Lisbon is the capital, but the rest is not just (beautiful) scenery. Take our suggestions for enjoying the region of the Lines.
Offering a full range of room types, it's located at the entrance to Vila Franca de Xira. The Aquarius Restaurant can seat 120 people in a cosy atmosphere surrounded by gardens. For meetings and events, there are several versatile and adaptable rooms. With adapted access and a 24-hour reception, Lezíria Parque Hotel is the perfect choice for those looking for comfort, whether for leisure or business.
Set in a large, landscaped square in Alverca do Ribatejo, Cantinho da Adanaia doesn't just impress with its attentive service. The restaurant needs no introduction to lovers of superbly cooked cod, but that's not all: a meal of Coelho à Caçador (Hunter-style rabbit stew) or Polvo à Lagareiro (Lagareiro-style octopus), washed down with a wine from the excellent list and topped off with the house's appetising farófias, guarantees satisfaction for the most demanding customer.
Located in Sacavém, the House-Museum preserves the home and private collection of José da Silva Pedro, a ceramicist and sculptor who worked as a modeller at the Fábrica de Loiça de Sacavém from 1934. His work includes reflections on everyday life, religious themes, rural scenes and architectural reproductions. The garden features elaborate and imaginative constructions.
Forte da Casa, Military Work No.38, was designed to prevent the enemy from advancing along the main access roads to Lisbon. Its CILT aims to show the impact that the Invasions had on the population of the region and the strategic importance it held in the context of the other fortifications.
Wash your eyes with tranquil views of the Tagus River while tasting Encostas de Xira wines at the bucolic Quinta de Subserra, founded in the 17th century. The complex includes the Palace and the Chapel of S. José, with 17th-century tiles and a canvas of the high altar by the renowned painter Bento Coelho da Silveira. The palace's rooms and historic garden are available for events.
