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E-Car Self-Guided Tour in Sintra

VW T2 Tour Sintra and Cabo da Roca

Historical Jeep Tour Visit 5 Palaces

Classic Car Tour Sintra and Cascais

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Pork Chop Cooking Class in Lisbon

Tile Painting Class Lisbon

Duration:  9 Hours (Full Day)

Price: From 90 € per Person

Most complete Tour: Pena + Quinta da Regaleira + 

Entrance Fees  included!   Pickup in Lisbon in Minivan (up to 8 Persons). With guided tour inside the monuments. Trip back to Cascais and Cabo da Roca.

Duration:   8 Hours

Price: From 65 € per Person

Pena Palace Visit & Sintra Guided Day Trip

Pick-up from meeting point and drop off in Lisbon with a guide expert. 

Transportation by an air-conditioned SUV to visit Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Guincho Beach. 

Duration:    4  Hours (Half Day)

Price: From 150 € per Person

From Lisbon to Sintra with Transfer included

Pickup at the Hotel in Lisbon with a Van. Customized to your interests. Includes Queluz Palace and Cabo da Roca visit. Full Sintra Sightseeing's. Safe for Wheelchair users. 

Duration:  6 Hours

Price: From 80 € per Person

Guided Tour on an electric bike. Starts in Lisbon by train. For groups up to 14. Train tickets are included. Return trip is through Cascais village on bike.

Duration:  6 1/2 Hours

Price: From 79.99 € per Person

From Lisbon to Torres Vedras

for Wine Tasting and Visit of Pena Palace Gardens only

This tour is operated with a minivan and includes the roundtrip from Lisbon. 4 Wine pairings included with some tapas. You will NOT enter the Palace. 

Duration:   8 Hours (Full Day)

Price: From 85 € per Person

Entrance Fee to Pena Palace  included.  Transport in A/C vehicle to Sintra. Visit of Cabo da Roca and Cascais. Languages: Spanish, French

Duration:  6 Hours 

Price: From 172 € for 2 Persons

Private Sightseeing Tour for 2

Sintra-Cascais-Cabo da Roca

Guided Tour were the guide will enter the monuments with you and explain interesting highlights. Pickup in Lisbon and Return. Also in  German . 

Duration:   4 Hours (Half Day)

Price: From 150 €  for  2 Persons

Lisbon - Colares Wine tasting including Cabo da Roca

Pickup in Lisbon and Return. This tour only stops for half an hour in Sintra historical Center. Palace visits NOT included. Wine pairing in Colares. Trip on a private van or car.

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1. Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

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6. Sintra-Cascais: 2 Palaces+4 spots, coast, small group! 10 hours!

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8. Sintra, Regaleira with Ticket Included, Pena Palace from Lisbon

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30. Half-day tour to discover Sintra, the romantic village

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• JENNIFER D 1 contribution 0 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent Tour!! Highly recommend. Excellent Tour!! We enjoyed the full day tour. It encompassed everything we wanted to see. Tour guide was knowledgeable. Read more Review of: Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon Written 1 May 2024 This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

• Andrea A 1 contribution 0 5.0 of 5 bubbles Sintra Caiscai The tour was very well organised our tour guide Nunu was great good information. Exceptional tour great value foe money Read more Review of: Small-group Sintra, Pena Palace, Regaleira, Roca, Cascais Tour Written 30 April 2024 This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

• Nelisamar P 1 contribution 0 5.0 of 5 bubbles Awesome !! Outstanding tour !! Our guide Alexander (Alex) was outstanding. He explained everything in each stop we made. He took pictures, gave us time to enjoy ourselves. We were a group of 8 and he made us feel at home. He was informative and attentive. He also took us to a great typical restaurant. He is the best. Highly recommend this excursion. Read more Review of: Guided Tour to Sintra Pena Regaleira Roca Boca do Inferno and Cascais Written 29 April 2024 This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

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Tours of Sintra

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Sintra City Tour

Visit top attractions in the Sintra area on a guided tour from Lisbon. Select a half-day or full-day option and visit places like Queluz Palace, Castle of the Moors and a seaside village.

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Pena Palace & Wine Tasting

Explore the amazing Pena Palace, the most iconic attraction in Sintra, along with other noteworthy castles and monuments. Indulge in a delightful wine tasting experience.

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Custom Tour of Sintra - Customize your tour

Welcome to our Sintra tour! Get ready to explore the breathtaking beauty of this charming Portuguese region. Our tour includes stops at the village of Sintra, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais.

• Checkmark Pastry Tasting , Wine tasting

Enchanting Sintra: Palaces, Cliffs, Sweet Indulgences and Wine Tasting

Welcome to the enchanting journey through Sintra, a picturesque town nestled amid the lush hills of Portugal, boasting a rich history and breathtaking landscapes. Our curated tour promises a blend of historical wonders, natural beauty, and delightful experiences.

Sintra Half Day Tour From Lisbon

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Express Sintra, Pena Palace & Cabo da Roca

Visit Sintra and Cabo da Roca on this fun tour with Lisbon on Wheels. Spend some time in Pena Palace and Sintra before stopping at Cabo da Roca to enjoy the breathtaking clifftop views.

• Family Friendly

Sintra and Cascais Day Trip

Discover the magic of two distinct Portuguese towns on this private, full-day sightseeing tour to Sintra and Cascais from Lisbon. Explore on your own, at your own pace!

Sintra Beaches Day Tour

Visit the beautiful and historic town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the Sintra beach, churches, and palace during this eight-hour tour.

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Sintra Monument Tour

Discover Sintra’s historic district by visiting its iconic attractions such as the Moorish Castle, Quinta de Regaleira, Pena Palace, and other remarkable sites. Uncover the charm of Sintra’s old town with our guided tour and explore the must-see landmarks.

• Price per group until 6 pax

Tour To And From Sintra

Come visit the capital of Romanticism on a private tour to Sintra from Lisbon. You can see centenary trees, ancient palaces, breathtaking mountains, and other sights.

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Sintra Wine Experience

Enjoy a wine tasting in Sintra. On this thematic tour, get to know the best wines produced in this region that produces red and white wines and the cooperative winery at Colares, dating back to the 19th century.

Sintra Cellar Visit & Wine Tasting

Visit the fabulous region of Sintra and the best traditional local wineries. Taste the finest regional wines in the oldest winery in the Lisbon area.

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Wine Tasting & Quinta da Regaleira

This experience includes Quinta da Regaleira Tickets, a wine tasting at Sintra’s most famous winery, and city explorations through Sintra, Cascais, and more.

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Wine & Moorish Castle

Visit Sintra and take in all the incredible sights around town. You’re sure to enjoy the views from the Moorish Castle. This tour also includes a delicious local wine tasting.

Sintra, Azenhas do Mar & Cascais

Tour the beautiful streets of Sintra before heading to Azenhas do Mar, a coastal village with ornate tiled facades. Wander the gorgeous beaches along the coast.

Arrábida and Sintra – Two Magic Mountains Tour

Get to know the Arrábida Mountain and its natural beauty on a sightseeing tour from Lisbon. Enjoy the views from Serra de Arrábida and visit a beach at the mouth of the Sado River.

Arrábida and Sintra: Full-Day Private Wine Tour

Visit the best of two regions. See the most famous wineries of Sintra and Azeitão, taste red and white wines and Moscatéis and enjoy the views.

Private Sintra Sightseeing Tour

On this sightseeing tour, we explore the fantastic region of Sintra: Village, mountains, forests, and beaches.

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Private Sintra Tour from Lisbon

Tour Sintra on a private tour from Lisbon. See landmarks like Pena Palace, Roca Cape, Cascais, Guincho Beach, and other memorable locations.

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Wine Tasting And National Palace Of Sintra

Make a visit to Sintra, Portugal for a tour of the incredible National Palace, complete with other city landmarks and delectable wine tasting.

Wine Tasting And Queluz Palace

Looking for a private Sintra tour? Join us in exploring this beautiful city, paying close attention to the Queluz Palace, once the official royal residence of King D. Pedro IV.

Sintra – Complete Experience

Dive into Portugal’s rich history on this private full-day tour of Sintra from Lisbon. Tickets included for all the monuments you want to visit on this eight-hour tour.

During the Lisbon On Wheels tours, you will have the opportunity to visit the most iconic landmarks and monuments in Sintra. The trips to Sintra take place with maximum comfort in our air-conditioned van. Also, we are experts in wine tours. There’s only one thing for you to do: capture the memories with your camera! Book your Sintra tour from Lisbon online today!

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15 Best Sintra Tours

Located in the Greater Lisbon area along the Portuguese River, Sintra is a city of about 400,000 residents that’s particularly well-known for its abundant castles and palaces.

For those staying in Lisbon looking for a convenient day trip option, Sintra is usually no more than an hour away, depending on traffic, which is often bumper to bumper during rush hour and other peak travel times.

Sintra is one of the country’s architectural wonders and is also known for its friendly people, vibrant food and art scenes, and stunning natural beauty.

Below are 15 of the best tours of Sintra that previous visitors have ranked highly.

1. Sintra Walking Tour with Palace, Castle, and Old Town Visit

After meeting their guide at a central location and getting an overview of the day’s events, guests of this Sintra walking tour will set out to visit many of the city’s most iconic attractions.

Especially for those who’ve never been, the city is an alluring mix of historical and contemporary sites. Depending on the interests of guests, tour stops can be personalized to ensure maximum value.

Of course, the tour’s centerpieces are palaces, castles, and the Old Town area, but there are also natural and cultural attractions.

Tours last four hours, start mid-morning and have a relatively casual pace.

2. 3 ½-Hour Rock Climbing Experience

For those who’ve never tried it, rock climbing is among the most exhilarating full-body workouts you’re ever likely to have.

Eager climbers will meet their guide either in the morning or the afternoon, after which they’ll get an intro to rock climbing, all the gear they’ll need, and a safety briefing before heading into nature to put their newfound mountaineering skills to the test.

Within sight of the Moorish Castle, Palacio da Pena, and the majestic Sintra Mountains, participants will experience a unique blend of exercise, nature, and history that their tour bus bound counterparts can only dream of.

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3. Sintra Heritage Hike

Sintra-Cascais Natural Park is just a short drive from the city center. It is crisscrossed with a network of hiking trails that are appropriate for a wide range of ages and levels of physical activity.

On this full-day tour, nature-loving hikers will leave the city’s hustle and bustle in the rearview mirror and delve into an idyllic setting characterized by towering cliffs, rocky coastlines, otherworldly sand dunes, and quiet forests dotted with lakes and streams.

You’ll get up close and personal with the 8th century Moorish Castle and Pena Palace, which looks like it leaped from the pages of a fairytale.

4. Portuguese Beaches and Colares Private Jeep Tour

Sintra’s coastal location gives lovers of sun, sand, and surf easy access to many of the country’s most amazing beaches.

This seven-hour private beach and Jeep tour includes morning pick-up at your accommodation and a brief meet and greet with your guide before the adventure gets underway.

After boarding their trusty 4×4 Jeep, guests will set out to explore not only several beaches and stretches of undisturbed coastline but the region’s mountainous interior as well.

Make sure to charge your camera because the views will be nothing short of breathtaking; you’ll get up close to Monserrate Palace, Pena Palace, and the Moorish Castle.

5. A Taste of Pena Palace Food Tour

Whether you’re staying in Sintra, Lisbon, Ericeira, or Cascais, this tour has you covered. It includes either hotel pick-up or a convenient meeting point at an easy to reach central location.

Once in Sintra, guests will head to Pena Palace.

It’s the perfect place to start, as it’s considered one of the most impressive and historically significant attractions in the entire country.

Guests will learn about its history and take in its impressive architecture before heading off to experience other sites and sample some of the country’s most flavorful cuisine.

Plan on enjoying everything from Portuguese coffee and fresh pastries to port wine and queijadas.

6. Pena Palace, Cascais, and Natural Park Day Tour

Tours that offer multiple options are popular with travelers who prefer to focus their energies on the attractions that interest them the most.

On this six-hour morning tour, guests can opt to explore a number of the city’s most prominent symbols, like the Moorish Castle, the National Palace, or the Convent of the Capuchos before heading into the hinterlands.

The Sintra Natural Park offers a variety of scenic gems that include impressive boulder fields, sweeping ocean views from the continent’s westernmost location, and the rugged landscape of Cabo da Roca.

Tours begin and end in Sintra and include a relaxing lunch in a traditional restaurant.

7. The Inquisition’s Hand Private Walking Tour at Night

The Inquisition was a particularly dark time in the history of Spain, and according to historians, thousands of residents lost their lives in purges designed to uphold the country’s Catholic traditions.

Thankfully, those days are long gone, but there are a number of attractions in Sintra that are tied to events from the 15th century.

This private night walking tour begins in Sintra’s historic center and includes the services of a local guide-historian, who’ll take guests to relatively obscure corners of the city and regale them with fascinating tales of life back then.

Highlights include the Pena, Royal, and Seteais palaces.

8. All Monuments and Cabo da Roca Self-Drive Tour

Regardless of whether you’ve got just a few hours or a whole day to spare, this self-drive tour from Sintra would be a great way to see the Portuguese countryside at your own speed.

Before the tour begins, guests can plan their route and the things that they want to see, so when they get their electric car, they can set out without wasting valuable time.

From historic villages and impressive monuments to castles, palaces, and large tracts of undeveloped coastline along Cabo da Roca, there are options for participants of nearly all stripes.

Tours meet at a central location and include an overview of local driving laws and a tutorial on how to operate their e-car.

9. Sintra Half-Day Trekking Tour

There’s definitely no shortage of activity options in and around Sintra for those who value physical exertion as much as they do sightseeing and cultural immersion.

This half-day trekking tour begins at the National Palace, where guests will rendezvous with their guide and get an overview of the day’s events.

After a casual walk around the park, trekkers will pass several key attractions, like the Palacio da Pena, Sintra Castle, and the National Palace.

Along the way, you’ll benefit from your guide’s interesting insights and have ample time to take photos, ask questions, and relax at a café with a traditional pastry and cup of coffee.

10. Private Half Day-Tour of Key Highlights

The stretch of coastline between Sintra and Cascais is one of the most scenic areas on the coast and features an impressive array of historic attractions and amazing views of rivers, the ocean, and the cliffs just inland.

Guincho Beach is popular with wind, kite, and body surfers. It is just a hop, skip, and a jump from Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, where the bulk of the tour will take place.

Along with their guide, guests will visit palaces, castles, and a number of vista points, as well as sample traditional Portuguese food in a quaint village.

Tours can begin and end in either Sintra or Lisbon and include round-trip transportation.

11. Sintra Full-Day Road Bike Tour

The hills and winding roads leading out of Sintra along the coast are perfect for bikers intent on seeing things from a street-level perspective.

After meeting their guide at the train station in central Sintra, energetic bikers will head toward Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, where they’ll get up close and personal with Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle, and some of the most stunning scenery in the region.

Tours include a nice mix of hilly and flat terrain, picturesque villages, undeveloped natural areas, and a visit to Cape Roca—the westernmost tip of the European continent.

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12. Guided Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk

Sintra’s designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site means that lovers of history and culture can spend days exploring and never run out of new attractions to see.

Though walking, biking, and bus tours are plentiful, many guests agree that seeing the city by tuk-tuk is definitely the way to go.

Tours meet at a convenient central location and include stops at many of Sintra’s most impressive historic sites that include castles and palaces featuring Egyptian, Moorish, and Renaissance architectural influences.

Two-hour tuk-tuk tours include the services of a local guide and are available in multiple start times and four languages.

13. Legends and Medieval Stories Private Walking Tour

Not every tour of Sintra includes the services of a guide who’s also a historian; that’s exactly what makes this legends and medieval stories private walking excursion such great value.

Starting in the city’s historic center, participants will set out to explore Sintra’s history and culture while hearing interesting and obscure tales of intrigue, war, corruption, and long-standing family feuds from their chaperone.

Sintra Castle is one of the tour’s most impressive and historically significant highlights. Those who choose to trek to the top will have impressive panoramic views of the city and countryside far below.

14. 2-Hour Private Surf Lesson at Praia Grande

For those who’ve never climbed onto a board and hit the waves, learning to surf may seem a bit intimidating.

Though it’s not something that can be mastered in just a few hours, this private surf lesson experience offers participants of most ages and levels of physical ability the chance to get up to speed relatively quickly.

Everyone will get a board and wetsuit and be paired with an experienced and patient instructor, who’ll give them an overview of basic safety and surfing techniques before taking to the water.

Tours meet at a convenient location, take place at Praia Grande, and are laid back and stress-free.

15. Sintra Life and Death at the Capuchos Convent Guided Tour

For those who prefer to sleep in and spend the morning relaxing before taking in Sintra’s sites, this early afternoon guided tour of the Capuchos Convent would be a great fit.

Located in the Sintra Mountains, the convent is steeped in history, legend, and lore, and many guests are surprised to learn that it was far from an idyllic setting where dedicated monks prayed, mediated, and worked for the good of the common man.

The convent’s history stretches back centuries, and the tour features both in and outdoor portions.

Tours last about five hours in total, three of which will be spent on-site before guests are returned to the original starting point in town.

15 Best Sintra Tours:

• Sintra Walking Tour with Palace, Castle, and Old Town Visit
• 3 ½-Hour Rock Climbing Experience
• Sintra Heritage Hike
• Portuguese Beaches and Colares Private Jeep Tour
• A Taste of Pena Palace Food Tour
• Pena Palace, Cascais, and Natural Park Day Tour
• The Inquisition's Hand Private Walking Tour at Night
• All Monuments and Cabo da Roca Self-Drive Tour
• Sintra Half-Day Trekking Tour
• Private Half Day-Tour of Key Highlights
• Sintra Full-Day Road Bike Tour
• Guided Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk
• Legends and Medieval Stories Private Walking Tour
• 2-Hour Private Surf Lesson at Praia Grande
• Sintra Life and Death at the Capuchos Convent Guided Tour

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Travel tips.

Pena Palace should be your first stop early in the morning, to avoid the crowds

S intra is often described as " Portugal's Disneyland " due to its whimsical architecture and fairytale atmosphere that attract thousands of visitors every year. As the New York Times put it, it's " a verdant world of castles and palaces ," and its World Heritage status and recognition as one of Europe’s most romantic towns has made it a popular honeymoon destination and the must-do day trip for those visiting Lisbon or spending a beach holiday in Cascais . As a result, it can be quite crowded, often causing long waiting times at ticket counters, bus stops, and entrance gates. Below are some tips to make your visit much more enjoyable:

Avoiding the Crowds

Try to arrive before 9am , and avoid the weekends, when the people of Lisbon join the tourists for a day around the palaces. Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle open at 9:30am in the high season (10am in autumn and winter), and the first bus to both sights (bus 434) departs from outside the train station at 9:15am. Those should be your first stops on a visit to Sintra. There are frequent trains from Lisbon starting as early as 5:40am, so it’s recommended that you take one that departs within the 8 o’clock hour. The biggest crowds are at Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira, while Monserrate Palace, Pena Park, the Vila Sassetti mansion, and Convento dos Capuchos tend to be much quieter.

Attraction Tickets

Through the following links you may buy tickets in advance and skip the lines at some of the attractions: - Pena Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket - Quinta da Regaleira Skip-the-Line Ticket - Sintra National Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket - Monserrate Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket - Queluz palace Skip-the-Line Ticket - Capuchos Convent Ticket

View of the center of Sintra from the National Palace

Getting to and Around Sintra

Traveling to and around Sintra is quite easy. There are frequent trains from Lisbon and buses from Cascais, and a bus connects the Sintra train station to the Moorish Castle and Pena Palace up on the mountain, as well as to Monserrate Palace. Almost everything else is centrally located and within walking distance (the National Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Seteais Palace, and all of the town’s museums). For complete transportation details, see the guides to the Lisbon to Sintra train and the bus to Pena Palace .

Organizing Your Time

When planning your day in Sintra, note the following times: - Lisbon to Sintra train journey: 40 minutes - Bus 434 from the train station to the Moorish Castle: 13 minutes - Bus 434 from the train station to Pena Palace: 17 minutes - Bus 435 from the train station to Monserrate Palace: 20 minutes - Walk from the train station in Sintra to the center of town and the National Palace: 10 minutes - Walk from the National Palace to Quinta da Regaleira: 15 minutes - Visit to the National Palace: 1 hour - Visit to Pena Palace: 2 to 3 hours (depending on the time spent in line at the ticket counter and waiting for the bus) - Visit to Monserrate Palace: 1h30m - Visit to Quinta da Regaleira: 1h30m

Insider Tip : If you only have one day in Sintra, visit Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle in the morning, and Quinta da Regaleira and the National Palace in the afternoon. On a second day, head to Monserrate Palace first, then hop on a bus to Cabo da Roca . Depending on how long you take at those attractions, you may still have time to take the train and visit Queluz Palace .

Planning Your Budget

To plan your budget, note the following ticket prices: - Train from Lisbon to Sintra: €2.30+€0.50 for the rechargeable magnetic card (or free with the Lisboa Card) - Bus 434 to Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle: €7.60 - Bus 435 to Monserrate Palace and Quinta da Regaleira: €5.50 - Pena Palace and Park: €14.00 (10% discount with the Lisboa Card) - Pena Park: €7.50 (10% discount with the Lisboa Card) - Moorish Castle: €8.00 (15% discount with the Lisboa Card) - National Palace: €10.00 (10% discount with the Lisboa Card) - Quinta da Regaleira: €10.00 (20% discount with the Lisboa Card) - Monserrate Palace: €8.00 (15% discount with the Lisboa Card) - Queluz Palace: €10.00 (15% discount with the Lisboa Card) - Convento dos Capuchos: €7.00 (15% discount with the Lisboa Card)

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The National Palace is one of the main stops on any tour of Sintra

Organized Tours

It can be quite convenient to join an organized tour in Sintra, as some of the top attractions are spread across hills and mountains. Tours are time savers, as you don’t have to wait in line for the crowded buses or for tickets to the palaces. Here are your options for guided tours in Sintra: Sintra Tours

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Complete sintra guide.

Insider's guide with the latest travel tips, information and advice from local experts:

What to See & Do

Top 10 Attractions

Sightseeing Tips

Day Trip from Lisbon

Day Trips from Sintra

Pena Palace

Sintra National Palace

Quinta da Regaleira

Moorish Castle

Monserrate Palace

Seteais Palace

Capuchos Convent

Chalet Condessa d'Edla

Biester Palace

Vila Sassetti

Sintra Town Hall

Natural History Museum

News Museum

Anjos Teixeira Museum

MUSA Museum

Azenhas do Mar

Cabo da Roca

Queluz Palace

Where to Stay

Top 10 Hotels

Sintra Beaches Guide

Praia da Ursa

Praia da Adraga

Praia Grande

Praia das Maçãs

Praia de Azenhas do Mar

Praia da Aguda

Praia do Magoito

Transportation

Trains from Lisbon

Bus 434 to Pena Palace

Bus 435 to Monserrate Palace

Bus 1624 to Cabo da Roca and Cascais

Tram to Praia das Maçãs

Train to Queluz Palace

Sintra Train Station

Portela de Sintra Bus Station

From the Airport to Sintra

Portugal Travel Guides

Lisbon Beaches