Almada neighbourhood

Getting Here & Getting Around

Where We Are

Our apartment is in the heart of Almada, just across the Tagus River from Lisbon. It is a walkable, well-connected neighbourhood with supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, and a metro station all within a few minutes on foot. You get the calm of a real Portuguese community with Lisbon just a short ferry or train ride away.

Approximate location

Getting Here

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From Lisbon Airport

  • Metro (red line) to Alameda, transfer to green line to Cais do Sodré, then ferry to Cacilhas + metro to António Gedeão station (~60 min total)
  • Taxi or ride-share directly (~20–30 min depending on traffic, ~€20–30)
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From Lisbon Centre

  • Ferry from Cais do Sodré to Cacilhas — just 10 minutes, runs every 10–20 min
  • From Cacilhas, take the Metro Sul do Tejo to António Gedeão (a few stops)
  • TST buses also connect various Lisbon terminals to Almada
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By Train (Fertagus)

  • Fertagus trains cross the Ponte 25 de Abril from Lisbon (Roma-Areeiro, Entrecampos, Sete Rios)
  • Get off at Pragal — about a 15-minute walk or a short bus ride to the apartment
  • Trains run every 10–20 minutes throughout the day
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By Car

  • Almada is accessible via the A2 motorway and Ponte 25 de Abril
  • Free street parking is available in the neighbourhood
  • The area is very walkable, so we encourage using public transport — you won't need a car to explore

Getting Around

The apartment is in a very walkable area. Most daily needs — supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, pharmacies — are within a 5–10 minute walk. For longer trips, public transport is excellent.

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On Foot

The neighbourhood is flat and pedestrian-friendly. Supermarkets, bakeries, restaurants, and the metro station are all within walking distance.

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Metro Sul do Tejo

The closest station is António Gedeão, a short walk from the apartment. It connects to Cacilhas (for the Lisbon ferry), Almada centre, and Corroios.

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TST Buses

Local buses cover the entire municipality. Useful for reaching Costa da Caparica beaches, Almada Forum, and other destinations not on the metro line.

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Ferries to Lisbon

The Cacilhas–Cais do Sodré ferry runs every 10–20 minutes. A scenic 10-minute ride with views of the city and the bridge. Reachable via metro from the apartment.

Distances from the Apartment

António Gedeão Metro Station ~5 min walk
Pragal Train Station (Fertagus) ~15 min walk
Cacilhas Ferry Terminal ~15 min by metro
Lisbon City Centre ~30 min (metro + ferry)
Cristo Rei Monument ~20 min walk / 5 min by bus
Costa da Caparica Beaches ~25 min by bus
Almada Forum (Shopping) ~15 min by bus
Lisbon Airport ~50 min by public transport

💡 Paying for Public Transport

Lisbon's public transport network (metro, buses, ferries, trains) uses the Navegante system. Here are the best options for visitors:

🎫 Navegante Ocasional

The best option for short stays. A rechargeable card that works on all public transport in the Lisbon metropolitan area — metro, buses, ferries, and trains.

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💳 Contactless Payment

You can also tap your contactless credit or debit card directly at metro gates and on buses — no need to buy a separate card at all.

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