Guide to Route 702: parks, shopping, and views between Marquês de Pombal and Bairro da Liberdade

On a short but contrast-filled route, route 702 connects the central Marquês de Pombal area with Campolide, the Aqueduto das Águas Livres, and the green areas near Bairro da Liberdade.

The journey begins at the busy Praça do Marquês de Pombal, a gateway to some of Lisbon's best-known urban spaces. From there, the bus travels along Rua da Artilharia Um and enters Campolide, an area that combines shops, restaurants, cultural facilities, and a distinctly neighborhood-oriented atmosphere.

In the second half of the route, the landscape changes. The stops at Calçada dos Mestres, Campolide Station, and Bairro da Liberdade bring passengers closer to historic monuments, gardens, viewpoints, and the tree-lined paths of Monsanto Forest Park. It is an interesting route both for everyday travel and for planning an outing through different sides of the Portuguese capital.

Notice: the distances below are approximate and estimated from the coordinates provided for the route and the locations of the points of interest, and may vary depending on the exit from the stop and the pedestrian route selected. Carris presents route 702 as “Marquês Pombal - B. Liberdade.” The reported frequency is 64 departures in the outbound direction and 61 in the return direction on weekdays; on Saturdays, 49 outbound and 44 return; and on Sundays and public holidays, 45 outbound and 39 return. The fare was not provided in the available data.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Parque Eduardo VII	Park and leisure	Marquês Pombal	About 300 m
Estufa Fria de Lisboa	Tourist attraction and botanical garden	Marquês Pombal	About 700 m
Pavilhão Carlos Lopes	Culture and events	Marquês Pombal	About 600 m
Amoreiras Shopping Center	Shopping and dining	Campolide	About 500 m
Amoreiras 360º Panoramic View	Viewpoint	Campolide	About 500 m
Restaurante A Valenciana	Restaurant	Campolide	About 250 m
Aqueduto das Águas Livres	Historic heritage	B. Cç. Mestres - Rua 12	About 250 m
Jardim da Bela-Flor	Garden and viewpoint	B. Liberdade	About 250 m
Parque Recreativo do Alto da Serafina	Family park and leisure	Serafina	About 800 m

Parque Eduardo VII

At the very first stop, route 702 leaves passengers beside one of Lisbon's great landmarks. Parque Eduardo VII extends Avenida da Liberdade to the highest part of the city and offers a broad view over Lisbon's central axis, with its central lawn, avenues, lakes, wooded areas, and rest areas.

The park also serves as a setting for fairs, exhibitions, and cultural events. It is a good choice for starting the outing with an unhurried walk, viewing the city from above, or continuing to Estufa Fria and Pavilhão Carlos Lopes.

📍 Location: Parque Eduardo VII, beside Praça do Marquês de Pombal, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Marquês Pombal, about 300 m away.
🏷️ Category: Urban park and leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A large green axis with panoramic views, picnic areas, a children's playground, dining facilities, and fitness equipment.

Estufa Fria de Lisboa

Within the Parque Eduardo VII complex, Estufa Fria offers a more contemplative experience. The space brings together plant species from different parts of the world along paths that pass through shaded areas, lakes, rocks, and architectural structures integrated into the garden.

The attraction is organized into three areas — Estufa Fria, Estufa Quente, and Estufa Doce — and maintains a botanical collection with hundreds of species. For those wishing to trade the bustle of the square for a quiet, green outing, it is one of the best extensions of the initial section of route 702.

📍 Location: Parque Eduardo VII, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Marquês Pombal, about 700 m away.
🏷️ Category: Botanical garden and tourist attraction.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A group of three botanical environments with species from several continents, exhibitions, and environmental education activities.

Pavilhão Carlos Lopes

Also in Parque Eduardo VII, Pavilhão Carlos Lopes stands out for its architecture and its role as an events venue. The building was originally designed for an international exhibition in Rio de Janeiro and later reconstructed in Lisbon, becoming part of the park's landscape.

Depending on the program, the venue may host conferences, cultural events, exhibitions, and other activities. It is especially worthwhile for those who appreciate architecture, urban history, and buildings that preserve different layers of the city's public life.

📍 Location: Avenida Sidónio Pais, 16, in Parque Eduardo VII, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Marquês Pombal, about 600 m away.
🏷️ Category: Events, culture, and architecture center.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A historic building associated with exhibitions, sporting activities, and large-scale events.

Amoreiras Shopping Center

When it reaches Campolide, route 702 comes close to Amoreiras Shopping Center, one of Lisbon's best-known commercial complexes. The center brings together fashion stores, services, food outlets, a supermarket, and convenience facilities, making it a practical option both for planned shopping and for a break during the outing.

The selection is extensive and also includes NOS Cinemas, restaurants, and cafés. The Amoreiras complex is particularly useful on rainy days or when the idea is to combine shopping, a meal, and entertainment at the same address.

📍 Location: Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco, 1070-103, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Campolide, about 500 m away.
🏷️ Category: Shopping center, dining, and entertainment.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: It brings together shops, an Auchan supermarket, dining, services, and a cinema in one of the city's most iconic commercial complexes.

Amoreiras 360º Panoramic View

At the top of the Amoreiras Towers, Amoreiras 360º offers a different perspective on Lisbon. The platform is 174 meters above sea level and provides views of the Tagus, Castelo de São Jorge, Basílica da Estrela, 25 de Abril Bridge, Cristo Rei, and other landmarks in the urban landscape.

Access is through the shopping center, making the viewpoint easy to combine with shopping or a meal. On clear days, the view helps explain the geography of hills and valleys that characterizes the route of route 702 itself.

📍 Location: Amoreiras Shopping Center, Avenida Duarte Pacheco, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Campolide, about 500 m away.
🏷️ Category: Viewpoint and tourist attraction.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A 360-degree panoramic view over Lisbon from one of the highest points in the city.

Restaurante A Valenciana

For a more traditional gastronomic break, A Valenciana is a landmark in the Campolide area. The restaurant is known for Portuguese cuisine and grilled dishes, especially roast chicken, as well as options for dining in or taking away.

The address is in Alto de Campolide, in a strategic position between Marquês de Pombal, Parque Eduardo VII, and Amoreiras. It is a suitable choice for those who want to leave the circuit of squares and shopping centers and experience a restaurant connected to Lisbon's everyday food culture.

📍 Location: Rua Marquês de Fronteira, 157/163A, 1070-294, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Campolide, about 250 m away.
🏷️ Category: Portuguese cuisine restaurant.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Roast chicken and other grilled dishes at a traditional Campolide restaurant, with dine-in and take-away service.

Aqueduto das Águas Livres

The section of the route beside Calçada dos Mestres is one of the most interesting points for those who enjoy heritage. Aqueduto das Águas Livres crosses the Alcântara Valley with a monumental sequence of arches and is considered one of Lisbon's great historic engineering works.

The Museu da Água entrance is on Calçada da Quintinha, in Campolide, and allows visitors to explore the monument through self-guided or guided visits, depending on the schedule. Its proximity to the route makes this one of the best examples of how route 702 connects residential neighborhoods with attractions of national importance.

📍 Location: Calçada da Quintinha, 6, Campolide, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: B. Cç. Mestres - Rua 12, about 250 m away.
🏷️ Category: National monument and historic heritage.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Monumental 18th-century arches and the possibility of visits associated with Museu da Água.

Jardim da Bela-Flor

Near the Bairro da Liberdade stops, Jardim da Bela-Flor is a quieter green space, with a lawn, trees, and a viewpoint located beside Viaduto Duarte Pacheco. The site offers a pleasant break between the urbanized areas of Campolide and the woodland spaces of Monsanto.

The viewpoint is the main attraction: a spiral structure allows visitors to observe the landscape and Monsanto Forest Park. The garden also houses a community urban agroforestry project, adding an environmental and educational dimension to the outing.

📍 Location: Rua Dom António Luís de Sousa, Campolide, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: B. Liberdade, about 250 m away.
🏷️ Category: Urban garden, viewpoint, and agroforestry.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A spiral viewpoint overlooking Monsanto and a community project focused on production and environmental education.

Parque Recreativo do Alto da Serafina

For those continuing to Serafina, the journey can proceed toward Parque Recreativo do Alto da Serafina, also known as Parque dos Índios. Integrated into Monsanto Forest Park, the site brings together lawns, wooded areas, picnic zones, and facilities designed for different age groups.

The park is especially interesting for families, thanks to its children's playgrounds, children's driving school, and adventure park. Miradouro do Moinho do Penedo extends the outing with open views over Lisbon, the Tagus, and, under certain conditions, the Sintra Mountains.

📍 Location: Estrada da Serafina, Monsanto Forest Park, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Serafina, about 800 m away.
🏷️ Category: Recreational park, family leisure, and nature.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Combines a children's playground, children's driving school, adventure park, dining facilities, picnic areas, and a viewpoint.

To make the most of route 702, the suggestion is to start at Marquês de Pombal and set aside time for Parque Eduardo VII, Estufa Fria, or Pavilhão Carlos Lopes. In Campolide, the outing can continue to Amoreiras, A Valenciana, and Aqueduto das Águas Livres; in the final section, Jardim da Bela-Flor and Alto da Serafina reveal a greener, more residential, and more panoramic Lisbon. On the return journey, the stops in the B. Liberdade-Marques Pombal direction make it possible to retrace the route to the center without relying on a car.

Guide to Route 702: parks, shopping, and views between Marquês de Pombal and Bairro da Liberdade