Cruises in Lisbon: Santa Apolónia Terminal

Lisbon's Cruise Terminal is located in Santa Apolónia, next to the Tagus river and near the historic center. It's the gateway for thousands of passengers every year.

Common Situations

Day stop — Ship stops for a few hours
Cruise start/end — Embarking or disembarking in Lisbon
Pre/post cruise — Extra days before or after

Do I Need to Store Luggage?

During a Stop

Usually NO. Luggage stays in your cabin while you explore.

BUT if you want to:

Buy souvenirs and store them
Have a light backpack for the day
Change clothes during the day

On Disembarkation Day

YES, probably if:

Flight is in the evening
Want to explore Lisbon before leaving
Don't have a hotel booked

Luggage Storage Options

At the Terminal

The terminal has limited luggage storage options.

Advantage	Disadvantage
Near the ship	Limited availability
	High price
	Restricted hours

LockerArea Estefania (Recommended)

📍 Rua Passos Manuel 83

Information	Details
Distance	15 min by metro
Access	24 hours
Price	€6-8/day

Book →

How to Get from Terminal to LockerArea

Metro

Santa Apolónia (Blue Line)
↓ 1 stop
Martim Moniz
↓ Transfer to Green Line
↓ 2 stops
Anjos
↓ 6 min walk
LockerArea

Time: ~15 minutes
Cost: €1.65

Itinerary: One Day in Lisbon (Cruise)

If you have 6-8 hours

09:00 — Disembark

09:30 — (Optional) Metro to LockerArea, drop off backpack

10:00 — Alfama on foot (right next to the terminal!)

São Jorge Castle
Viewpoints
Typical streets

12:00 — Lunch in Alfama

13:30 — Baixa and Chiado

Praça do Comércio
Rua Augusta
Santa Justa Elevator

15:30 — Belém (tram 15E or Uber)

Torre de Belém
Pastéis de Belém

17:00 — Return to terminal

Tips for Cruise Passengers

Before the Stop

Research available time — How long do you have ashore?
Book lockers if needed — Ensure availability
Plan itinerary — Lisbon is big

During the Stop

Start with Alfama — Right next to the terminal
Wear comfortable clothes — Lots of walking and climbing
Remember boarding time — Don't miss the ship!

Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Underestimating distances
❌ Trying to see "everything" in a few hours
❌ Arriving late for boarding

LockerArea Prices

Size	Price/Day
Medium	€6
Large	€8

Conclusion

Lisbon is an incredible cruise stop. To make the most of it:

✅ Plan ahead — Time is limited
✅ Travel light — Leave luggage on ship or in lockers
✅ Prioritize — Alfama + Belém or historic center

Book locker →

Article updated January 2025.