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Caparica

Setúbal, Portugal · Europe

About Caparica

Caparica works well as a base: 5 minutes from Costa da Caparica, 8km from Tram 28 Route, Lisbon.

Caparica is a town located in Setúbal, Portugal. With a population of 21,167, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Caparica sits in Portugal, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Lisbon time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Caparica to your route.

About Caparica

Caparica is a former civil parish in the municipality (concelho) of Almada, Lisbon metropolitan area, Portugal. In 2013, the parish merged with the civil parish of Trafaria into the new parish Caparica e Trafaria. The population in 2011 was 20,454, in an area of 11.02 km2.

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Caparica offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Caparica located?

Caparica is located in Setúbal, Portugal, Europe. The coordinates are 38.6618 latitude, -9.2003 longitude.

What is the population of Caparica?

Caparica has a population of approximately 21,167 people, making it a town in Portugal.

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Quick Information

Population
21,167
Continent
Europe
Country
Portugal
Region
Setúbal
Timezone
Europe/Lisbon
Coordinates
38.6618, -9.2003

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Portugal

Police
112
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Caparica

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Cristo Rei (Christ the King)

78-metre monument inspired by Christ the Redeemer standing above the Tagus River estuary with arms outstretched toward Lisbon.

3 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Jeronimos Monastery

A UNESCO masterpiece of Manueline architecture in Belem, built to celebrate Vasco da Gama's successful voyage to India.

4 km · about 10 min drive

landmark

Belem Tower

A fortified Manueline-style tower standing at the water's edge of the Tagus River, a symbol of Portugal's Age of Discovery.

4 km · about 5 min drive

bridge

Ponte 25 de Abril

A red suspension bridge evoking the Golden Gate, soaring across the Tagus into southern Lisbon.

4 km · about 5 min drive

cafe

Pastéis de Belém

The original 1837 bakery behind Lisbon's legendary warm custard tarts, a near-obligatory pilgrimage.

4 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

LX Factory

A revived industrial complex of street art, design shops and cafés tucked beneath the 25 de Abril bridge.

5 km · about 10 min drive

castle

Castelo de São Jorge

A Moorish castle occupying a commanding hilltop overlooking the historic centre of Lisbon and the Tagus River.

8 km · about 15 min drive

famous road

Tram 28 Route, Lisbon

Lisbon's iconic vintage yellow tram rattling through the city's steepest and most atmospheric historic neighborhoods.

8 km · about 15 min drive

Driving roads near Caparica

  • Right herePonte 25 de AbrilA red suspension bridge evoking the Golden Gate, soaring across the Tagus into southern Lisbon.
  • Right hereTram 28 Route, LisbonLisbon's iconic vintage yellow tram rattling through the city's steepest and most atmospheric historic neighborhoods.
  • Right hereMiradouro da Senhora do MonteLisbon's highest viewpoint, a quiet terrace surveying castle, river and rooftops at sunset.
  • Right hereEstrada Marginal (N6)A breezy coastal drive hugging the Tagus shore from Lisbon out to Estoril and Cascais.
  • 18 kmPonte Vasco da GamaOne of Europe's longest bridges, an arrow-straight 12km span across the Tagus estuary.
  • 20 kmCascaisA breezy seaside resort town of beaches, marina and old-town lanes at the end of the Lisbon coast.

Driving in Portugal

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
~€9.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Caparica.

Sobreda

🇵🇹 Portugal

2 km awayPop. 11,146

Pragal

🇵🇹 Portugal

3 km awayPop. 7,701

Trafaria

🇵🇹 Portugal

3 km awayPop. 5,603

Quinta de Santo António

🇵🇹 Portugal

3 km awayPop. 5,154

Costa da Caparica

🇵🇹 Portugal

4 km awayPop. 13,968

Costa de Caparica

🇵🇹 Portugal

4 km awayPop. 14,231

Piedade

🇵🇹 Portugal

4 km awayPop. 19,472

Laranjeiro

🇵🇹 Portugal

4 km awayPop. 20,988

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