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Cacilhas and Cristo Rei, across the Tagus

A short ferry crossing to see Lisbon from the south bank, with the Cristo Rei sanctuary and the Cacilhas waterfront.

Duration
3-4 hours, including travel
Distance from Lisbon
about 5 km
Transport
Ferry, Bus
Interest
Heritage, Family-friendly
Accessibility
Partial accessibility
Budget
Low budget. Mostly public transport and free sights.
Best time of year
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Booking
No booking needed

Making the most of it

The crossing itself is part of the outing: the ferry crosses the Tagus with Baixa and the 25 de Abril Bridge in view. In Cacilhas, walk along the river on Rua do Ginjal, past old warehouses, or take a bus up to Cristo Rei for the widest view over the city. Access to the viewing platform at the top of the monument is paid. Rua do Ginjal has an uneven surface and is not advisable with pushchairs.

With more time to spare, consider Cacilhas and Almada. The next day in Lisbon, follow the Lisbon in 1 day plan. Back in Lisbon, Baixa & Chiado is handy. The Cacilhas and Almada page brings together every way to get there from Lisbon.

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Getting there

Ferry from Cais do Sodré to Cacilhas. Buses run from the Cacilhas terminal to Cristo Rei. Check timetables and journey times with the operator before you go.

Getting around

Official sources

Last checked: 2 November 2026

Map

Getting there without a car

Best day trips without a car

TTSL Cais do Sodré - Cacilhas

Departure in Lisbon
Cais do Sodré
Arrival
Cacilhas
Recommended line
TTSL Cais do Sodré - Cacilhas (TTSL - Transtejo Soflusa)
Transfers
Direct, no transfers
Usual journey (one way)
about 8 min (median of the scheduled timetable)
From the stop to the sight
about 2.3 km in a straight line (the walk is longer)

The TTSL ferry crosses the Tagus from Cais do Sodré to Cacilhas.

Source: api.ttsl.pt · checked on 3 November 2026

Half day or full day?

Fits in half a day: 16 min of travel there and back and about 2 h 44 at the destination.

Official timetable - TTSL - Transtejo Soflusa

Timetables: official open data from TTSL - Transtejo Soflusa (published 11 November 2026 at 04:00), imported 12 November 2026 at 03:30, valid until 1 November 2027. No live delay data.

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There are several ways to visit this destination: compare length, stops and transport.

Heritage

Cacilhas and Almada

Cross the Tagus to Cacilhas, visit Cristo Rei and explore old Almada, with the riverside descent dependent on the lift being operational.

  • 4-6 hours
  • about 15 km
  • Ferry, Bus, Car
  • Partial accessibility
  • No booking needed

Adjust to your time

If you have less time

This is already one of the shortest trips.

If you have one more day

Nature · Heritage · Beach

Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais

Make an independent train-and-bus loop through Sintra’s centre, Atlantic scenery at Cabo da Roca and Cascais before returning to Lisbon.

  • 9-12 hours
  • about 30 km
  • Train, Bus
  • Partial accessibility
  • No booking needed

Other ways to spend this day

Longer option

Heritage

Cacilhas and Almada

Cross the Tagus to Cacilhas, visit Cristo Rei and explore old Almada, with the riverside descent dependent on the lift being operational.

  • 4-6 hours
  • about 15 km
  • Ferry, Bus, Car
  • Partial accessibility
  • No booking needed

Without a car

This trip works without a car: Ferry from Cais do Sodré to Cacilhas.

The next day, in Lisbon

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Pair it with this Lisbon neighbourhood

Baixa & Chiado

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