Sintra

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Sintra

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Free Tour of Sintra

10.00 12/06/2024

Nelsa Fortes

Port Saint Lucie , The United States

I travelled with my partner
Sintra & Natural Park 4x4 Tour

8.00 09/21/2024

Cathy

The United States

I travelled with my partner
Free Tour of Sintra

10.00 10/22/2024

Julieta Isabel Capó

Spain

Natalia was our guide, a total genius!

National Palace of Sintra & Gardens

8.50 / 10 61 reviews

1,580 travellers 2K travellers

Explore the Spanish-Mudejar and Manueline-styled rooms in the residence of Portuguese medieval queens with this ticket to the National Palace of Sintra.

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US$ 11.17

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Palacio da Pena & Gardens Ticket

8 / 10 998 reviews

18,583 travellers 19K travellers

With this admission ticket to the Palacio da Pena, explore at your own leisure this fairytale-like fortress in Sintra and its beautiful palace gardens.

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US$ 20.86

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Castelo dos Mouros Tickets

8.40 / 10 166 reviews

4,448 travellers 4K travellers

Climb the hills of Sintra and visit the Castelo dos Mouros, a beautiful 12th-century Arabian walled fortress, with this admission ticket.

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US$ 12.51

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Palace of Monserrate Ticket

9.10 / 10 91 reviews

2,360 travellers 2K travellers

Visit the Palace of Monserrate and marvel at this breathtaking Neogothic building with Oriental and Mozarabic elements. Ready to be amazed?

Entrance tickets

US$ 10.31

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Sintra & Natural Park 4x4 Tour

9 / 10 10 reviews

175 travellers 175 travellers

Free cancellation

Discover incredible natural landscapes and the spectacular Pena Palace: explore Sintra's most impressive landmarks on this 4x4 Jeep safari.

4 - 7h English Adventure and nature

Transfers in Sintra

9.20 / 10 5,172 reviews

70,528 travellers 71K travellers

Free cancellation

Door to door private service at the best prices. A chauffeur will wait for you at the airport, at your hotel or any other indicated address and will take you to your destination quickly and safely.

Final price Safe and hassle-free

Free cancellation

Per car starting at US$ 22

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National Palace of Queluz + Gardens

8.60 / 10 47 reviews

943 travellers 943 travellers

Discover the Portuguese 'Versailles' with this admission ticket to the National Palace of Queluz and explore its lavish rooms and fairytale-like gardens.

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US$ 11.17

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Free Tour of Sintra

9.20 / 10 293 reviews

3,657 travellers 4K travellers

Come with us to discover Sintra, a city hidden amongst the hills. You'll explore its streets, get to know its history, and admire its palaces and villas

2h 30m English Guided tours and free tours

Free!

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Quinta da Regaleira Ticket + Audio Guide

7.20 / 10 76 reviews

1,308 travellers 1K travellers

With this ticket to the Quinta da Regaleira, you'll visit this great architectural jewel of Sintra following the explanations of an audio guide in English.

1h 20m English Entrance tickets

US$ 24.92

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Sintra Buggy Tour

10 / 10 3 reviews

44 travellers 44 travellers

Free cancellation

Feel the adrenaline course through your veins as you explore the mountains around Sintra on an all-terrain RZR Buggy tour! Ready for a wild ride?

3 hours English Adventure and nature

Free cancellation

US$ 198.17

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Electric Car Tour of Sintra

9.70 / 10 6 reviews

58 travellers 58 travellers

Free cancellation

Discover the delights of Sintra exploring its cobbled streets, historic castles, colourful palaces and lush forests by electric car.

4h - 9h 30m English Guided tours and free tours

Biester Palace Ticket

9.60 / 10 5 reviews

95 travellers 95 travellers

Free cancellation

This ticket to the Biester Palace will allow you to discover this 19th-century mansion and its beautiful gardens– you'll learn all about the palace!

Sintra Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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277 travellers 277 travellers

This sightseeing bus is the ideal way to get to know the main attractions of Sintra. Sit back, relax and take in in the grandest views of the city.

1 day English Guided tours and free tours

US$ 13.03

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Sintra Myths and Legends Tour

3.50 / 10 4 reviews

94 travellers 94 travellers

Free cancellation

Let the mysticism of Sintra mesmerize you with a visit to the Sintra Myths and Legends Interactive Center. A totally interactive experience!

English Entrance tickets

Free cancellation

US$ 4.17

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Hiking in the Sintra Natural Park

10 / 10 8 reviews

68 travellers 68 travellers

Free cancellation

Enjoy a day immersed in nature with this hiking route in the stunning Sintra-Cascais Natural park, learning its secrets with an English speaking guide.

4 hours English Adventure and nature

Free cancellation

US$ 52.15

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Civitatis Travel Insurance

8.50 / 10 1,749 reviews

54,396 travellers 54K travellers

Travel with the peace and comfort of knowing that, should you need assistance on your trip, Civitatis has your back - don't let anything spoil your trip!

5 - 31d Additional services

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US$ 18.32

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11 activities near Sintra

Tour of Cascais, Cabo da Roca & Boca do Inferno

9.30 / 10 25 reviews

237 travellers 237 travellers

Cascais (15.2km), Portugal

Free cancellation

Explore the old quarter and the best beaches of Cascais, see the 'end of the world' in Cabo da Roca and discover the legend of Boca do Inferno.

5 hours English Guided tours and free tours

Free cancellation

US$ 73.02

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Sintra & Natural Park Jeep Tour

10 / 10 6 reviews

90 travellers 90 travellers

Cascais (15.2km), Portugal

Free cancellation

Discover the impressive park along the Portuguese Riviera with this the Sintra and Natural Park Jeep Tour. Explore the historical and scenic spots in the area.

4 - 9h English Day trip

Sintra Natural Park & Pena Palace Trip

10 / 10 3 reviews

26 travellers 26 travellers

Estoril (9km), Portugal

Free cancellation

Explore the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park in a jeep to admire spectacular landscapes and visit the town of Sintra to discover the beauty of the Pena Palace!

4 - 9h English Day trip

Lisbon Kayak Tour

10 / 10 2 reviews

18 travellers 18 travellers

Oeiras (10.5km), Portugal

Free cancellation

Explore the Portuguese capital's beautiful coastline on this Lisbon kayak tour from Oeiras. Discover the region's best beaches in a fun new way!

2 hours English Adventure and nature

Free cancellation

US$ 41.72

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Lisbon Paddle Boarding Tour

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15 travellers 15 travellers

Oeiras (10.5km), Portugal

Free cancellation

Test your balancing skills while discovering the most spectacular beaches on the Lisbon coast on this paddle boarding tour from Oeiras.

2 hours English Adventure and nature

Free cancellation

US$ 31.29

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Sintra-Cascais Natural Park Trek

10 / 10 1 review

18 travellers 18 travellers

Cascais (15.2km), Portugal

Free cancellation

Do you love being out in the countryside? Escape the city with this trekking experience in the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, just one hour from Lisbon.

4 hours English Adventure and nature

Free cancellation

US$ 52.15

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Sintra-Cascais Natural Park Bike Tour

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Estoril (9km), Portugal

Free cancellation

Cycle through the magnificent Sintra-Cascais Natural Park during your stay in Estoril to discover nature, wildlife, religious sanctuaries and much more!

3 hours English Guided tours and free tours

Free cancellation

US$ 46.94

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Fátima, Óbidos, Nazaré & Batalha Day Trip

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1 traveller 1 traveller

Multiple destinations

Free cancellation

On this day trip to Fátima, Óbidos, Nazaré and Batalha, we'll take you to visit 4 of the cities with the most history and monumental heritage in Portugal.

11 hours English Day trip

Free cancellation

US$ 92.84

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Sintra-Cascais Natural Park Bike Tour

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Cascais (15.2km), Portugal

Free cancellation

If you're staying in Cascais, don't miss out on a bike ride through the magnificent Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, a Cultural Landscape World Heritage Site!

3 hours English Guided tours and free tours

Free cancellation

US$ 46.94

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Lisbon Day Trip

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3 travellers 3 travellers

Multiple destinations

Free cancellation

The Belém Tower, the Praça do Comércio, the Palace of Ajuda... On this trip to Lisbon, we'll visit the Portuguese capital and see its most famous sights.

4 hours English Day trip

Free cancellation

US$ 64.67

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Dolphin Watching in Cascais

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Cascais (15.2km), Portugal

Free cancellation

In this dolphin watching experience in Cascais, we'll take a boat ride along the coast of the town in search of the marine fauna of the Lisbon district.

2 hours English Adventure and nature

Free cancellation

US$ 67.80

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The Best Tours & Activities in Sintra

Sintra is a treasure trove of architectural and natural beauty. Just a short drive or train journey from Lisbon, enjoy Sintra's castles, gardens and striking views make it well worth a visit.

Visit Sintra from Lisbon

Sintra is located about 30 kilometres (18.5 miles) northwest of Lisbon, nestled in the wooded hills of the Sintra Mountains near the Atlantic coast. From Lisbon, this town is easily accessible by train from the capital, making it an ideal destination for a day trip.

Civitatis offers day trips to Sintra with transport and a guide included, as well as the Lisboa Card, which provides unlimited use of public transport and trains, including the ones to Sintra.

What to see in Sintra

The palaces of Sintra are undoubtedly the city's main attraction. Visit the Palacio Nacional da Pena, with its fairy-tale appearance, as well as the Quinta da Regaleira, with its castle and Gothic-style gardens. There are also many other palaces and monuments scattered around the city centre.

Sintra-Cascais Natural Park

A 20-minute drive outside of Sintra, you'll find Cascais. Sitting on the Atlantic, Cascais is a wonderful beach holiday destination. Between the two towns lies a large natural park, which you can explore on a hiking or biking tour!

Other attractions in Sintra that might interest you

Pena Palace Sintra National Palace Quinta da Regaleira