Guide to Route 3704: between Charneca de Caparica and the heart of Lisbon

Route 3704 connects Charneca de Caparica to Marquês de Pombal and crosses an area filled with parks, markets, shopping centers, sports facilities, and urban attractions.

The route begins in the residential areas of Charneca de Caparica, passing near the municipal swimming pools, Parque Aventura, Parque Urbano das Quintinhas, and the Municipal Market. This is a quieter stretch, characterized by green areas, local businesses, and facilities geared toward family recreation.

As it passes through Botequim, Lazarim, Sobreda, and Feijó, the route approaches important shopping and recreational destinations in the municipality of Almada. The highlight is Almada Fórum, near which there are shops, restaurants, a hypermarket, and cinemas. Further ahead, already in the Lisbon area, the route crosses the 25 de Abril Bridge, Amoreiras, and Campolide before ending at Marquês de Pombal.

Notice: the distances indicated are approximate and estimated from the coordinates provided for the route and the locations of the establishments and facilities. The route operates only on weekdays, with 18 departures in each direction; no departures are listed for Saturdays, Sundays, or public holidays. The fare and operator were not provided in the available data.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Parque Urbano das Quintinhas	Park and recreation	CH Caparica, Rua Frederico de Freitas / beginning of the route	About 400 to 500 meters
Parque Aventura	Park and recreation	CH Caparica, Rua António Andrade / Municipal Swimming Pools	About 500 to 700 meters
Charneca de Caparica Municipal Market	Market and local shopping	Estrada Nacional 377 / Garden Center	About 200 to 300 meters
Parque da Paz	Urban park and nature	Feijó, Vale Mourelos / Almada Fórum	About 500 to 700 meters
Almada Fórum	Shopping, restaurants, and cinema	Feijó, Almada Fórum	Practically next to the stop
Amoreiras Shopping Center	Shopping, retail, and dining	Amoreiras / Avenida Eng. Duarte Pacheco	About 300 to 500 meters
Aqueduto das Águas Livres	Historical heritage and tourism	Campolide / Alameda Edgar Cardoso	About 700 to 1,000 meters
Parque Eduardo VII	Park, viewpoint, and recreation	Marquês de Pombal	About 300 to 500 meters

Parque Urbano das Quintinhas

In the first few kilometers of the itinerary, route 3704 passes near one of the main green spaces in Charneca de Caparica. Parque Urbano das Quintinhas covers approximately 5.4 hectares and combines children’s recreational areas, walking paths, picnic areas, a wooden pedestrian bridge, and broad spaces for outdoor activities.

It is a good option for anyone wishing to turn a bus journey into a more relaxed outing, especially with children or when looking for a place to walk, have a picnic, or simply rest among the vegetation.

📍 Location: Rua das Quintinhas, Charneca de Caparica.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: first stops in Charneca de Caparica, near Rua Frederico de Freitas; about 400 to 500 meters.
🏷️ Category: Urban park and outdoor recreation.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: a large green area with recreation spaces for different age groups, pedestrian paths, and picnic areas.

Parque Aventura

Near the section where the route passes the municipal swimming pools in Charneca, Parque Aventura offers an unusual combination of nature and recreational activities. The space includes wooded areas and clearings, a children’s playground, a youth park with climbing walls, a cycle path, an amphitheater, seating areas, and a picnic area.

The park was also designed to host small events, exhibitions, concerts, and lectures. For those getting off route 3704 in this area, it is an interesting option for an extended break, with activities for children and open areas for socializing.

📍 Location: Rua Quintinha da Foz, Charneca de Caparica.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: CH Caparica, Rua António Andrade / Municipal Swimming Pools; about 500 to 700 meters.
🏷️ Category: Recreational park and green area.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: combines a children’s playground, climbing walls, a cycle path, an amphitheater, and picnic areas in the same space.

Charneca de Caparica Municipal Market

Between the stops on Estrada Nacional 377 and Rua Doutor Oliveira Feijão, the route approaches the Charneca de Caparica Municipal Market. The site retains the traditional character of neighborhood markets, with stalls and services related to food, everyday shopping, and small businesses.

In addition to produce, a fishmonger, seafood, bakery, butcher, and pastry shop, the market includes a florist, crafts, a bookstore, antiques, clothing, a café, and other services. It is an especially interesting place to experience local commerce and shop without leaving the main axis of the journey.

📍 Location: Rua Marco Cabaço, Charneca de Caparica.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Estrada Nacional 377, near the Garden Center; about 200 to 300 meters.
🏷️ Category: Municipal market and local shopping.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: variety of fresh products and services, including a fishmonger, seafood, produce, bakery, crafts, and a bookstore.

Parque da Paz

In the Feijó area, route 3704 provides access to the vicinity of Parque da Paz, one of the major green spaces in the municipality of Almada. The park is known for its lawns, pedestrian paths, lake, and open areas for walking, relaxing, and outdoor activities.

The site also houses a Biodiversity Station, with an interpretive trail dedicated to fauna and flora. The initiative identifies animal and plant species that can be observed in the park, making the visit an opportunity to combine nature, environmental education, and urban recreation.

📍 Location: Parque da Paz area, next to Avenida Arsenal do Alfeite, Feijó.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Feijó, Vale Mourelos / Almada Fórum; about 500 to 700 meters.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, walking, and nature.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: a large green area with a lake, recreational paths, and a biodiversity station with interpretive signage.

Almada Fórum

The route’s main shopping hub is at the stop that bears its own name: Almada Fórum. The center contains approximately 230 shops, a hypermarket, restaurants, a food court, an outdoor retail park, and movie theaters, making it one of the largest concentrations of shopping and entertainment on the south bank.

It is a versatile stop for different purposes: shopping, a quick meal, a family outing, or a movie. The presence of a large food court and numerous dining options also makes the center a practical choice for anyone using the route in the middle of the day.

📍 Location: Rua Sérgio Malpique, Feijó, Almada.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: FEIJÓ, Almada Fórum; practically next to the shopping center.
🏷️ Category: Shopping center, restaurants, hypermarket, and cinema.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: brings together retail, dining, and entertainment, including 14 movie theaters and dozens of restaurants.

Amoreiras Shopping Center

Upon arriving in Lisbon, route 3704 travels along Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco and leaves passengers a short distance from Amoreiras Shopping Center. The complex is a commercial landmark in the city, with shops, restaurants, a supermarket, and services spread across several floors.

Amoreiras is particularly convenient for anyone who needs to take care of different tasks in a single stop. Its location, between Campolide and central Lisbon, also makes it possible to combine a visit to the shopping center with a walk through the historic and green areas of Amoreiras.

📍 Location: Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Amoreiras / Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco; about 300 to 500 meters.
🏷️ Category: Shopping center, retail, and dining.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: central location and an integrated offering of shops, restaurants, and a supermarket.

Reservatório da Mãe d’Água das Amoreiras and Jardim das Amoreiras

Passing through the Amoreiras area also opens the way to one of Lisbon’s most notable historic complexes. The Mãe d’Água Reservoir, part of the Water Museum, reveals the monumental structure that received the water transported by the Águas Livres Aqueduct.

The monument is located in Jardim das Amoreiras, a landscaped space appreciated for walks and outdoor breaks. A visit combines architecture, urban history, and a more peaceful atmosphere, contrasting with the movement of the nearby major avenues.

📍 Location: Praça das Amoreiras, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Amoreiras; about 400 to 700 meters.
🏷️ Category: Historic monument, museum, and garden.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: allows visitors to explore the interior of a former water reservoir connected to the history of Lisbon’s water supply.

Aqueduto das Águas Livres

Those getting off in the Campolide area can walk to the Águas Livres Aqueduct, one of Lisbon’s most impressive historic engineering works. The structure crosses the Alcântara Valley with a long sequence of arches, some reaching dozens of meters in height.

The monument is a suitable choice for anyone who prefers a cultural and photographic outing. The visitable route connects Campolide, the Alcântara Valley, and the Monsanto area, offering a different perspective on the city and its urban history.

📍 Location: Calçada da Quintinha, Campolide, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Campolide / Alameda Edgar Cardoso; about 700 to 1,000 meters.
🏷️ Category: Historical heritage and tourist attraction.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: national monument with monumental arches over the Alcântara Valley and a direct connection to the history of the capital’s water supply.

Parque Eduardo VII

The route’s terminus at Marquês de Pombal is next to one of Lisbon’s most emblematic urban parks. Parque Eduardo VII extends along the axis of Avenida da Liberdade and offers broad lawns, tree-lined paths, recreational facilities, kiosks, and panoramic views over the city.

It is an excellent choice for ending the journey: simply get off at Marquês and walk toward the park to find an open setting suitable for walks, photographs, relaxation, and cultural events. The Estufa Fria and Pavilhão Carlos Lopes are also nearby.

📍 Location: next to Praça Marquês de Pombal, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/route section and approximate distance: Marquês de Pombal, Metro; about 300 to 500 meters.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, viewpoint, and recreation.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: approximately 26 hectares of green space, panoramic views, and proximity to cultural and recreational facilities.

Operating primarily on weekdays, route 3704 functions as a direct corridor between residential neighborhoods in Charneca de Caparica and major destinations in Almada and Lisbon. For shopping, get off at the Municipal Market or Almada Fórum; for an outdoor outing, the best options are Quintinhas, Aventura, and Parque da Paz; in the capital, Amoreiras, Campolide, and Marquês de Pombal allow you to continue the itinerary on foot through shopping centers, monuments, and green areas.

Guide to Route 3704: between Charneca de Caparica and the heart of Lisbon