Lisbon's cruise port is located very close to the city center. This 10 km route combines a longer section along the promenade with a loop through the old town and the Alfama neighborhood, connecting central squares, shopping streets, and viewpoints.
The route starts at the exit of the cruise port and first leads to Praça do Comércio. From there, the route continues for several kilometers along the promenade to a marina area before returning along the same path. At Cais do Sodré, you'll turn towards the city center through the Arch of Rua Augusta.
Through Rua Augusta, the route continues to Rossio Square. After a short loop, the route leads back through a parallel street and then on to the Sé Cathedral.
From the cathedral, the route winds through the Alfama neighborhood with its narrow alleys. It passes by the Miradouro de Santa Luzia and Portas do Sol viewpoints. Afterward, it descends via stairs back towards the coast and the cruise port.
The route combines a longer, consistent section along the promenade with a more technically challenging part through the old town. The paths in the Alfama neighborhood are sometimes narrow and include stairs, while the promenade allows for steady running. The route provides a comprehensive overview of central areas of the city.
An active day in Lisbon can be easily divided into two parts. For a special start, a short helicopter flight over the city is a great option. This will give you an overview of the coast, the Tagus River, and the old town. Afterward, you can actively explore the most important areas with this 10 km route.
If you prefer to get to know the city more intimately, a guided walking tour through the old town is suitable. You'll learn more about the history and background of the individual neighborhoods.
Alternatively, you can complement the day with other activities, such as a surf lesson on the coast or a Pastel de Nata cooking class.
The route starts directly at the exit of the cruise port. Depending on the berth, the distance may be slightly longer.
You can follow the route directly on the map or import the GPX file into a navigation app like Komoot. We recommend navigating via the GPX file as it is more precise. Once saved, you can usually use the route offline.
Tip: It's a good idea to test navigation in airplane mode beforehand. If your mobile provider does not offer affordable data roaming in Portugal, a global data plan like eSIM.sm (advertisement) can be helpful.
The route partly runs along busy streets, but mostly on sidewalks. Increased attention is required in the old town alleys.
Especially for afternoon runs, plan enough buffer time. If time runs short, you can walk directly back to the ship after about 6 km on the promenade. For emergencies, it's also advisable to save the ship's phone number in advance. You should also have apps like Uber or Bolt on your phone and be familiar with how to use them. In Lisbon, Uber and Bolt work well.
Public restrooms are located near Rossio Square and at Portas do Sol. Public drinking water fountains are not known along the route. However, there are numerous opportunities to buy something to drink.
The route runs over asphalt and cobblestones, as well as stairs in the old town area. Normal running shoes are sufficient. We also recommend bringing sun protection (ad), enough water, and a navigation device. A payment option is also useful, although in Lisbon you can usually pay by card or smartphone.