Location: Almada
Top Things to do in Almada
What to do and see in Almada, Portugal: The Best Places and Tips
Almada is a city and a municipality in Portugal, located on the southern margin of the Tagus River, on the opposite side of the river from Lisbon. The two cities are connected by the 25 de Abril Bridge.
Restaurants in Almada
1. Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By alilon56 - Derbyshire, United Kingdom
We caught the ferry from Cais do Sodre 3 Euro return, then 101 bus to the statue,( they are every 30 minutes).
The back ground music is lovely, however we were disappointed with the actual grounds - a bit rough under foot and no Gardens to speak of - in places it looked like a building site.
The statue of Christ is awesome and beautiful, looking down on you.
We didn't realise that there were steps on leaving the lift, before reaching the top, plus before actually going outside , when you reach the top of the steps, the floor unexpectedly slopes and I nearly fell ( hubby just caught me) - there should be either a change of floor colour or warning signs. Outside there are good views.
2. Parque da Paz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 275 reviews
Reviewed By Pedro S - Almada, Portugal
I love this park, I'm there all the time. I love to go running, working out or just for a pic nic with the family. There are several different spaces, plenty of shade from big trees, a lake, some secluded little corners to discover and even dirt paths for the more adventurous. Definitely, one of the best parts of the city.
3. Fragata D. Fernando II e Gloria
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By Angela C - London, United Kingdom
If you are in Lisbon and intend visiting the Christ the King statue, then combine that with a visit to the wooden hulled frigate of the Portuguese navy nearby.
It is situated near Cacilhas on the opposite bank of the Tagus river, near the ferry terminal. Take the ferry from Lisbon's Cais do Sadre terminal, which is only €1.25 for about a 15 minute ride. Then take the 101 bus for about 15 minutes.
The frigate was launched in 1843 and has been fully restored to appear as it did then. It is kept in a dry dock and is a fascinating maritime museum. There are several decks to explore at leisure and you are free to roam amongst the life-like models that demonstrate the harsh conditions at that time. It is extremely child-friendly.
It costs €4.00 and is open daily from 10am until 5pm. Definitely worth a visit.
4. Almada Forum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 250 reviews
Reviewed By tlc78 - Portugal
This Almada Forum is bright, open and a great place to shop and to eat. (Don't miss the Steak n Shake restaurant in the food court.) Parking is free, an added plus. Nice variety of stores and eateries. Parking area is a little confusing, make sure you memorize where you are parked.
5. Casa da Cerca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By pmartinslux - Brussels, Belgium
You can visit Casa da Cerca for free, and that's the first plus. The Exhibitions are not particularly interesting, at least when I visited, but they are a good support of added interest for the visit. The main feature however, undoubtedly, is the views of Lisbon, on the other side of the rive, and the peacefulness and harmony of the Gardens. What a wonderful place to spend an afternoon at one of the tables of the café, slowly drinking tea while Reading a book or just watching the views. It's relaxing, it's peaceful and it's beautiful, and well worth a visit when going through the old part of Almada.
6. Fonte da Telha Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 242 reviews
Reviewed By Nini_BC - Lisbon, Portugal
Several km of an excellent beach just across the river Tejo, near Lisbon. Plenty of space to stay on the sand and sand dune, or swim on the ocean.
7. Elevador Panoramico da Boca do Vento
Overall Ratings
4 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Steve S - Palm Springs, California, United States
For one euro round trip you can ride this fantastic elevator. Take the ferry over from the Southern Station in Lisbon and ride the elevator to explore the village on the hill.
8. Miradouro Aldeia dos Capuchos
Overall Ratings
4 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By Raul M
Beautifull spot to look over Costa da Caparica. Photographers can take amazing shots form over there. Avoid after dark as it's an isolated place and some youngsters tend to go see the view and drink. here are no reports of problems, but is allways better to be on the safe side
9. Convento Dos Capuchos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Alex d - Lima Region, Peru
Sintra has a lot of things to do , is very important to visit all the museums around , you will get real history , unique views , in the middle of the woods and lovely roads, you can visit Castelo dos Mouros, Convento dos Capuchos, Palacio da Pena...
10. Overlooking Lisbon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By DeanMurphy2020 - Orlando, Florida
Construction of this statue was inspired by a similar statue in Rio de Janeiro—Christ the Redeemer—Brazil being a former Portuguese colony—in 1940, as a plea to God to release Portugal from being sucked in to WWII. Construction began, however, in 1952—my birth year—and was inaugurate on 17 May 1959. It sits atop a 500-foot hill, Almada’s highest point, and is easily accessible by Lisbon’s Metro/subway. The pedestal is 269 feet tall, supporting the 92-foot statue. This statue is not an exact replica of Rio’s more famous one, briefly described below. The observation deck is at the base of the statue, thus about 800 feet above Tagus River. Two elevators are inside the trapezoid-shaped pedestal. There is an immense Visitor Center/history museum, Way of the Cross edifice, Sanctuary, Virgin Mary Statue, and several other attractions at this site. Lisbon’s excellent Metro system will get you there in less than 15 minutes, for about 1€. This provides, arguably, the most phenomenal views of Lisbon.
Rio’s statue info: Christ the Redeemer sits atop Corcovado. It is an Art Deco statue of Jesus, created by French sculptor Paul Landowski in 1922—my parents’ birth year. It is 98 feet tall, on a 26-foot pedestal, making for a combined 124 feet above the ground—237 feet less than the combined height of Lisbon’s statue/pedestal. Lisbon’s statue, however, does not adorn a majestic mountaintop outcrop, thus the higher pedestal. Lisbon’s statue is actually six feet shorter than Rio’s.
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