Location: Sintra
Top Things to do in Sintra
What to do and see in Sintra, Central Portugal: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
Long the home of Portugal’s monarchs, Sintra is a magnificent town of marvelous historic mansions, all set against the backdrop of lush hills. Sintra’s many castles include the Palácio Nacional de Sintra (a main abode of Portuguese royalty until the early 20th century), the hilltop and storybook Palácio da Pena, Quinta de Regaleira (incorporating several architectural styles and with gorgeous surrounding gardens), the Castelo dos Mouros (Moorish Castle), and the Palácio de Monserrate.
Restaurants in Sintra
1. Initiation Well
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 919 reviews
Reviewed By ericsE2241OU - Birr, Ireland
This well is a great place to visit as part of a tour of the Quinta da Regaleira. It is unique (in my experience), and of great interest if you are into the Knights Templar and similar groups. Look ot for the Knights Templar cross there
2. Pelourinho Do Palacio Nacional De Sintra
3. Palacio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By lohla88 - The Hague, The Netherlands
This palace is way underrated in comparison with Pena Palace and/or other castles in Lisbon. Because of that it is rather quiet and private - which gives you a nice space to explore on your own. The garden is huge with nice maze decorations and water fountains at various places. It is also known as the Versailles of Portugal - not in the scale but in the style. It is definitely worth visiting!
4. Cascata de Pisoes
5. Sintra Railway Station
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4.0 based on 287 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
Small, but beautiful train station in the heart of Sintra. Quick and easy access from Lisbon. It is the railway gate to Sintra and it touristic attractions.This pretty station, located on Avenida Dr. Miguel Bombarda, is a 1.5 km walk to the center of Sintra town . Sintra Station in Sintra dates from 1887 and is a lovely station decorated with azulejos tile work on its walls. One of the most beautiful train stations I've ever seen.
6. Ancient Duck Houses at Park of Pena
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4.0 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By Nimbin59 - Montreal, Canada
Part of the beautiful park between pena palace and the moorish castle, full of flowering trees, grottos , and vine covered benches Magical !
7. Igreja de Sao Martinho
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4.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By kurteg - Lenexa, United States
Just walking by and came upon this church worthy of mention. I understand the original church in the 1100s didn't survive the 1755 earthquake; nor did the priest celebrating mass at that moment. We have seen the resurrected Jesus wearing purple just like this one elsewhere.
8. Pelourinho de Sintra
9. Torre do Relogio Queluz
10. Volta Do Duche
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