8 hour(s)
English
Included
Enjoy free time in Sintra’s Historic Centre for lunch or independent exploration
Discover the dramatic cliffs and stunning ocean views at Cape Roca
See the golden sand dunes and natural beauty of Guincho Beach
Explore the charming seaside town of Cascais and its vibrant bay
€ 80
€ 73.60
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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Step into a fairytale landscape where majestic palaces, medieval castles, and lush green forests come together in perfect harmony on this full-day tour of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Portugal’s stunning coastline. Begin in Sintra, wandering cobbled medieval streets and exploring romantic palaces and exotic gardens, including a guided visit to the iconic Pena Palace with its colorful towers and richly decorated interiors, a true symbol of 19th-century Romanticism. Along the way, admire other remarkable sites such as the Sintra National Palace, Seteais Palace, Monserrate Palace, and the mysterious Quinta da Regaleira. Enjoy free time in Sintra’s Historic Centre to relax over lunch or explore at your own pace before continuing across the scenic countryside to the wild Atlantic coast. Stop at Cape Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, to take in breathtaking ocean views from dramatic cliffs, then visit Guincho Beach with its golden sand dunes and untamed beauty. The tour concludes in the elegant seaside town of Cascais, where you can stroll along charming streets or relax by the waterfront, before returning to Lisbon along the beautiful Estoril Coast with its sparkling beaches and stunning Atlantic vistas.
Ticket to park, terraces and chapel of Pena Palace
Air-conditioned vehicle
WiFi on board
Private transportation
Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off
All insurance required by Portuguese law
Lunch
Entrance tickets to additional monuments
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Bottle of water
Not wheelchair accessible
Languages available in English, Portuguese and Spanish
Wear comfortable shoes and jacket
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Some people told me it's not that good, but I think it depends on the weather. It was a good day so I really enjoyed it. However there is no point using the shuttle bus if you are worrying about the "30 minutes walk". It didn't take us 30 minutes. I am collecting tile patterns in this trip and it full of beautiful tiles!
The Pena Palace is absolutely stunning! I chose to visit only the exterior since our guide mentioned that the interior is quite narrow — apparently, the corridors are about as tight as a bus aisle. It’s definitely a must-see when visiting Lisbon and Sintra. Tip: buy your ticket in advance — you get a small discount. If you’re planning to see the inside, be prepared for long queues. To get there, you can either hike up the mountain trail (around 40 minutes) or buy the hop-on-hop-off bus ticket (~€13.5) which is valid all day for Sintra’s attractions. There are also tuk-tuks, but I’ve heard there are lots of scams, so I’d personally avoid them. I took a Bolt/Uber instead — it cost me only about €6 to reach the top. From the palace entrance, there’s still a 15-minute uphill walk to the palace itself, but you can take their shuttle bus for €4.5 if you prefer. I walked up and enjoyed the beautiful scenery all the way. On the way down, I also chose to walk — the forest and park surrounding the palace are absolutely magical. When I return to Portugal, I’ll definitely spend 2–3 full days in Sintra just exploring all the castles hidden in the forest — they’re true hidden gems!
Nice place to visit if you are in the area (Sintra, Cascais, Lisbon). To be honest the castle inside is not something that you havent seen before and not that great so if you dont want to pay the extra you can just buy the park ticket and you will still be able to visit the castle from outside. I highly advice buying tickets in advance and be at least 30 minutes early if you buy the ticket for the castle with fixed time for entry.
Following the advice online we only purchased garden tickets and had a really lovely day out. We got the train from Lisbon, walked up the hill from the station (which was tough but fun) and entered the gardens. Walking around the palace was a bit crowded but not too overwhelming, and walking around the gardens we were often alone and it was quiet. So quiet in fact a fire salamander came out to say hello to us. You can also find lots of mushrooms if you look closely. But there aren’t too many exciting plants or flowers. There is a small cafe where we could get a vegan seitan sandwich. There are also vending machines at the entrance but be weary as these took payment but gave no item, still waiting to see if I will get refunded here. We also overheard they served coffee with no actual coffee, only milk. So perhaps plan ahead and take a packed lunch. It seems they sell hundreds of tickets per session to enter the castle and the queues are long, but the gardens are recommended for exploring at your own pace.
The structure is amazing. It is a combination of romanticism, moorish, and gothic architecture. Going inside the rooms Was ok, but not necessary. There is very little customer service in the park. Be aware, you cannot drive to the top. It is illegal. You should park at the bottom of the hill and take a ride up. This is an issue. Well worth the visit, the communication leading up to the visit wasn’t clear.
