercial hubs on the route between Seixal and Coina.

The stop identified in the itinerary as “Torre Marinha — Rua dos Brejos da Piedade (RioSul)” is the most convenient for anyone wishing to take a break during the journey or handle several tasks in one place. The variety of restaurants also makes it useful for a quick meal before continuing the trip.

📍 Location: Rua Libertadores de Timor Loro Sae, Seixal.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Torre Marinha — Rua dos Brejos da Piedade (RioSul), approximately 0.1 to 0.3 km away.
🏷️ Category: Shopping center, dining, and services.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A concentration of stores, a hypermarket, restaurants, an outdoor terrace, and a children’s area beside the route.

Parque da Vila, in Quinta do Conde

The stop “Quinta do Conde — EN10, Parque da Vila” provides access to one of the town’s best-known public spaces. Parque da Vila was designed for everyday leisure and includes green areas, a children’s playground, exercise equipment, a performance space, and communal areas for families.

The park has a versatile character: it can serve as a break between journeys or as part of a longer outing. Quinta do Conde’s cultural and sporting programming often uses the site, which also hosts outdoor activities and community events at different times of the year.

📍 Location: Quinta do Conde, beside National Road 10.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Quinta do Conde (EN10) — Parque da Vila, approximately 0.1 to 0.4 km away.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, leisure, and entertainment.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A space designed for families, sports, children’s recreation, and outdoor events.

Bacalhôa Adega Museu

The Azeitão section is the most notable part of the route for those who enjoy wine, heritage, and cultural experiences. Bacalhôa Adega Museu is located on National Road 10, near the stops identified as “In front of Parque da Bacalhôa,” and offers guided tours combining winemaking, art, and history.

The site displays collections of Portuguese tiles from the 16th to the 20th centuries, thematic exhibitions, works of art, and a Japanese garden. The experience also includes wine tasting, but the tours are guided and may depend on availability or prior booking, so it is worth planning the visit before boarding the route.

📍 Location: Estrada Nacional 10, 2925-901, Vila Nogueira de Azeitão.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Rua de Lisboa — In front of Parque da Bacalhôa, approximately 0.1 to 0.5 km away.
🏷️ Category: Wine tourism, museum, and cultural heritage.
⭐ Distinctive feature: It combines wine, Portuguese tilework, art, a Japanese garden, and guided tours in a single location.

Mercado do Livramento

In Setúbal, Mercado do Livramento is one of the essential stops for anyone wanting to discover the region’s flavors. Founded more than a century ago, the market is known for its selection of fish, seafood, fruit, vegetables, cheese, and other products that help explain the city’s culinary identity.

The visit can be combined with a walk through the Baixa and along Avenida Luísa Todi. For those arriving at Setúbal Terminal, the market is an estimated walk of just over one kilometer away, a suitable distance for turning your arrival into a route through the historic center.

📍 Location: Avenida Luísa Todi, 163, Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Setúbal (ITS), approximately 0.9 to 1.4 km away.
🏷️ Category: Market, shopping, and dining.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A strong connection to local cuisine and a wide variety of fresh and regional products.

Casa da Baía

Casa da Baía serves as a tourism and culinary showcase for Setúbal. Housed in a historic municipal building on Avenida Luísa Todi, it contains a tourist information office, a regional products shop, a wine bar, a café, and spaces dedicated to promoting the region’s culture and flavors.

It is a good starting point for organizing other outings around the city, discovering local producers, and buying wines, Azeitão cheeses, sweets, and handicrafts. The site also houses CIRES, dedicated to promoting awareness of the dolphin community in the Sado estuary, as well as outdoor areas and cloisters used for socializing and cultural activities.

📍 Location: Avenida Luísa Todi, 468, Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Setúbal (ITS), approximately 1.1 to 1.6 km away.
🏷️ Category: Tourism, culture, shopping, and dining.
⭐ Distinctive feature: It brings together tourist information, regional products, wines, a café, and content about Setúbal Bay.

Avenida Luísa Todi

Avenida Luísa Todi is home to one of the most interesting areas for eating and walking in Setúbal. The avenue has restaurants, cafés, outdoor terraces, and access to facilities such as Mercado do Livramento and Casa da Baía, forming an urban route that is easy to explore on foot from the terminal.

Among the flavors most associated with the city are cuttlefish, fish from the Sado, sardines, oysters, and Azeitão cheese. The avenue works equally well for a full meal or a tapas-style food tour, with options ranging from traditional establishments to contemporary offerings.

📍 Location: Avenida Luísa Todi, central Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Setúbal (ITS), approximately 0.9 to 1.5 km away.
🏷️ Category: Dining hub, urban stroll, and shopping.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A concentration of restaurants and cafés close to the municipal market and cultural attractions in the center.

With 13 departures in each direction on weekdays, Route 3605 allows you to plan different types of outings: a short trip to RioSul Shopping, an afternoon at the park in Quinta do Conde, a wine tourism visit in Azeitão, or a complete culinary tour of Setúbal. Since there is no service on Saturdays, Sundays, or public holidays according to the data provided, schedule planning is essential — especially for those intending to travel the entire route between Cacilhas and Setúbal.

Guide to Route 3605: from Cacilhas to Setúbal, with stops for eating, walking, and discovering Azeitão