Best Sintra day trip : Pena Palace, Regaleira, Clifs & Ocean

Neo-Manueline and Romantic Revival Palace from the late 19th century, featuring eclectic architecture and scenography designed by Luigi Manini, including the famous Initiation Well, the Waterfall, lakes, and labyrinthine grottoes, reflecting the unique perspective of its owner, Augusto Carvalho, a scholar of ancient languages, collector of rare books, sacred art, and much more!
Important note:
Please contact me in advance through Tripadviser or WhatsApp : + 351 91 595 2276, so i can help you by the tickets.
PS : The visit takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, but it may take longer as this is the second most visited monument in Sintra.

Important Note : During the high season (from May to October), the Guided visit of this Monument may not take place due to limited parking near the area. If you really want this Guided Tour, please contact me at least 5
days in advance so we can arrage the best time.

Join me to explore the historic center of Sintra, known as the most romantic town in Portugal, and visit the National Palace, its beautiful viewpoints, fountains, and Sintra’s exclusive pastries. Take the opportunity to try the famous “Ginginha”!
This is the part of the tour where you’ll have free time to relax and enjoy. If you wish to have lunch, I can recommend the best traditional restaurants. You can also visit the National Palace of Sintra, a palace with over 1,000 years of history.

Two incredible viewpoints at the Enlightenment Palace of Sintra, which is now a hotel offering a classic experience. From here, you’ll see Pena Palace from a unique perspective!

Palace and English Romantic Garden designed by James Knowles, commissioned by Francis Cook. This palace features the most exotic garden in Sintra, designed by William Stockdale. It is said that the Cook and Claflin couple hosted the most stylish parties of their time in Sintra.

If you appreciate plants, I invite you to visit this palace.

Please contact me to customize your Tour!

Magnificent palace designed by José Luis Monteiro, with interior decoration by several architects including Luigi Manini, featuring a tragic and mysterious history.

Wall dating back to the 9th century, built by the Moors, offering a 360 - degree view over Sintra, Lisbon, Cascais, and Mafra. Visit the Church of San Pedro DE Canaferim (free entry), now presented as an interpretation center showcasing elements of the old Islamic neighborhood and artifacts discovered during archaeological excavations between 2009 and 2013, revealing the presence of Neolithic civilization from the 5th millennium BC.

Note : If you wish to visit the wall, the tour lasts approximately one hour. Contact me for customize your tour.

Often compared to a “Disney Palace,” Pena Palace is the first Romantic-style palace in Europe, offering a journey through the five senses!

Born from a 16th-century monastery, it represents the dream of King Ferdinand II, the Artist King and Romanticism pioneer. Enchanted by the Sintra Mountains’ microclimate and granite rocks, he purchased the monastery in 1838 and rebuilt it as a palace, showcasing Hispano-Islamic, Indo-Islamic, and Manueline styles.

Important : Pena Palace is one of Portugal’s most visited monuments. To avoid crowds, please contact me through tripadviser or whatsapp + 351915952276, so i can help you buy the tickets for perfect timing.

Visit Options:

Full Ticket (Palace + Gardens) : €20 – Visit the Interior and Gardens
Link : Full Ticket (Palace + Gardens) : €20

Gardens, Terraces & Monastery : €10

Guided tour included.

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Discover Azenhas do Mar, a picturesque seaside village perched on the cliffs of Sintra. With breathtaking ocean views, whitewashed houses, and cascading terraces, it looks like a postcard come to life. Stroll through its charming streets, enjoy the local gastronomy, and capture stunning photos of the Atlantic coastline.

Visit Cabo DA Roca, the westernmost point of Europe, a protected landscape since 1995. Marvel at its dramatic cliffs, rugged rocks, and breathtaking ocean views. For the Romans who settled in Sintra until the 5th century, this was the edge of the known world, where land ended and only the vast Atlantic began. Enjoy the panoramic views, feel the Atlantic breeze, and capture unforgettable photos at this iconic Sintra landmark.

Discover Cascais, the Portuguese “Riviera,” a charming coastal town where noble families began spending their summers from the second half of the 19th century.

Important note : This stop is optional.
Visiting 2 Monuments means skipping Cascais — contact us to plan your perfect tour!