They're crowded and running from sunrise to sunset. Some are old and rusty, but orange "Cacilheiro" boats are definitely part of our lovely town. Some say, that since the new Catamarans are being used they will soon disappear as they are becoming obsolete. Thank you again, modernists! Now I'm praying to all my gods, the city mayor, the left and right parties and our king who doesn't rule, that someone please have a look at these wonderful unique boats and please... please... don't throw them to the nearest junkyard.
There are many ways to discover our old city: A walk in the old quarters, the old trams of Lisbon or, if you prefer, a trip to Cacilhas just to enjoy the views.
I've mentioned several times that the light in Lisbon is different from every point, and if you get on a boat on a sunny day, the reflection in the river and the views of Lisbon are breathtaking. You must definitely see Lisbon from the Tagus river and enjoy a relaxing boat trip.
I recommend you take a trip to "the other band" (as we call the other side of the river), to Cacilhas for example - there are several fishermen's restaurants there, so you can have seafood. Walk on the deck to enjoy the views. From here, you can see the whole town from a different perspective.
It's only a cheap 12 minutes trip on a traditional old "Cacilheiro" boat, you'll enjoy every second!
Terminal Fluvial do Cais do Sodré 1249-249
1-way ticket:
€
1.40
+351
808203050
Explore cities like a local with Spotted by Locals - discover hidden gems and all our locals’ favourites! Get full access to our Lisbon guide.
"Miradouro dos Barros" in Lisbon is located between a nice garden & a famous viewpoint, but for me, this spot is actually the best & most comfortable one!
By
"Estufa Fria" in Lisbon means 'cold greenhouse' but it actually has three greenhouses. It's full of plants - and is very cool to walk around in...
By
"Tinta nos Nervos" in Lisbon is an independent gallery & bookstore dedicated to the drawing arts, so you'll find the best comic books & graphic novels...
By
"Feira da Ladra" is my favorite flea market in Lisbon - it is the most diverse place to buy cool stuff in my favorite neighborhood!
By
"Musa da Bica" is the bar of the Musa brewery, an independent craft beer factory in Lisbon! Getting a beer here is more fun than visiting the tourist stuff
By
"Mezze" in Lisbon is inside a municipal market - here they serve typical Middle-Eastern food while also giving jobs to refugees seeking to integrate...
By
"TATI" is a bar/restaurant in Lisbon where you will find delicious food and varied options of natural wine. Very creative menu that changes constantly!
By
"Verdachado" in Lisbon is a tiny pizza place where you will find delicious and (completely!) on-budget pizza.
By
"Panda Cantina" is a Chinese restaurant in Lisbon where you will find the best & most honest ramen in town (truly, I am not exaggerating!).
By
"O Javali" in Lisbon is one traditional tasca that's managed to survive the invasion of greedy investors. Find my all-time favorite childhood dishes here.
By
"Cemitério dos Prazeres" in Lisbon means 'the cemetery of pleasures' (great start-off point). It's aristocratic and very big; I'm just attracted to it...
By
"Origem" is a restaurant in Lisbon with food that doesn't leave you feeling guilty - I love their organic, delicious soup and 'at first sight' desserts!
By
0 Insider Tips from Locals
Authentic Stories
Escape the Crowds
Full Access to our Lisbon Blog & App!
✓ 0 Hidden Gems only Locals know
✓ Full Access to the Lisbon City Blog & App!