Directions
How to reach Iscte
Full address
Iscte – Instituto Universitário de Lisboa
Building 1 and 2
Avenida das Forças Armadas, 40
1649-026 Lisbon, Portugal
Coordinates
Latitude: 38.7479468
Longitude: -9.152930
Map: Airport (Aeroporto) – Iscte
Flights
Lisbon Airport is the main international gateway to Portugal.
It is one of the few airports in Europe located inside a major city.
Bus
Bus Nº 783: Portela – Aeroporto – Amoreiras
Bus Nº 744: Marquês Pombal – Aeroporto – Moscavide
The trip takes about 30 minutes. Bus station: Av. Forças Armadas.
Taxi or Uber
There are two taxi stands within the perimeter of the airport, one at arrivals and the other at departures: we suggest you take one at the departures stand.
The trip takes about 10 minutes (outside rush hour).
Metro (Underground / subway train)
Lisbon Airport has a Metro (subway) station with a direct line to the city centre. The Aeroporto – Saldanha line takes you to downtown Lisbon in about 20 minutes.
The campus area is in Entre Campos metro station.
You must purchase the 7 Colinas / Viva Viagem / Navegante electronic travel card, which you can then top up with balance for your journeys and can be used both for the Metro and for Carris (bus network):
- 7 Colinas / Viva Viagem / Navegante electronic card: € 0.50 (price at this moment)
- Single Fare Price: € 1.80 (price at this moment)
- 24h Network Pass: € 6.80 (price at this moment)
See also Metropolitano de Lisboa
As the network diagram below depicts, if you plan on taking the subway to get to Iscte you will need to change line:
- First, red line, direction São Sebastião – (start: Aeroporto – exit: Saldanha)
- Second, yellow line, direction Odivelas – (start: Saldanha – exit: Entre Campos)
Iscte Campus Map
Accommodation
Lisbon has a variety of high-quality hotels. Close to Iscte you can find the following.
5 Stars *****
| Hotel | Information |
|---|---|
 | VIP Grand Lisboa Hotel & Spa Address: Avenida 5 de Outubro, 197 1050-054 Lisbon, Portugal Phone: +351 210 435 000 Distance from Iscte: 950 m or 11-minute walk Website |
4 Stars ****
| Hotel | Information |
|---|---|
 | VIP Executive Entrecampos Hotel & Conference Address: Avenida 5 de Outubro, 295 1600-035, Lisbon,Portugal Phone: +351 210 043 000 Distance from Iscte: 350 m or 4-minute walk Website |
 | Hotel NH Lisboa Campo Grande Address: Campo Grande, 7 1700-087 Lisbon, Portugal Phone: +351 21 7917600 Distance from Iscte: 450 m or 5-minute walk Website |
 | SANA Metropolitan Hotel Address: R. Soeiro Pereira Gomes 2 1600-198 Lisbon, Portugal Phone: +351 21 798 2500 Distance from Iscte: 750 m or 10-minute walk Website |
 | Holiday Inn Lisbon – Continental Address: Rua Laura Alves 9 1000 044 Lisbon, Portugal Phone: +351 21 004 6000 Distance from Iscte: 1000 m or 14-minute walk Website |
3 Stars ***
| Hotel | Information |
|---|---|
 | Hotel VIP Inn Berna Address: Av. Antonio de Serpa 13 1069-199 Lisbon, Portugal Phone: +351 21 781 4300 Distance from Iscte: 950 m or 11-minute walk Website |
 | VIP Executive Zurique Hotel Address: Rua Ivone Silva, 18 1050-124 Lisbon, Portugal Phone: +351 217 814 000 Distance from Iscte: 950 m or 12-minute walk Website |
Other Activities
Restaurant recommendations
1 Lucimar – Portuguese – $$ – 4.3(137 reviews)
A traditional Portuguese restaurant offering a variety of local dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
2 Adega das Laranjeiras – Portuguese – $$
A charming eatery serving classic Portuguese cuisine with a focus on fresh, local ingredients.
3 Restaurante Santa Maria – BBQ – $$ – 3.9(29 reviews)
Offers a diverse menu of Portuguese dishes in a friendly and inviting setting.
4 Restaurante o Arco – 2.7(9 reviews)
A local favorite known for its traditional Portuguese meals and hospitable service.
5 Cervejaria Sem Vergonha – Seafood – $$$ – 4.0(29 reviews)
Combining a lively atmosphere with a menu of Portuguese classics, this spot is perfect for casual dining.
6 Taberna da Rua das Flores – Portuguese – $$ – 4.3(464 reviews)
A small tavern that recalls the Lisbon restaurants of the past, following some long-forgotten recipes. The menu changes daily, but is always based on traditional Portuguese cuisine.
7 As Salgadeiras – Portuguese – $$ – 3.9(67 reviews)
Highlights on the menu are the cod dishes and the regional cuisines of Alentejo and northern Portugal, served in what used to be a bakery.
8 Casa do Alentejo – Portuguese – $$ – 3.9(459 reviews)
Located in an old palace building, it’s a great place for dinner, offering traditional Portuguese dishes.
9 Cervejaria Trindade – Portuguese – $$ – 3.2(587 reviews)
One of Lisbon’s landmark restaurants, occupying the space of an old convent’s refectory, famous for its steaks and seafood.
Another website with a collection of restaturants can also be found here.