The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Sintra Municipality, Central Portugal

September 6, 2021 Hana Mouser

Discover the best top things to do in Sintra Municipality, Portugal including Praia da ursa, Greenwalk, Walk Hike Portugal, Ride351 - Surf Trips Portugal, Ana's Adventures in Sintra, Ride for you, Jump in tours, Convento dos Capuchos, Museu do Ar, Praia da Adraga.
Restaurants in Sintra Municipality

1. Praia da ursa

Cabo da Roca, Sintra Portugal http://www.praiadaursa.pt/
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5.0 based on 521 reviews

Praia da ursa

Reviewed By 789stephend - Vancouver, Canada

I found Cabo da Roca to be beautiful and the ocean crashing against the cliffs. There are some hiking trails to explore, well worth the trip out here.

2. Greenwalk

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5.0 based on 498 reviews

Greenwalk

Greenwalk is a tour operator with a slightly different approach. Our driving force is to ensure that Portugal becomes a great experience rather than a great visit to our customers. In the first place comes the deep knowledge of our country allowing us to provide access to unique spots in very different levels. All our guides are highly educated on the earth sciences field and very enthusiastic about the singularities of our culture being able to put on amazing perspectives of every spots, even the very touristic ones. And finally the variety of our services on different spots; during our trips we always offer walks, hikes, bike trails, off road or relaxing jeep tours, and on the coast line - surfing. Whatever are the tastes and physical conditions of our guests we can adapt and ensure that they'll enjoy Portugal to the fullest. Our customers can expect a very qualified and passionate team promoting nature contact, scientific and cultural knowledge and, of course, fun and relax.

3. Walk Hike Portugal

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5.0 based on 163 reviews

Walk Hike Portugal

In Walk Hike Portugal experiences, we share “off the beaten track” hiking tours with our clients in the Cascais-Sintra Natural Park with also it’s Wine Routes in the “Colares” and “Mafra” wine regions, the Route of the Historic Villages in the North and Center of Portugal, the Amazing Azores Islands and the thin air in the Highlands. Sustainable Tourism is our habitat, and our goal is to provide enriching experiences for our clients feel closer and more integrated in the local communities, introduce them to our people so that they may experience our food, listen to our stories and share our secrets. We try hard to our tours always contemplate the mix between Natural Park – Communities – Cultural Park. Call us, we look forward that you join us in our adventures, on DAILY or VACATION programs.

4. Ride351 - Surf Trips Portugal

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Ride351 - Surf Trips Portugal

Ride351 - Surf Trips Portugal was founded in 2013, created in partnership with QueluzTur - Travel Agency with over 23 years in business, to provide surf experiences for all surfers’ ages and levels – from beginners to advanced ones. We want to present the best spots to surf, the best of gastronomy and the most beautiful places to visit in Portugal including Azores and Madeira islands. All to offer one unforgettable experience of surf, culture and gastronomy in Portugal! Just have to surf and relax! We'll take you and your friends from the hotel or airport to the best spots in our coast, considering weather and sea condition as well as your skill level, in order to offer you the best time ever while you are travelling with us. Portugal's geographical position is unique in Europe: we benefit from around 900 km of open beach-breaks, reef-breaks and gorgeous bays.

5. Ana's Adventures in Sintra

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5.0 based on 98 reviews

Ana's Adventures in Sintra

Join Ana and her friends on a private tour or activitie, a unique experience where you can walk in the forest, try the local wines, swim in the Atlantic, conquer the castle or discover the most beautifull hidden places... Sintra and surrounding areas! Walking, surfing, 4x4 car...you choose! French, English, Portuguese and Spanish speaking local guides!

6. Ride for you

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5.0 based on 64 reviews

Ride for you

Ride for You its a professional but friendly company that provides you a tour that takes you to the best places in Portugal from a local perspective! Our vehicles are comfortable with Wi-Fi and bottled water on board. Our tours are with our guide / driver that will answer all of your questions and will take you on a ride to remember a tour with funny and relaxed moments and of course culture and history. Come and see for yourself.

7. Jump in tours

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Jump in tours

Our main goal is for our clients to have the most fun while falling in love with Portugal. We achieve this by providing unique and carefully prepared itineraries. The information and amazing experiences that your guide will share with you will enable you to take the most out of every place you visit and, most importantly, at an enjoyable and relaxed pace.

8. Convento dos Capuchos

Rua de Sao Pedro Parques de Sintra, Colares 2705-157 Portugal +351 21 923 7300 [email protected] http://www.parquesdesintra.pt/en/parks-and-monuments/convent-of-the-capuchos/description/
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4.5 based on 558 reviews

Convento dos Capuchos

The "Capuchos Convent" or "Cork Convent" was established in 1560 by Dom Alvaro de Castro, Counsellor of State to King Sebastiao, with the name Convento de Santa Cruz da Serra de Sintra. It is noteworthy for the extreme poverty of its construction, which represents the ideal of the Order of St. Francis of Assisi, and for the extensive use of cork in the protection and decoration of its small spaces.

Reviewed By Margo7850p

An authentic monastery built in the heart of the Sintra Nature Park. The Convent of the Capuchos is a historical convent consisting of small quarters and public spaces located in the civil parish of Sao Pedro de Penaferrim, in the municipality of Sintra. Poverty was the central notion which ruled the construction of the Convent of the Capuchos. Fascinating to see how they lived in such simplicity. The site is located in the rural part of Sintra, along the northeastern flank of the Sintra Mountains, approximately 325 metres above sea level, in a location marked by dense vegetation and accentuated slopes. The minimalist convent was erected in perfect harmony with its surroundings, implanted in the rocks and boulders that formed this part of the Sintra Mountains. A good place to enjoy nature and see how the Franciscans lived in the 16th century without wealth. A quiet place with peace and greenery all around. Really interesting place, away from the main tourist routes. Not many tourists, peace and contemplative mood. Beautiful garden, pleasant walk. In place routes thought out for tourists - with lighting inside the buildings. There are parking, toilets and places for a rest. A beautiful drive there. Though all drives in this area mean narrow, winding, mountain roads.

9. Museu do Ar

Estrada Granja do Marques, Sintra 2715-021 Portugal +351 21 967 8984 [email protected] http://www.museudoar.pt
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4.5 based on 174 reviews

Museu do Ar

Air Museum. Our purpose is to tell the story of the Portuguese aviation through its people and collections.

Reviewed By hans-jaguar - Santa Comba Dao, Portugal

The Air Museum is a museum of aeronautical material of the Portuguese Air Force, based at Air Base No. 1 (Sintra), the museum has two visitable poles one at the Aerodromo de Manobra nº 1 (Ovar), and a second at the Military Complex of Alverca (Alverca do Ribatejo). It has been created on February 21, 1968 and opened on Air Force Day (July 1), 1971, the Air Museum is under the responsibility of the Chief of Staff of the Air Force and aims at the conservation, safety and exhibition of objects of historical, artistic and documentary value, airplanes and miniatures of the same that it is possible to gather and preserve, as they constitute a valuable contribution to the history of national aviation. You can see all kind of airplanes, helicopters etc. it is very nice to visit, we anyhow enjoyed our visit, and are already thinking to visit the second one very soon.

10. Praia da Adraga

Casa da Adraga Rua da Praia da Adraga, Almocageme 2705-060 Portugal http://www.visitportugal.com/pt-pt/content/praia-da-adraga
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4.5 based on 470 reviews

Praia da Adraga

Reviewed By Ispe111 - Tampere, Finland

Very beatiful small beach with big waves and impressice cliffs and rocks. The restaurant is very nice! Take small dirt road from Adraga to Cabo de Roca by car or walking. On the road you can see beautiful rural landscape with old vineyards and orchards.

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