Sintra

Along Dusty Roads

One of the palace visits highlighted for a Sintra day trip. Buy tickets ahead to avoid the lengthy queues experienced by the author’s family.

Chasing the Donkey

The palace’s bright colors and fairy-tale appearance make it a standout Sintra attraction and an appealing family outing.

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Featured among the beautiful palaces that make Sintra worth rearranging a trip to visit.

Along Dusty Roads

An essential day trip for extravagant palaces, ancient castles, and unusual gardens. Arrive early and plan which attractions to visit rather than trying to fit everything into one day.

Chasing the Donkey

Explore a former royal summer residence, highlighted among Sintra’s most interesting palaces.

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Featured among the beautiful historic places to explore in this unusually sight-packed town.

Along Dusty Roads

A highlighted stop when planning a day exploring Sintra’s palaces and gardens. Advance tickets are strongly advised.

Chasing the Donkey

Recommended among Sintra’s most interesting estates for its Gothic character and distinctive atmosphere.

Chasing the Donkey

Mainland Europe’s westernmost point offers dramatic Atlantic cliffs, an eighteenth-century lighthouse, and a monument honoring Luís de Camões.

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Highlighted as an often-overlooked beauty among Sintra's impressive historic sights.

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One of the historic sights illustrating Sintra's rich heritage, from Moorish fortifications to later palaces.

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Highlighted alongside Sintra's castles and palaces as a beautiful place to visit.

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The author loved this grand golf resort's extensive grounds and rooftop infinity pool, and wished for more time to enjoy its facilities. The hotel bar's burgers and cocktails also impressed.

Along Dusty Roads

One of the excellent surf beaches accessible from Cascais, with conditions that vary according to the wind and swell.