Guide to Route 3705: from Charneca de Caparica to Sete Rios, among markets, culture and leisure

Route 3705 connects the center of Charneca de Caparica to Sete Rios, passing through Almada, the 25 de Abril Bridge, Alcântara, Campolide and the cultural area around Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian.

The route begins in a residential and commercial setting near the Church of Charneca de Caparica, and continues through Botequim and Lazarim, areas characterized by houses, small businesses and local services. This is a stretch where it is worth combining everyday shopping with a break in the recently upgraded green spaces.

After passing through Pragal and the toll plaza of the 25 de Abril Bridge, the route enters Lisbon via the Alcântara and Avenida de Ceuta corridor. From there, the scenery changes: former industrial areas, food hubs, shopping centers, museums, gardens and cultural facilities accompany the approach to Campolide and Sete Rios.

In the final section, the stops on Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian and Avenida José Malhoa leave passengers near some of the capital’s main cultural and leisure facilities. The destination, Sete Rios, also serves as a strategic point for continuing the outing by train, metro or other buses.

Notice: the distances shown are approximate and estimated from the coordinates of the route and the provided stops, taking into account travel on foot along local roads. Route 3705 has 35 outbound departures and 36 return departures on weekdays; on Saturdays there are 15 departures in each direction, and on Sundays and public holidays, 10. The fare and operator were not provided in the available data.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Charneca de Caparica Urban Park	Park and leisure	CH Caparica, Rua Dr. Oliveira Feijão / Church	300 to 600 meters
Charneca de Caparica Municipal Market	Market and local commerce	CH Caparica, Rua Elias Garcia / Monserrate	600 to 900 meters
Peace Park	Urban park	Pragal, Toll Plaza	1.3 to 1.8 kilometers
LX Factory	Food, shopping and culture	Alcântara-Terra, Station	500 to 700 meters
Amoreiras Shopping Center	Shopping center, dining and cinema	Campolide / Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian	700 meters to 1 kilometer
Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation and Calouste Gulbenkian Museum	Museum, gardens and culture	Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian, access to Avenida José Malhoa	500 to 800 meters
Gulbenkian Modern Art Center	Modern and contemporary art	Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian, access to Avenida José Malhoa	500 to 800 meters
Marquis of Fronteira Palace and Gardens	Heritage and tourism	Sete Rios, Station	1.1 to 1.5 kilometers
Lisbon Zoo	Tourist attraction and leisure	Sete Rios, Station	400 to 700 meters

Charneca de Caparica Urban Park

Right at the beginning of the route, passengers find one of the locality’s new leisure spaces. Located in Largo Faustino Rodrigues, Charneca de Caparica Urban Park transformed an area previously associated with the village fair into a green space intended for recreation, sports and socializing.

With landscaped areas, children’s equipment, fitness facilities, a dog area, parking and bicycle racks, the park works well for a short break or a family outing. It is an especially interesting option for those boarding or getting off at the stops near the Church of Charneca de Caparica.

📍 Location: Largo Faustino Rodrigues, Charneca de Caparica, Almada.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: CH Caparica, Rua Dr. Oliveira Feijão / Church — approximately 300 to 600 meters.
🏷️ Category: Urban park and leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Renovated green space with recreation and sports areas, children’s equipment and a dog zone.

Charneca de Caparica Municipal Market

For those who prefer to discover local commerce, the Charneca de Caparica Municipal Market is a natural stop at the start of the journey. The space brings together stalls and services related to food, including fruit and vegetables, fish, seafood, butcher’s products, bread, pastries and delicatessen items.

In addition to shopping, the market retains a neighborhood atmosphere, with a café, florist, bookstore, crafts, clothing and other small services. A visit fits well with a Saturday or Sunday morning, when the commercial activity helps reveal a more everyday side of Charneca de Caparica.

📍 Location: Rua Marco Cabaço, Charneca de Caparica, Almada.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: CH Caparica, Rua Elias Garcia / Monserrate — approximately 600 to 900 meters.
🏷️ Category: Municipal market and local commerce.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: It brings together fresh produce, food and traditional services in a local shopping environment.

Peace Park

Although it requires a longer walk from the Pragal stop, Peace Park is one of the best leisure options near the Almada section of the route. The large urban park combines pedestrian paths, lawns, a lake and contemplation areas, creating a pleasant transition between the urban environment and nature.

The site also contains a biodiversity station, with an interpretive trail dedicated to fauna and flora. It is a good choice for those who want to extend the journey with a peaceful walk, outdoor activities or a family outing before continuing to Lisbon.

📍 Location: Avenida Arsenal do Alfeite, Feijó, Almada.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Pragal, Toll Plaza — approximately 1.3 to 1.8 kilometers.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, nature and leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A large green area with a lake, pedestrian routes and biodiversity interpretation.

LX Factory

Once in Lisbon, the Alcântara-Terra stop leaves passengers near one of the best-known addresses for eating, shopping and discovering creative initiatives. Occupying a former industrial complex on Rua Rodrigues de Faria, LX Factory combines restaurants, cafés, shops, studios, events and artistic interventions in an industrial architectural setting.

The space is particularly interesting for an unstructured outing: visitors can have lunch, look for design pieces, visit a bookstore, browse temporary markets or simply watch the activity beneath the 25 de Abril Bridge. The schedule and businesses may vary, so it is worth checking the agenda before visiting.

📍 Location: Rua Rodrigues de Faria, 103, Alcântara, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Alcântara-Terra, Station — approximately 500 to 700 meters.
🏷️ Category: Food, shopping, culture and entertainment hub.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Revitalized industrial complex with a creative atmosphere, restaurants, shops and events.

Amoreiras Shopping Center

Near the Campolide section, Amoreiras Shopping Center offers a more conventional alternative for shopping, dining and entertainment. The center includes fashion, beauty, technology, services and food stores, as well as NOS Cinemas.

The outing can end at the Amoreiras 360º Panoramic View, a viewpoint located at the top of the complex and offering a broad view of Lisbon. The combination of shopping center, dining, cinema and city views makes it a practical option for shopping days or for an outing in rainy weather.

📍 Location: Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Campolide / Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian — approximately 700 meters to 1 kilometer.
🏷️ Category: Shopping center, dining, cinema and viewpoint.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: It brings together more than one hundred shops and restaurants, NOS Cinemas and panoramic views over the capital.

Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation and Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

The Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian corridor is one of the strongest points on route 3705 for those seeking culture. The Foundation houses the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, with art collections assembled by businessman and collector Calouste Gulbenkian, as well as gardens that make the complex one of the most pleasant places to walk in Lisbon.

After a period of renovation, the museum reopened in July 2026 with work focused on restoring the original design and strengthening the relationship between galleries, architecture and green areas. The site also offers cultural programming, a shop and visitor facilities. The gardens, in turn, can serve as an independent destination for a quiet break between the journey and activities in the city.

📍 Location: Avenida de Berna, 45A, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian, access to Avenida José Malhoa — approximately 500 to 800 meters.
🏷️ Category: Museum, gardens and cultural facility.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: It combines an important art collection, modernist architecture, gardens and cultural programming in a single complex.

Gulbenkian Modern Art Center

On the same Gulbenkian corridor, the Modern Art Center offers a different proposition, focused on modern and contemporary art. The building was redesigned by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and gained a new garden area designed by landscape architect Vladimir Djurovic.

CAM is a good choice for those who already know the main museum or prefer exhibitions by Portuguese and international artists from the 20th and 21st centuries. The south entrance reinforces the connection with the Avenida José Malhoa area and makes the center particularly accessible from the final stops of route 3705.

📍 Location: Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, near Avenida de Berna and Avenida José Malhoa, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Avenida Calouste Gulbenkian, access to Avenida José Malhoa — approximately 500 to 800 meters.
🏷️ Category: Modern art, contemporary art and culture.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Building renovated by Kengo Kuma, new garden and programming dedicated to modern and contemporary creation.

Marquis of Fronteira Palace and Gardens

The final section of the route also makes it possible to reach one of Lisbon’s most distinctive historic complexes. The Palace of the Marquises of Fronteira is located in a more secluded area of São Domingos de Benfica and preserves interiors decorated with tiles, stucco and references to the history of the Portuguese aristocracy.

The Baroque gardens are the highlight of the visit, with fountains, pools, statuary, galleries and tile panels. The distance from Sete Rios is greater than that of the sites immediately beside the station, but the route offers a different experience from busier Lisbon and can be walked if time allows.

📍 Location: Largo de São Domingos de Benfica, 1, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Sete Rios, Station — approximately 1.1 to 1.5 kilometers.
🏷️ Category: Palace, historic gardens and heritage.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Complex classified as a National Monument, known for its tilework and Baroque gardens.

Lisbon Zoo

The Sete Rios destination places passengers just a few minutes from one of the city’s most traditional family attractions. Lisbon Zoo is home to hundreds of species and develops activities related to biodiversity conservation, scientific research and environmental education.

In addition to visitor areas, the site has dining facilities and rest areas, allowing visitors to plan an outing lasting several hours without needing another transfer. Its proximity to Sete Rios Station, the Jardim Zoológico metro station and the bus terminal makes the attraction especially convenient for those arriving on route 3705.

📍 Location: Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado, Sete Rios, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Sete Rios, Station — approximately 400 to 700 meters.
🏷️ Category: Tourist attraction, conservation and family leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: More than 140 years of history, hundreds of animals and direct connections with the metro, trains and road transport.

Route 3705 is therefore a useful option for turning a journey between Charneca de Caparica and Lisbon into a full-day itinerary. Passengers can begin with shopping and leisure in Charneca, continue through Almada, get off in Alcântara for food and culture, explore Campolide and Gulbenkian, or finish in Sete Rios with a visit to the Zoo. Since departures vary according to the type of day, the recommendation is to check the schedules before setting out and allow additional time for the sections traveled on foot.

Guide to Route 3705: from Charneca de Caparica to Sete Rios, among markets, culture and leisure