Things to Do in Sintra
10 curated spots from Sintra itineraries
Activities & Attractions
5 curated experiences
Castle of the Moors (Castelo dos Mouros)
Walk along the stone ramparts of the medieval Moorish fortress, classified as a National Monument and part of Sintra’s UNESCO Cultural Landscape, with panoramic views over Sintra and the Atlantic.[3][4]
2h · $12-18 per person
Pena Palace and Park (Parque e Palácio Nacional da Pena)
Explore the exuberant 19th‑century Romanticist palace and surrounding park, known for vivid colors, eclectic architecture, and extensive gardens with hundreds of tree species.[2][3]
2h 30m · $20-30 per person
Quinta da Regaleira
Visit the neo‑Gothic palace and mysterious gardens featuring the famous Initiation Well, tunnels, grottoes, and symbolic architecture, all part of Sintra’s UNESCO cultural landscape.[1][2][4]
2h 30m · $15-25 per person
Sintra Historic Center Shopping Stroll
Wander cobbled lanes around Praça da República and nearby streets, browsing boutiques, handicraft shops, and souvenir stores while enjoying the old‑town ambiance.[1][7][8]
1h 30m · Free (shopping extra)
Sintra National Palace (Palácio Nacional de Sintra)
Explore the former royal residence with distinctive twin chimneys, richly decorated rooms, and notable azulejo tile panels in the center of town.[1][8]
1h 30m · $12-18 per personRestaurants & Food
5 local favorites
Cafe Saudade
Charming café near Sintra train station with good coffee, toasts, and pastries; try a pastel de nata and a hearty tosta mista.
1h · $10-18 per person
Casa Piriquita
Historic bakery in the old town famous for travesseiros and queijadas; grab pastries and a coffee between sightseeing stops.
30m · $6-10 per person
Colares Velho Restaurant
Traditional restaurant in the village of Colares offering local dishes and regional wines; try a meat or fish main and a glass of Colares DOC wine.
1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Nau Palatina
Cozy restaurant near the center serving Portuguese dishes with generous portions; consider sharing petiscos (small plates) and a seafood main.[8]
1h 15m · $20-30 per person
Restaurante Metamorphosis
Casual, well‑reviewed spot near the historic center serving Portuguese staples; order grilled fish or a bifinho (steak) and share a carafe of local wine.[8]
1h 30m · $20-35 per person