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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Cycling Lisbon.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Cycling Lisbon.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Public Transport
From Setúbal city center, walk to the Setúbal bus station (Terminal Rodoviário de Setúbal). Take the bus number 561 towards Lisbon (Lisboa). After approximately 30-40 minutes, you will arrive at the Sete Rios bus terminal in Lisbon. From there, you can catch the metro (blue line) from the Jardim Zoológico station towards Santa Apolónia. Get off at the São Sebastião station. Transfer to the red line (Aeroporto) and travel one stop to the Alameda station. Finally, exit the metro and walk for about 10 minutes to reach Alto do Parque, Alameda Cardeal Cerejeira.
Taxi/Private Transfer
You can book a taxi or a private transfer from Setúbal directly to Alto do Parque, Alameda Cardeal Cerejeira in Lisbon. The journey will take approximately 45 minutes depending on traffic. Make sure to confirm the destination with the driver before you depart.
Bicycle
If you're feeling adventurous, you can rent a bicycle in Setúbal and cycle to Lisbon. Start at the Setúbal waterfront and follow the bike paths along the coast towards the north. After about 25 km, you will reach Lisbon. Once in Lisbon, navigate towards Alameda Cardeal Cerejeira using bike-friendly routes. This may take about 1.5 to 2 hours depending on your speed and stops along the way.
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