Jardim da Estrela: A Serene Oasis in Lisbon

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, head towards Lisbon. From central Estremadura, take the A2 motorway towards Lisbon. After about 40-50 minutes, take the exit towards 2ª Circular / IC19. Follow the signs for Praça da Estrela. Once you reach the city center, navigate towards Praça da Estrela, where Jardim da Estrela is located. Parking can be limited, so consider using nearby parking garages or street parking.

• Train

  To reach Jardim da Estrela by train, first find your way to a train station in Estremadura, such as those in Sintra or Cascais. Purchase a ticket to Lisbon's Cais do Sodré station. Once in Cais do Sodré, exit the station and transfer to the metro. Take the C metro line towards Santa Apolónia and get off at Rato station. From there, it's about a 15-minute walk to Jardim da Estrela. Follow the signs towards Praça da Estrela.

• Bus

  If you prefer traveling by bus, check the local bus schedules for routes that connect Estremadura to Lisbon. Look for buses that arrive at Lisbon's Sete Rios bus terminal. From Sete Rios, you can catch the metro (Blue Line) towards Santa Apolónia and disembark at Rato station. It's a 15-minute walk from there to Jardim da Estrela.

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  For a more direct route, consider taking a taxi or using a ride-sharing app. Just input 'Jardim da Estrela, Praça da Estrela 12, Lisbon' as your destination. The trip from central Estremadura to Jardim da Estrela should take approximately 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic. Costs will vary based on the starting point and traffic conditions.