Sintra is a fairytale town on the outskirts of Lisbon

🌙 Sintra, the Moon Hill

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sintra is a magical place where nature and history blend in perfect harmony. Romantic palaces, medieval castles, exotic gardens, and golden beaches make this town one of the most enchanting destinations in Portugal.

🕰️ One-Day Itinerary

Morning

• Stroll through the historic center and enjoy a traditional breakfast.

• Visit the National Palace of Sintra, with its iconic twin chimneys and interiors filled with azulejos.

• Wander the narrow streets and browse local shops.

• Explore the Quinta da Regaleira, with mysterious gardens and Masonic symbolism.

• Stop at the gardens of the Palace of Seteais, with views of the Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle, and the distant sea.

Lunch

• Choose a typical restaurant in town or enjoy a picnic at the Parque dos Castanheiros.

Afternoon

• Climb the hills to the Moorish Castle, a testimony of Islamic presence from the 8th century.

• Enter the Park and Palace of Pena, a romantic icon of Portugal.

• Visit the Chalet of the Countess of Edla.

• Taste the famous queijadas and travesseiros in local pastry shops.

And More…

• Monserrate Park and its exotic neo-Gothic palace.

• The austere Convent of Capuchos, lined with cork.

• The Archaeological Museum of São Miguel de Odrinhas, with artifacts over 2,000 years old.

• Classical music and ballet performances at the Sintra Festival (July/August).

• The National Palace of Queluz, with gardens and Lusitano horses.

🌊 Beaches and Nature

• Praia das Maçãs: perfect for sunbathing and swimming.

• Praia Grande: stage for surf and bodyboard competitions.

• Azenhas do Mar: cliffside village with a saltwater pool.

• Praia da Adraga: a hidden gem among cliffs.

• Cabo da Roca: “where the land ends and the sea begins.”

• Sintra-Cascais Natural Park: trails, climbing, paragliding, and breathtaking landscapes.

🍷 Gastronomy

• Fresh fish and seafood, stews, and the famous Colares wines.

• Traditional sweets: queijadas, travesseiros, and morgados.

✨ Sintra is a destination that combines romance, adventure, and culture. Perfect for couples, families, or curious travelers, it is a place where every visit reveals new secrets.

And don’t forget: after so much activity, bring home some queijadas and travesseiros to enjoy during quiet moments, while resting and admiring the scenery.