Top Things to do in Sintra Municipality
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The 10 Best Things to do Good for Couples in Sintra Municipality, Central Portugal
Discover the best top things to do in Sintra Municipality, Portugal including Quinta da Regaleira, Praia da ursa, Adega Viuva Gomes, LAS Tours Sintra, Wonder Van, Initiation Well, Casal Sta. Maria, Park and National Palace of Pena, Castelo dos Mouros, National Palace of Queluz.
Restaurants in Sintra Municipality
1. Quinta da Regaleira
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5.0 based on 13,313 reviews
Classified as World Heritage by UNESCO and built at the turn of the 20th century, this romantic architectural complex is comprised of a Palace, a Chapel, and gardens with grottos.
Reviewed By richardb552016 - London, United Kingdom
This palace is a must for anyone visiting Lisbon. Within easy reach by train and bus, the gardens are a delight with many follies, chapels, delightful views and what is called an Initiation Well which is an absolute must including stepping stones and looking through a waterfall amongst other attractions. The cafe affords a lovely outdoor seating area with views of the palace and gardens. The architecture of all of the buildings are magical in appearance. Allow at least 2 hours. The walk to the top of the garden area is fairly steep but worthwhile. Then it is all downhill from there!
2. Praia da ursa
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5.0 based on 521 reviews
Reviewed By 789stephend - Vancouver, Canada
I found Cabo da Roca to be beautiful and the ocean crashing against the cliffs. There are some hiking trails to explore, well worth the trip out here.
3. Adega Viuva Gomes
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Adega Viuva Gomes is located in Almocageme, Colares, on a 1808 building. Besides our wine passion, Enotourism is one of our main activities. Concerning vinic events, we offer wine tastes, wine courses, meals and a diversity of activities, such as botteling events for our visitors. The cellar can also host exhibitions, receptions and other especial events.
Reviewed By gkfld - Bergen, Norway
A great tour of a very good vinery - Diogo is the perfect host - not only talking about Colqares, but is very enthusiastic and informative of winw in Portugal as a whole. The tasting is generous and gives an insight of the different styles they make. A bit expensive at 20 Euros, but still very much recommended.
4. LAS Tours Sintra
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5.0 based on 767 reviews
LAS Tours is an Electric Car company, with audio-guided routes by GPS (in Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, German, Dutch and Italian), which will lead you to discover not only the Palácio da Vila, Quinta da Regaleira, Palácio de Seteais, Monserrate Park and Palace, Castelo dos Mouros, Gardens and Pena Palace, Convento dos Capuchos, Peninha, telling their legends, as well as taking you to see places that a normal vehicle does not even dream of going to. All this in an innovative way to entertain, inform and educate the tourist, in a spirit of adventure and fun.
5. Wonder Van
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5.0 based on 874 reviews
We are a licensed tourism agency based in Sintra that provides a wide variety of services with one common purpose: to offer our customers unforgettable moments with the best experience possible. We are a team with a young spirit, that takes pride in getting to Wonder through our home town every day, meeting new people and getting to show them all the reasons why we love our country. Our local guides know all the secrets about our region and take great pride in promoting and showing the real Portugal to other people in a genuine and passionate way. Together with the guaranteed fun you will have on board our cars, these are the best ingredients for a perfect experience and unforgettable moments with WonderVan.
6. Initiation Well
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5.0 based on 919 reviews
Reviewed By ericsE2241OU - Birr, Ireland
This well is a great place to visit as part of a tour of the Quinta da Regaleira. It is unique (in my experience), and of great interest if you are into the Knights Templar and similar groups. Look ot for the Knights Templar cross there
7. Casal Sta. Maria
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
Europe's westernmost vineyard in the region of Colares, Sintra - In between the magnificence of the Atlantic Ocean and the mystery of the Sintra Mountain. A one of a kind history that will change your perspective on life followed by a tasting of a very distinct portfolio of wines. Book your tour and tasting or visit our Wine Shop to get ahold of the Colares D.O.C. wines - coming from pre-phylloxera vineyards. We also organize tailored events according to your needs. Everyone is more than welcome to discover this treasure 30mins away from Lisbon.
Reviewed By paulie2097 - London, United Kingdom
What a pleasant and generous tour of Casal Sta.Maria. With our excellent and knowledgeable guide, Joao Ribas, the walk through the vineyards and view to the Atlantic was more than enough to give 5 stars. And then there were the wines. Complex and astounding for such a small family vineyard. Suffice to say I’ve bought quite a lot especially the late harvest (especially unusual for this area). If you want to experience a unique and unspoilt part of Portugal near Lisboa go to Casal Sta. Maria.
8. Park and National Palace of Pena
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4.5 based on 18,360 reviews
Reviewed By bluecarrot - Los Angeles, United States
While not as old as so many other sights in Portugal, this palace and its surrounding grounds are truly awe-inspiring! If youre able, plan to go on a day with good weather and spend the day hiking around the stunning grounds and through the hundreds of paths and trails that wind all through the wooded area at the base of the palace! Seeing the palace itself is also quite interesting, but, for me, the outside of it is more amazing than the inside. The remaining furniture inside comes from a number of different styles and periods and the detail and craftsmanship are some of the finest Ive ever seen but try to go through the inside of the palace before it gets crowded if you want to see anything at all! Sintra is an easy day trip from Lisbon and this palace and its grounds are the gem of that trip, its absolutely worth the time!!
9. Castelo dos Mouros
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4.5 based on 6,492 reviews
The Moorish Castle is a military fortification that bears witness to the Islamic presence in the region, and was probably constructed between the eighth and ninth centuries and later expanded after the Reconquista. Overlooking the town of Sintra, it served as a watchtower, guaranteeing the protection of Lisbon and its surroundings.
Reviewed By howardform
Everyone comes to Sintra for Pena Palace and frankly I liked the Moorish Castle alot more, its really cool. Be aware there is alot of walking up stairs and hill climbing , so you have to be in shape The views are amazing, you can get the best photos of the castle from the castle and you can also get great photos of Pena Palace from here as well It is less crowded than Pena Palace
10. National Palace of Queluz
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4.5 based on 1,402 reviews
Royal residence of two generations of monarchs, only fifteen minutes away from Lisbon, the National Palace of Queluz is intimately linked with significant figures in Portuguese history. Today it constitutes a major heritage site in Portuguese architecture and landscaping, and contains an important collection which reflects royal taste during the eighteenth and nineteenth century - from Baroque, through Rococo, to Neoclassicism.
Reviewed By Margo7850p
The Queluz National Palace is the residence of several Portuguese kings, such as D. Pedro III, his wife, Maria I and his son D. Pedro IV. It is a heritage in Portuguese architecture. Together with its historic gardens are one of the most unusual examples of the harmonious combination of landscape and palace architecture in Portugal.They illustrate the evolution of court style in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, during the Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassical periods.A beautiful garden and a beautiful palace.You can relax there .Very good for families with children. Has a cafeteria and toilet. It's very easy to park. It is absolutely worth visiting.
