South of Lisbon Private Tour - Cacilhas - Almada - Costa da Caparica

The 25 de Abril Bridge is a suspension road-rail bridge over the Tagus River that connects the city of Lisbon to the city of Almada, in Portugal. The bridge crosses the Tagus estuary.

Situated on the south bank of the Tagus River, Almada is undoubtedly the best viewpoint over the city of Lisbon, with the castle, the panoramic lift of Boca do Vento, and especially the statue of the Christ-King erected in 1959. .

In past centuries, Almada was a summer spot sought by the court, which here erected some buildings and noble houses that still remain in the city.

Almada also belongs to Costa da Caparica, much sought after during the summer season by the inhabitants of Greater Lisbon, who are seduced by the beaches of the long sandy beach. Special highlight deserves the gastronomy of the area, which highlights the tasty stews of fresh fish, typical of places such as Cacilhas, Porto Brandão, Ginjal or Costa da Caparica.

Visit the monument of King Christ (Cristo-Rei), the monument is a major symbol of Almada, is the best viewpoint overlooking the city of Lisbon, offering a wide panoramic view of the capital and over the 25th of April bridge. No wonder it is said, Almada is the best view that Lisbon has. It is one of the tallest buildings in Portugal, with 110 meters high.

Cacilhas is renowned for its great catering offer for very fresh fish, and for the important public transport interface, which connect, via Cacilheiros boats, Lisbon to the south bank of the Tagus, also having a good road communication network on this southern slope. from the great region of Lisbon.

The traces of human occupation of Cacilhas date back to the eighth century a. C., with archaeological excavations attesting to the existence of an indigenous settlement of the Bronze Age and, subsequently, an important Phoenician trade interposed. Cacilhas has been demonstrating its facet as an important point of communication on the banks of the Tagus River for many years.

Visit to the D. Fernando and Gloria Frigate. In 1821 the Chief of Squadron (Admiral), Intendant of the Royal Navy and Inspector of the Stockpile of Goa, Cândido José Mourão Garcez Palha, proposed King João VI, through the General Government, the construction of a new frigate in Daman. And so, in 1824, begins the purchase of wood, with the drawings and instructions for the Frigate, being sent from Lisbon. Time to visit the dry dock to observe the Barracuda Submarine, an Albacore Class.

Traditional fishing village, Costa da Caparica was transformed during the 19th century. XX on the busiest beach in the Lisbon region, whose location and ease of access attracts crowds on summer weekends.

The sandy beach, which stretches for about 25 km, makes it possible to choose between the most frequented beaches near the village and practically deserted areas.

From the Convento dos Capuchos viewpoint, the view is breathtaking over the Sintra mountains, the Cascais line, the immensity of the Atlantic and the fine, golden sandy beaches of Costa da Caparica.