📍Alternative routes to Doca de Alcântara

1) Scenic walk (approx. 90 minutes ~7km)

For those who enjoy exploring Lisbon on foot, a walk from Saldanha to Doca de Alcântara offers a pleasant route through some of the city’s most interesting neighbourhoods.

Start at Saldanha and head south towards Praça do Marquês de Pombal, then continue down the elegant Avenida da Liberdade, a grand, tree-lined boulevard known for its elegant buildings, shops, and cafés.

From Cais do Sodré, follow the waterfront west along Avenida 24 de Julho. This stretch is especially pleasant, with open river views and a lively mix of marinas, bars, and cultural spaces. As you approach Alcântara, the iconic 25 de Abril Bridge rises overhead, marking a striking end to the walk.

Doca de Alcântara is located just below the bridge and is a vibrant dock area filled with restaurants, terraces, and nightlife.

2) Public transport option (approx. 30–40 minutes)

You can also take bus 720 (from Arco do Cego) or 738 (from Saldanha square) directly to Alcântara (stop: Av. 24 de Julho), making for one of the simplest and most convenient routes. From the bus stop, it’s just a short walk of about 300 meters to the meeting point.

3) The ship departs from “Doca de Alcântara, Lado norte, Rocha do Conde de Óbidos“.