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Setubal town

Praça de Bocage, Setúbal, Setúbal

Description

Setubal is a town (and also a district) in the south of Lisbon region, on the northern bank of the Sado River, at the border with the Alentejo region. Historically it was the main center of the country's fishing industry, but the factories have now closed. Highlights include the Municipal gallery, the Praça do Bocage, the former Monastery of Jesus, the São Julião Church, and the Fort of São Filipe.

Access & Transport

The town is 50km south of Lisbon on the A2, exit 5 onto the A12. By public transport from Lisbon, take the ferry across the Tagus to Barreiro and then a 30mins train ride.

Instructions & Recommendations

We suggest combining a visit of Setubal with either the Sado Estuary Natural Reserve or the Arrábida Natural Park.

Meta review

The town is not considered a regional tourist highlight but there are a few attractions with good online reviews such as the "small but pretty" church of São Julião, the Municipal gallery with its impressive set of 14 oil paintings originating from the Church of Jesus, and the former Monastery of Jesus itself which has been undergoing some extensive renovation and offers some gorgeous architecture.

Environmental & Social

The main activities in the city have a low carbon footprint. Tourism is a welcome injection of activity and revenues in the local economy

Conclusion

The town of Setubal is worth a stop on a regional road trip, 3h are probably sufficient to take in the main highlights, including a visit to a couple of church or museums. Nothing exceptional but pleasant enough.

Key positive

Several cultural attractions

Key negative

Lacks a standout feature or attraction

Suitability

No restrictions

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in October 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 40m

est. visit time:2h 30m

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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