The 29 best parks and gardens in Sintra

A nice monument, the visit of which means several lines of waiting and a considerable number of people. We bought tickets online for a specific time that was still available. You need to buy at least 1-2 days in advance if you want a specific time. We took a tuk-tuk to the palace and it was a nice ride with a short commentary on what we passed and a recommendation on which exit to take from the garden. We went back by HOP-ON HOP-OFF bus No. 434 for 13.5 EUR. We took advantage of the shuttle bus offer from the entrance gate of the complex to the castle. According to the time slot on the ticket, you join a queue and essentially complete the entire tour of the castle in this queue. As Central Europeans, I am used to a different form of commented tours of monuments, but I understand that this is not feasible with such a large number of people. I will not comment on the exterior or interior of the palace, because there are thousands of photos for that. However, the extensive park situated in the hills is beautiful. The network of paths and paths is breathtaking and there is always something to admire. We kept walking downhill to the exit by the pond with the Duck House along the path marked by the castle tower. There was a bus stop at the exit.

Loved the experience of visiting this place from Lisbon. Great architecture. Must visit when in Sintra. Views from the top are majestic, probably on a clear day, the sunset would be perfect. Recommend buying tickets in advance 3 days to get extra 15% off. Please plan your travel and accordingly book

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.

Certainly chilly weather at the palace compared to Lisbon. Dress warm. Take the shuttle transfer ticket as well along with the ticket since the palace is about 30 minute uphill walk from the entrance. After seeing lot of places, chose to see only the exterior. Took about 2 hours from start to finish.

Great place (even better on a blue sky day) Colors are interesting, even inside is not luxurious, we enjoy the cozy vibes of the place. And if you are an Instagrammer there are good points and views for pictures. TRANSPORTATION 1st Recommendation: take a Tuk-tuk (golf car), even it is 20.euro per person We went up walking, and half way, we still have at least 30.mins more way up. TICKETS it seems the tickets are slightly more expensive online, but at the machines at the entrance you have a slot, and you might end up waiting 1 hour or more. FOOD there is a cafeteria, inside (a couple of tables with view and less crowded) Outside, it is nice too, and gets a little busier on a sunny day.

Amazing place and viewpoint. Buy ticket in advance or go with a random GetYourGuide tour to pass the lines. It's alot of people at the scene! You can visit only the exterior or the interior as well (separate line). There's a cafe and shop at the top.

We visited Pena Palace in September and it was a great time to go, far less crowded than summer, with short, fast-moving lines. The views from the palace are absolutely stunning and the atmosphere is full of friendly, welcoming people. Going with a tour is definitely the way to do it. We booked with Buendía Tours that left from Rossio Square, and our guides, Miguel and Victoria were outstanding: knowledgeable, organized and engaging. The tour was very kid-friendly, and even families with babies had no issues. Highly recommended for a smooth and memorable visit.

One of the most impressive Botanic gardens I've ever visited. Very amazing rare trees, monkey puzzle tree for example and a redwood sequoia. And many others. Also huge ferns. And they have an amazing collection of cacti. I also recommend to use zoomguide to get to know the park better while you walk there. The castle in itself is tiny, but it's all worth it, it really made me think of the Alhambra

Beautiful place. If you want to have fun exploring a palace/house without the mass amounts of tourists like Pena Palace, this is your place. Beautiful gardens to hike through. Signs are lacking a little on the garden trail, we ended up a service road heading down to the next village. If you want to walk directly to the Palace, veer right once you walk through the entrance after a couple 100 feet.

This was definitely a highlight of our trip to Lisbon. It is an absolutely stunning building with a beautifully intricate decor, not particularly large but very grand all the same. The gardens were absolutely beautiful. Anyone who is keen gardener or just loves gardens then this is an absolute treat. There was no queue to get in and we were so glad to bypass the Pena Palace which had hoards of people queueing. I highly recommend a visit.

Not the most popular sight in Sintra but we enjoyed this the most. Perhaps because it was not as crowded as the more popular sights. we got to enjoy the gardens especially and the exterior of the house. Took the public bus 1253 from Quinta da Regaliera, less than 10 minutes away in a mini-bus that blasted away Mamma Mia and the whole bus singing to it. What a trip!Bought tickets onsite as we weren’t sure we would make it in time. Definitely worth a visit.

Beautiful palace, it is a nice construction, tgat has been nicely restored, but the interior is rather empty (they want to recover the items that once were inside but those were sold in auction years ago, thus it may be quite difficult). The surroundings of the palace are also beautiful for a walk. I went myself a with my mother 77 years old, and she had some struggles walking around the park. The path is steep at some points, with plenty of stairs. Walkable for a normal person, but difficult for those with reduced mobility. Some areas may also be slippery. She fell once, and luckily she didn’t hurt herself, but it is something that people should take into account. Definitely the park is not visitable with wheel chair, although the lower part of the palace could be accessed. Inside the park there is a tea shop to sit and relax. The park itself gathers plants from many different parts of the world, very beautiful to see. Also mindblowing how plants can grow when left in nature. Finally, I would say it is worth getting an uber from Sintra, as we did this on the way there, and it costed 8€. On the way back we took the bus that goes slower (also very full!) and we paid 5€ x person (this was after 16h, I heard that if you take it before during the day, the cost is 13,5€, but then you can hop on and hop off at the different stops. This was informed in our accommodation). I would recommend the visit.

🏛️🌿🇲🇽📸 Visiting the Monserrate was an unforgettable experience and easily my favorite historical site in all of Portugal. The self-guided tour was incredibly well organized, complete with an audio program and fascinating archival photos showing the original state of the mansion. The gardens are absolutely stunning, with plant species from all over the world. As a Mexican, I especially appreciated the beautifully curated Mexican garden — the size of the cacti and other plants was genuinely impressive. I highly recommend prioritizing this over other nearby attractions. There’s plenty of parking available, but do keep in mind that Sundays are free for Portuguese residents, so it might get busy. I visited on a rainy Saturday, waited a bit in the car for the weather to clear, and ended up having the entire mansion to myself. Did you find this review helpful? ❤️

We enjoyed this visit the most from all castles in Sintra. Not so many ppl, big and beautiful park, palace is beautiful and special! We suggest to stop here if you want to visit without million ppl and queues…

Very interesting place! But in our case it was incredibly crowded... But its a cool place too visit! Lots of different types of architecture. It will take 1,5-2 hours normally, but if its very crowded then 2-3 hours. The walk is quite steep, take that into account, to have a decent endurance.

We decided to walk to the palace to see it up close and enjoy the views. We went as far as we could without waiting in line to go inside. We felt the view and walk was worth the price of the ticket. €9 for seniors. While many people bought the double ticket we were ok doing the outside trip. The traffic the las several kM was crazy in mid Obtober. Near the entrance gate there is a shuttle bus for anyone who wants to avoid a steep walk.Bathrooms at gate and gift shop.

This palace is nice, many rooms and areas to visit and views form the balconies and gardens of the hills and another castles in Sintra. A lot of history to be told here and a nice walk through all the facilities. Nonetheless, I take out 1 star for the elevated price, in my opinion too much for what is has to offer. They take advantage of tourists and it is clearly overpriced. Another star out because several rooms had all the items (furniture, statues paintings) covered in plastic for restoration, but they did not mention this at the entrance and all the same charge full price in the ticket. Shame on them.

A royal residence that feels both grand and lived-in. The National Palace of Sintra blends centuries of Portuguese history with Moorish, Gothic, and Manueline architecture, all crowned by its iconic twin chimneys. Inside, richly decorated halls, intricate tilework, and panoramic views reveal the taste and power of Portugal’s monarchs, while the kitchens and living quarters hint at daily life in another era. Compact enough to explore in 1–2 hours, yet full of fascinating details, it’s a perfect starting point before diving into Sintra’s other palaces and gardens.

After visiting the PenaPalace we were not expecting much from this. But it was so interesting and gorgeous! It is totally worth a visit and is rather an unsung attraction that others should participate in.

Wow factors and some meh. Still worth the visit. The palace is a bit empty in furnitures so the rooms need a bit of imagination. I would've liked to know more when each part of the palace was built or added. Big plus for moving and storytelling characters in screens. Gardens are pretty and the main hall was amazing.

A marvel not to be passed up. Wear comfortable shoes and be ready to be blown away...driving is a bit of a challenge as roads are steep and winding and free parking is available and can be limited on weekends due to large crowds. Plenty of taxis in area if not driving....just beautiful...

Simply breathtaking! History at every step. 100% worth a visit. The price is very reasonable for the size of the entire area you can walk through! Subtle modern finishes. Toilets at every step - modern and clean. Beautiful, decent cafe - no waiting. Prices very reasonable. Completely satisfied!

While it's not as large as some of the other palaces, the grounds are beautiful and full of things to explore such as caves, towers, waterfalls, viewpoints, and side trails. Also it's walking distance from historic center, which makes it a convenient visit. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would highly recommend.

The gardens and palace are mad! I loved the atmosphere, very Hobbitesque. Weather wasn’t great but that just made all the vegetation more luscious. It was my favourite part of Sintra, better than the Pena Palace in my opinion

Great place to visit. Be aware no parking. You can park down the street at the Charming Purple boutique hotel. You don't have to pay but you need to spend at least 5 euro for anything in theirs restaurant. Great place for food. They have a shuttle to the castle for 6 euro per person there and back. They can take you to the National Palace of Pena. Amazing place cost is around 30euro per family. We'll worth it.

Beautiful palace with a really interesting garden to explore. Worth the visit and take your time exploring. Don't rush it so you can enjoy all the little Hidden paths and caves

Gorgeous and unmissable ... if every palace in Sintra had a title, Quinta da Regaleira would surely be the most mystical. Easily accessible on foot from the town center, this palace, though relatively small, is so richly decorated that it almost resembles a theatrical set. Its architecture stands out in the Sintra landscape. Built at the beginning of the 20th century in the purest Romantic tradition, it is the brainchild of two men: the businessman and Freemason António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro and the Italian architect Luigi Manini. Quinta da Regaleira is brimming with esoteric symbolism and references to mythology, alchemy, and Freemasonry. Indeed, Carvalho Monteiro was a man fascinated by mysticism and the occult sciences. The interior is a jewel of craftsmanship, from floor to ceiling, but the most interesting feature is actually the garden. Designed as a labyrinth of caves and secret passages, each path leads to an unexpected discovery, much to the delight of the curious. One of the most impressive is the "Initiation Well," a 27-meter-deep spiral staircase descending to an underground cavern. This well was once used for initiation rituals, symbolizing the descent into the depths of consciousness and spiritual rebirth. Quite an experience ! After exploring the bowels of the earth, climb back up to the top of the Regaleira Tower; a superb view awaits you !

I first came across this spiral staircase on Instagram and instantly added it to my must-visit list 🌀 Seeing it in person was even better than I imagined — it completely gave off those Gothic architecture vibes I love so much. The dramatic curves, the shadows, and the intricate design details were just mesmerizing. I had the best experience exploring the place, taking my time to admire the craftsmanship and the atmosphere around it. It’s one of those hidden corners that truly feels like stepping into a piece of art — mysterious, elegant, and a little cinematic. If you’re a fan of architecture and aesthetic spots, this one’s a gem worth visiting. I can totally see why it’s become such a viral spot online — it’s even more magical in real life ✨

It was a very cool experience being able to visit this castle. Breathtaking views and well preserved ruins. However, we did bring our toddler and there were some parts where I felt a little unsafe because he could fall off a wall or I could fall easily while holding him

Excellent hike with excellent views. One of the oldest and rarest intact castle in Europe. There are multiple ways to the top. You can hike or you can take a car. Hike is faster and cheaper but make sure you bring your camera and a bottle of water.

Be prepared for a hard climb. Don't trust taxi and tuk-tuk drivers. You'll still have to walk up; it's impossible to drive up. Visit only in good weather; rain will make it incredibly slippery, and clouds will prevent you from seeing the stunning views of Sintra and the surrounding area. Many other castles and palaces in the Sintra area are also visible from here. Stunning!😍 During the season, it's better to buy tickets in advance, but carefully calculate the time; the climb may take longer than you expect, and if you buy a timed ticket, you won't make it in time.

Worth visiting if you travel to Sintra. Can be quite energy demanding as there are lots of stairs and can be quite steep. Recommend to take transport to and away from the spot. We arrive in the afternoon and no need to wait.

Getting here was a bit complicated. Google maps made it complicated and we walked up from our parking spot. We did see tuktuks coming down but not sure how to go up. We drove here since it did take 40 mins instead of 2 hours by train from Lisbon. We bought our tickets in advance online. But you can. Purchase them near the entrance. The climb can be intense but 100% recommend for the views and history. Just make sure you're wearing shoes with good grip in the event it rains or the fog comes in. Some areas, the ground can be uneven, so make sure to watch where you are walking. Some castle walkways can be narrow and there can be a risk of falling. I do recommend some sort of railing. This can be difficult without ruining the experience. I do recommend checking in with the public to see what works best before implementation. Loved it. Would come again. Thank you for the experience!

Be warned, you need a certain level of fitness since it’s a hike. Loads of stairs and walking. But reaching the top made it all worth while! The view was breathtaking and no words could better describe. Buy tickets at least 3 days in advance for a 15% discount

Amazing panoramic views of Sintra and Pena Palace ! But be prepared: it’s a lot of walking and stairs, with uneven paths and steep sections. If you love history and don’t mind a workout, you’ll enjoy it. Bring comfy shoes and some water!

It's one of the best areas for holidays in Portugal, with beaches, mountains, lovely villages and being close to Guincho, Cascais and Lisbon. Just perfect!

Sintra whispers secrets on the wind. Imagine a place where fairytale palaces, like Pena's vibrant dreamscape, perch atop emerald hills. Mist curls around ancient castles, revealing glimpses of Portugal's royal past. Wander through Quinta da Regaleira's enigmatic gardens, where hidden wells and symbolic grottos ignite the imagination. Sintra isn't just a place; it's an experience – a sensory feast of colors, textures, and scents. It's a romantic escape, a place where history and fantasy intertwine, leaving you breathless with wonder ✨

This was a great experience. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable about the history. We enjoyed it so much. It was beautiful 🤩!

Amazing place. Take the walk to the castle, you will not regret it. I don’t recommend being driven to the castle as you will miss a lot of the experience. Breathtaking views and nature.

Cute place. Nice to walking around and have a lot places to go

Wonderfully place at the very west end point of Europe at the ocean

Beautiful place, must see the when in Portugal.

Really neat building, but it's a pretty long hike from the main palace. The bark decoration is pretty spectacular. It's not clear whether it's possible to go inside; we got there quite late in the day, the doors were locked, and there was no one else around.

Beautiful but we were harassed by the guard due to not carrying our tickets. Such a stupid rule. As if people can sneak into this park.

Absolutely worth visiting and make the 30 min hike through the beautiful garden.

A definite must if you are in the Sintra area. Easily accessible by train from Lisbon. Gorgeous surrounding in nature. Lovely walking area amongst trees and plants. The house has such an enchanted atmosphere. I am so happy I incorporated the viewing of the chalet as part of the palace visit / walk

Very charming chalet with some interesting history, furniture and items on display. It's roughly a 25 minute walk from Palacio do Pena and worth the scenic stroll through the park

Everything is made by wood. Amazing place . It fun to learn history with this places!

After visiting the palace I recommend visiting also the Chalet da Condessa D’Edla ( the acces is included in the entrance ticket for the Park and National Palace of Pena) From the Pena Palace go down through the garden, on the left side,to the west, to the lakes area, 5 min walk. There you’ll find another gate. From here you can go 900 m walk to the Chalet. I recommend the walk because it is an amazing paved path through the forest and you can see very cool views of the Palacio da Pena. The Chalet reopened to the public after a long process of recovery and restoration after the building was destroyed by fire in 1999. Is a must because you can see interesting and unique cork decorations.

Steep climb but really nice! Definitely recommend climbing this route to the national palace rather than riding up. (Though I went late in the afternoon and it started raining so I grabbed a jeep ride (5E) for the trip down.) Great views and beautiful nature! There are some surprising vending machine spots, maybe just for drinks, but I enjoyed eating bread and cheese and a clementine I brought.

Villa Sassetti is one of the very few sights that are free in Sintra. Lovely gardens with lots of shade, several koi ponds, and a few towers; the top one has adjacent public FREE and clean toilets. One of the easier paths to/from Pena Palace passes through here.

The villa is a striking example of Lombard Romanesque architecture, distinguished by its red terracotta tones and signature round tower. Inspired by northern Italian castles, the villa was built in the late 19th century as a summer retreat for wealthy businessman Victor Carlos Sassetti. The design was entrusted to Luigi Manini. The surrounding gardens feature winding paths, ornamental waterways, small waterfalls, and tranquil ponds, offering visitors a peaceful escape amidst nature.

Villa like villa but this garden though! One of the greenest and nicest gardens I've ever seen

Easy trail up to the beautiful villa 🏰🌱 You don't need much time to visit.

A beautiful villa in the hills with nice trails surrounding it. Not much to do here tho, just briefly visiting it.

Small attraction on the way up to Mouros. You can get here by foot, but some people buy the ride package for 15 (up) + 10 (down). If you are not very fitness oriented it might be better to go for paid transport as it is a lot of hiking uphill and some streets are very narrow with tons of traffic. The hiking is actually not bad. They say it takes an hour but I did it in 25 minutes with a brief 3 minute stop halfway up. There are some paths with smooth ramps, stairs, but someways are really not handicap friendly… There are maps and signs everywhere to lead you around. There are ramps but would not quality this place as handicap friendly. Beautiful sights and spacious site but not necessarily something kids might enjoy as it’s more about the history and the art. No pets allowed. Bathrooms available within w short distance. Free. Cats on site, friendly.

Portugal offers lots of opportunities to be close to nature. This time, we decided to explore Sintra with company called Greentrekker for a Sunday walk in the nature reserve. We saw enchanted forest with big stone formations, best views of the valley and ocean, and even visited centuries old woman monastery. Our guide was amazing, passionate about nature, environment and I really loved it. We saw lots of people doing trail running and cycling. Amazing place

Best view in Sintra. Worth visiting

You can reach this place through the most beautiful hiking trails crossing through deep forest, magic little ponds and panoramic high ground. This is, in fact. the mountain of Sintra plunging into the ocean, at the westernmost point of Europe, where Cape of Roca meets the sea. In the area there is a colony of semi-wild horses brought here from the northern tip of Portugal. They are "garranos", a very resistant type of mountain small horse acting like natural bush cleaners and thus helping to prevent the ignition of wild fires. Commanding 360 views from the top.

Best views ive seen in my life. It takes a lot of time to get up (by car only) but it is definetely worth the time. Very windy and cold

hiking from Cascais, great experience and breathtaking views

This is a great view point from the western edge of the Sintra mountain about 30 min drive from major Sights. If you like 180 and 360 views this is the place. It can get windy so keep that in mind. Pick a sunny day and you wiling regret it.

Stunning views in all directions. Fun to explore with exterior staircases wrapping around structures and conforming to bedrock. Not "open" = no problem!

Buy tickets ahead of time or plan to get a ticket then hike or drive somewhere rise and come back. 5:30 ticket with place closing at 6 dues not give enough time if it want to take your time or read about stuff.

Impressive place to visit but too many people during touristic season. Visit as soon as it opens. Not worth paying extra for bus ride up hill 450m unless you have reduced mobility.

So overcrowded it's completely spoilt. You have to wait in line for 30+ minutes even for your 'time slot' with about 500 other people in there at the same time. You are herded through without time to view properly or take photos. There are so many people, photos are almost impossible anyway. There are many other palaces in the Lisboa region far superior and far less crowded.

If you're hiking up and someone tries to pick you up, make sure you understand the cost up front and just say no even if they try to manipulate you into getting into their vehicle. Some driver mislead us and then wanted 30 euro (35.16$) for a 7 minute ride. He then tried to get us arrested for not giving into his scheme. Just a terrible experience that tainted the whole exhibit for us. We ended up giving him 20 euro so he could leave us alone. Listen to your gut if someone offers you something in this area. From what we've seen, they're not really trying to help you, but take from you.

You're dropped by taxi/bus in the middle of nowhere to wait in half an hour long queues,just to buy tickets.When you eventually make it to the top of the queue, you'll find out that you have to wait another 3.5hrs to get into the palaces if you decide to buy a ticket. There was nowhere a sign to indicate waiting time!We had to get another tuk tuk ride to the bottom of the hill as waiting this long wasn't an option and walking downhill for an hour also wasn't an option because of safety. This place is a tourist hell and you should avoid it by any means otherwise you are going to drop money on taxis/tuk tuks to get nowhere,see nothing and waste your precious holiday!Terrible waste of time.

Woeful lack of visitor information. Website is even worse. It’s the only attraction that offers a shuttle bus that does not take you to the actual destination. In short, take pictures from a distance and don’t let these cowboys rip you off.

The service Is quite good. What is bad are all the buses and aggressive taxi and tuk tuk drivers. Busses stay on, filling the place with smoke and noise, while you are in line to pay for your entrance ticket. And they keep honking while the drives stay around smoking and polluting the air. I’m am really hoping the palace is worth this stress!

One of the attractions within Pena Park is the High Cross and viewpoint (Miradouro da Cruz Alta) situated at 528 metres above sea level. There is a walking path leading through the park to the north of Pena Palace that leads to an outcrop of boulders for which a Manueline patterned cross stands. From here there are very good views of the surrounding area as well. According to information panel near Cruz Alta, the first cross was constructed and placed here in 1522 by order of King Joao III. King Ferdinand II installed a new cross with a Manueline style cross, like the one you see today. This was eventually destroyed by lighting strike in 1997 and replaced by a replica by the Parques de Sintra in 2008.

Great viewpoint where you can see the Palacio. The way is pathed until the last few steps up to the cross - but nothing too hard or too dangerous. On a sunny day you can see the coastline.

This location on Google Maps is wrong. The real cruz alta is further east and has more reviews.

Wrong location

The logaritm is 1300m Wrong

It's wrong location!

Incorrect location

One of the interesting things to see within Pena Park is Estatua do Guerreiro (Warrior Statue) which is situated upon a wooded boulder crop just above the pathway that runs beside Mesa da Rainha (Queen's Table). It is just a few minutes walk northwest from Pena Palace if you are interested in viewing the monument. This is a bronze statue of a Medieval Warrior standing with spear and shield with an image of a caravel. The monument is the work of Portuguese sculptor Ernesto Rusconi (1848) and is supposed to represent King Ferdinand II who stands as the eternal guardian. Unfortunately, there is no official walking trail that leads up close to the Warrior Statue, like what you will find with the High Cross and Viewpoint further north. However, just beside the Queen's Table, there are windows in the trees where you can see the statue fairly clearly from down below.

Nice statue and monument. The path is not a hike but a rock climbing so prepare yourself for it if you would like to visit it from closure

Nice setting and sculpture. Could not hike up to the actual base.

The palace is lovely and make sure to explore the town. If I were to do it over again I’d book a guide. It took us three hours to get there and the timed tickets are very strict.

Cloudy forest :-)

Interesting worth a look it's beside the Palace.

If you have plenty of time and want to hike, it is worth a walk, but nothing impressive. Go instead to Catherine's Heights to see the Queen's chair and the wonderful view of the palace from across the arroyo.

Parque das Merendas in Sintra, Portugal, is a charming and picturesque recreational area nestled in the lush, green landscape that Sintra is famous for. Known for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, this park is a popular spot for both locals and tourists looking to enjoy a peaceful day outdoors. The park is surrounded by the stunning natural scenery of Sintra, including dense forests, rolling hills, and the iconic Sintra Mountains. It’s a great place to relax and enjoy the fresh air. As the name suggests ("Merendas" means "picnics" in Portuguese), the park is designed for outdoor dining. It features picnic tables, benches, and shaded areas, making it perfect for family gatherings or a casual meal in nature. There are walking trails that allow visitors to take a leisurely stroll through the park and its surroundings. These paths are ideal for enjoying the natural beauty of Sintra. Parque das Merendas is conveniently located near some of Sintra’s most famous landmarks, such as the Moorish Castle (Castelo dos Mouros) and the Pena Palace (Palácio da Pena). This makes it a great spot to take a break while exploring the area. The park is less crowded than some of Sintra’s more famous tourist spots, offering a quiet and serene environment for relaxation. Depending on where you are in the park, you may be able to enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, forests, and even glimpses of the Atlantic Ocean in the distance.

🌳 Beautiful surroundings with plenty of shade from tall trees – ideal for a peaceful break in nature. 🧺 Clean picnic tables and well-maintained facilities make it great for enjoying a meal outdoors. 🚶‍♂️ Lovely walking paths nearby for a post-lunch stroll and some fresh air. 🚗 Easy parking and convenient access – no stress getting there. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Whether you're with family, friends, or on a cozy date, it's a wonderful place to unwind and connect with nature!

For me this is a perfect way of getting up and down to the palace and fortress. On the way there are many different stops, remains from the walls, and arches. Some dirt-paths are not drawn into the map, but they should almost always lead to somewhere from where you can safely continue the walk.

A lovely park with picnic area and a few hiking trails, some art works in between.

From here there is a path to Ticket Office of the Moorish Castle

Absolutely beautiful. Highly recommend going with a tour--we did an air bnb jeep "safari" and it was amazing!

Very nice place to go biking, hiking, walk or run. Beautiful place to spend a afternoon with your family or friends. Although this park doesn't have é nights benches or tables and it is very short indeed. You can have some beautiful landscape views from here and it is a very nice place to chill. If you're are into photography you can also get some nice photos here. Although there isn't anything else besides the short walk and the nice views. It can get very busy even in the winter and people tend to leave a lot of trash behind.

Well managed outdoor complex with a nice (and easy) walking trail. Recommended for a slow walk or easy bike ride. Some animals can be spotted through the trail, though not as many as there used to be, so it seems. Map and directions are found throughout the trail. Easy to access with any car, plus it has a huge & free parking space. The trail starts and ends at the same place & it took us about an 1.5-2hrs with some stops.

There are some easy trails to walk around, so going further to avoid the crowds and there are some tables and chairs that you can have lunch in the nature, very chilled

Very calm and beautiful place. This Quinta is a part of a huge space with 80km of trails. The Quinta itself has lot's of different areas: for trails, for picknick, areas with golds, horses, donkeys, vegetable fields, forest, lake etc. There are parking places. Even if you see many cars don't think that you will see many people inside. The territory is so big, that you don't meet many people on your way. There are toilets and a place where you can buy local tasty honey. And on the weekends there is a place with tasty burgers!

This place did not meet our expectations since there were very few animals( just some donkeys and the horses were inside the stable so the kids could not touch or see them). Also the vegetable farm was access Only on weekdays 9-12 and Saturdays 9-13 and closed on public holidays and sundays. There should be enough information on the site so that people like us don't need to return back with disappointment.

Amazing place to go with your childrens. You can see some animals (horses, chickens, donkeys, goat). You can do a picnic with an amazing view. And you can buy some vegetables and bread :D

About 20 min walking on trails until you get to donkeys and horses- another 5 to get to big garden where there are sheep too. But garden area only open 9-12 weekdays and 9-13 Saturdays closed Sunday

This place is one of my frequent hikes. It is very spacious therefore provides a good view of the Sintra mountain, Penha Longa, the sea and the skyline. The stables and farm animals make it rustic. Sometimes you hear the donkeys, which are very funny. My last trip was on an extremely chilly windy day. It turned out not as windy as I expected. They have cut down the giant eucalyptus tree by the road. I really miss them, though I am getting used to the open but beautiful view of the farm from the road. Some of the trails are being developed on the north foot of the hill. They will provide more choices of route for frequent hikers.

(Translated by Google) Private 5-star high security condominium, incredible sea view (Original) Condomínio privado 5 estrela de alta segurança, vista mar incrível

(Translated by Google) Quiet and cozy magical place (Original) Lugar mágico tranquilo e aconchego

(Translated by Google) Excellent location. Spectacular development. Wonderful view of the Guincho area. (Original) Excelente localização. Empreendimento espetacular. Vista maravilhosa para a zona do Guincho.

(Translated by Google) Great professional (Original) Otimo profissional

(Translated by Google) Condominium well organized, clean and apparently safe. Very windy. (Original) Condomínio bem organizado, limpo e aparentemente seguro. Muito ventoso.

(Translated by Google) We had a very nice meal here. Food was of good quality. (Original) We hebben hier erg lekker gegeten. Eten was van goede kwaliteit.

(Translated by Google) A spectacular location and a great restaurant! I highly recommend it. (Original) Uma localização espectacular e um restaurante é óptimo! Recomendo vivamente.

The Convent of the Capuchos, located in the Sintra Mountains, is a small 16th-century Franciscan monastery built by D. Álvaro de Castro, known for its simple architecture perfectly integrated into nature. Constructed among boulders and lined with cork, it reflects the Capuchin friars’ ideal of poverty and humility, who lived there in seclusion and contemplation. After the dissolution of the religious orders, it was abandoned and later restored, now managed by Parques de Sintra and open to the public. Its mystical atmosphere, the blend of stone, wood, and vegetation, and its profound silence make it one of Sintra’s most unique and inspiring sites, ideal for those seeking to capture the connection between spirituality and nature.

Such a magical place. We bought tickets for a night guided tour. It was amazing. It was beyond our expectations. Even to get there was an adventure.I think everyone owes this place a visit just to see monks humble lifestyle and their respect for the nature. Beautiful and sad at the same time. Guide Bertrand was very passionate and interesting. Highly recommended.

I almost hesitate to review because I don't want too many people to visit! It is truly a magical place, kept in wonderful shape. They put great effort into restoring and preserving the historical nature of the place.

Minimalist and mossy, this site is the opposite of palace grandeur. Low doorways and tiny cells tell the story better than any plaque. It’s quiet, shaded, and contemplative—one of Sintra’s few truly peaceful stops. Not flashy, but if you like places with atmosphere and restraint, it sticks with you.

Incredibly quiet, atmospheric and humble hermitage dating from 1560. The site is fed by natural springs and many of the tiny rooms, cells, stairs and narrow corridors used by the Capuchin Franciscans are excavated in the rock. A really beautiful place to visit and a must see!

It is breathtaking beautiful. A beautiful and peaceful place one created for prayer meditation to honor God so unlike your everyday convent evident by the humility in which, it is evident, the friars leaved! As you walk through the facolity you are transported to a different time, a period... a way of life different than ours. It is a place i recommend people definitely visit!

My favourite place in Portugal so far, admittedly only three days in. Incredibly atmospheric, set amongst moss covered boulders and trees in an isolated spot. It felt like a scene from a fantasy novel. Cork bark used for shutters, doors, frames, benches, boulders bulging out of walls. Remnant decorative features including a skull and Cross bones! A must visit.

It is an outdoor park, art museum of sorts, outdoor venue, which does not charge to enter. It is used for music events, srt shows, camping, school functions... It was pleasant to walk through and just take in the splendor of nature, the art exhibit, see kids enjoy a mini concert.....simply enjoy the outdoors

Couldn't get there very easily. Google gave us the wrong directions whiles hiking there. Eventually we found a different route. But it wasn't really worth the visit. It was quite boring. Not much to see there. The hike was cool. We saw a 🐍 snake. But I got very tired.

The palace is fully reconstructed and even despite the fact that it is a private property, you can enter there for free. There is a playground for children and a large park. During Halloween in Quinta we celebrate Samhain (festival). Sintra Fire Fest Type: event Price: 8 EUR Duration: 3 days Time: 6+ hours per day Path for disabled: available Street restaurants: available WC: available Parking: available, limited Bike parking: not available Public transport: bus 1248 / 1250 from Portela Train Station The festival includes: Historical shows / recreations Dances Live music (main concert - 1h) Fire show Live theatre Conversations about history, mythology, legends, etc.

A wonderfully picturesque place to go for a stroll or to just sit and contemplate.

Really relaxing, chilled space. Nice gardens, interesting buildings. Excellent toilet facilities. Outside gym for adults. Could do with some picnic tables. Lots of parking space although this is only the case if there is no event on.

I tried to walk there from Sintra station but half way there is no walking road just one for cars. Had to go back :(

📍 Quinta da Ribafria Of the imposing construction, the highlight is a 17th century tower that, according to legend, served “so that the owner of Ribafria could see Penha Verde, which belonged to him, as a descendant of the founder D. João de Castro” from there . At the west angle is the Ribafria shield carved in stone and in the gardens a large tank, in whose waters it is possible to see the facade of the building and a magnificent cistern, with a vast room with its ashlar vault supported by arches and columns of eternal solidity. Book now your Tuk-Tour around Sintra! ... Of the imposing construction, the highlight is a 17th century tower that, according to legend, served “so that the owner of Ribafria could see Penha Verde, which belonged to him, as a descendant of the founder D. João de Castro” from there. At the west angle is the Ribafria shield carved in stone and in the gardens a large tank, in whose waters it is possible to see the facade of the building and a magnificent cistern, with a vast room with its ashlar vault supported by arches and columns of eternal solidity. Book your Tuk-tuk tour through Sintra

Surprising pre-historical site well into one the most remote areas of Serra de Sintra. The access is not easy which makes for the protection of the site. Close to this spot you get yourself in the unusual and privileged position of seeing water both to your left and to your right (the ocean and the big estuary of the Tejo river before it reaches Lisbon) making you aware of being in the Lisbon Peninsula.

Unreachable. You park your car , walk uphill for 2 km, and there is no way to even get close to the site. I met many people on the trail, nobody could get near it. And they seem to be logging nearby.

It is a structure made up of several stones, between which there is a passage about 5 meters high. This passage may have served as a collective necropolis during the megalithic period. It is located at the top of a hill that dominates the landscape around Cabo da Roca and the vast region that extends to the north of the Serra de Sintra. The access can be done following the road after Peninha, a path to the right of the road will lead to the hilltop where Adrenunes is located. Easy access walking 15 minutes on that path. Marvelous 360° views of the Atlantic ocean, cabo da roca, pena palace and morrish castle. Recent excavations done there revealed human made foundations on the structure, but the Anta itself is a natural monument that probably was used due to its particular shape and location that overlooks the westernmost point of Europe (cabo da roca).

We visited on July 2025. We parked on a dirt road less than 1km from the site, since the gate was open. We saw some posts with red and yellow markers and then a sign for the anta, which gave us confidence we were on the right path. But then we missed the turn from the dirt road into the forested area. On Google maps, we could tell that we were going farther away. So, we turned back and barely saw a sign, which had been covered in vegetation. We poked around and found a trail about 0.3 km away as the crow flies. Only walkers (no bikes can get through), some downed trees, and the looped around it. Then we found it! Was cool.

Entrance: 38°46'34.1"N 9°27'47.2"W I would definitely use this path. Any other attempt would surely end in huge scratches on my legs and arms :) Its not easy to see by walking by.

There are better views from other places but its a coolmrock formation to see.

The trail was in bad shape after a recent storm downed many trees in the area. It was an adventure to hike there, and worth the visit.

Such a great place. You could be walking for hours. Greatly preserved, clean, quiet. Many paths to take, to or from the castles, old town, and other attractions. I would advise you have your own water as you would be needing it sooner rather than later. Such a good experience!

OMG definitely take time to wander and savor this place!! The views are spectacular! We were with a tour so we had a timeline. The schedule is the trade-off for being able to get ahead of the lines. And the lines were so long. I highly recommend using a tour service. Be aware that the last group to go in is something like 5:30pm

The palace gardens are vast, with mature, well-maintained plants that create a peaceful atmosphere. While more flowers would add a royal touch, it’s still worth exploring if you have time. Highlights include the duck house, the central greenhouse, and several charming paths. The signage is very helpful for navigating between points of interest, making the walk even more enjoyable

Surrounding the Palácio Nacional da Pena, the park is an expansive area of walking trails, dense forest, and romantic gardens. Together with the palace’s vivid colors and eclectic architecture, the park creates an enchanting, fairytale-like atmosphere. It was designed between 1839 and 1854 by Baron Wilhelm Ludwig von Eschwege, reflecting the ideals of 19th-century Portuguese Romanticism. Throughout the park, you'll find carefully curated landscapes, exotic plants, hidden pavilions, and scenic viewpoints—all intended to inspire wonder and harmony with nature.

Great walk up the hill to the Moorish Castle and the National Palace. However, this walk is not for the feint hearted. You will be exhausted at the top, but it is a fantastic walk.

We had great climb through park towards the Pena castle. All so rts of different trees and plants from all over the world. Nice and cool place which is convenient during hot days.

I’m not sure if waiting in line to enter the inside of the castle is worth it, but I’m certain everyone will love the beautiful hilly gardens and the stunning views of the Disney-like castle from outside. No line if you buy your ticket online for the outside part only.

Excellent mini park, on the outside there are machine for exercise, we all loved it, it was very sunny and empty the day we visited.

A real menace for young children. Urgent care needed regarding both the equipment and mainly the space itself. Extremely inappropriate hard pavement, wrong materials, rotten ropes in the toys and often unhygienic. Should be separated or at least encouraged that the teenagers and adults didn’t use it for leisure, in order to keep it clean and better kept. As for now, is full of litter, a real hazard for the kids. Some pigeon control is also needed in the area. Elder people keep wrongly feeding them and there’re days when it’s covered with their waste. Great park, high potential if invested in and conserved.

Could be better cared. Has a little playground for the kids a little ring for skating or playing football. The exercise equipment is useless a total wast of space and tax money only used by people who dont know anything about workingout.

Unkept and not particularly clean. The rough surface of the pavement is not great for small kids.

Lots of kids, very nice for everyone.

This Park is also full of drunk people

For child very good

Incredibly beautiful park with lots of trails and lots to see. I spent hours wandering around here and it was a pleasant escape from the crowds near the palace

Definitely worth a day trip to hike through this park amd find all the viewpoints and attractions and the palace ofcourse. Really refreshing and well mapped out. Definitely recommend getting the tickets in advance if you can, but there are also a bunch of automated ticket vending machines outside the main entrance(not the lake entrance) of the park and if you don't go at the same time as a tour bus, you can get the tickets pretty easily

The park is beautiful and well worth your time if you're already there for the Palace. The park grounds are so well maintained but also wild with so many great views of the surrounding landscape. We walked from sintra to the park entrance which was also a beautiful journey - very hard work but very worth it if you have the ability....I wouldn't have wanted to miss the views sat on a bus/tuk tuk.

Mixed feelings about this. The grounds are lovely but unkempt and in serious need of having some money spent on them. A pleasant walk up with some interesting sights. The castle/palace is pretty hideous from outside but the interiors are very interesting and worth seeing. Best with a guide to tell you the history. You can just go to the gardens. It is very crowded, even in November. The views are excellent. Overall it's worth it but there is a lot of climbing so it's not for the unfit. The chapel stained glass is amazing. It shows the chapel and if you zoom in on the stained glass window in the image you can see amazing detail. Small cafe and decent toilets.

Really beautiful park. We didn’t go inside the palace and are glad - the line wrapped around the exterior of the castle and you can walk around the castle and the grounds. Judging by the line I’d imagine it was extremely crowded inside. Beautiful peaceful forest. Download your tickets before you go because there isn’t service. If you’re driving, park at the chalet rather than the main entrance as there’s more free parking available. There are also buses but we didn’t take them so don’t know how they work. Overall very beautiful and scenic and was worth the trip for us. The walk took about 30-45 minutes depending on the route you take and there are bathrooms and a small cafeteria/restaurant in the castle.

A huge park with many beautiful little corners, it's full of paths to explore and sights to see. We booked our tickets in advance on the official website, paying €8.50 each. Later on, we entered the terraces of the Pena Palace through the park's grounds.

The Pena Palace is for sure the attraction you want to visit in Sintra but plan to spend some time in the surrounding park. It is really stunning with many beautiful things to see and in general it is so relaxing to walk around this beautiful nature. We ended up spending approximately 4 hours on the whole site including the visit to the Palace but we also wanted to check all the points of interest that are highlighted on the map within the park. This was hands down for me the best place I would suggest in Sintra. If you want to skip the Palace or you do not have enough time I would definitely suggest not to skip the park! As a last note, it is important to take into account the fact that walking around the park can be easy to moderately challenging depending on your level of fitness because there are a lot of ups and downs.

Typical Chinese shop with lots of goods, currently only partially opened due to Covid restrictions

(Translated by Google) Cheap prices and I usually find what I need. It's never crowded here and I can walk through the corridors in peace. (Original) Günstige Preise und ich finde meistens was ich brauche. Es ist nie voll hier und ich kann in Ruhe durch die Gänge gehen.

(Translated by Google) Wow, so many products, there's something for everyone (Original) Nossa, muitos productos, tem todo pra todo

(Translated by Google) Variety. Big store. Has everything (Original) Variedades. Loja grande. Tem tudo

(Translated by Google) Huge sales area for Chinese items, many of very good quality; it's just a matter of searching and evaluating. Very helpful in satisfying customers when looking for a particular product. Very good access with a large car park and spaces for people with disabilities. (Original) Enorme espaço de venda de artigos chineses, muitos com qualidade muito boa; é uma questão de procurar e avaliar. Muito colaborantes na satisfação do cliente na procura de determinado produto. Acesso muito bom com parque de estacionamento grande e lugares destinados a deficientes motores.

(Translated by Google) There are many options to buy, from furniture, clothing, shoes to student/office supplies, props, lighting, and almost everything related to plants and animals. Some options will be of high quality and original, others not so much. You need to take your time to select or know exactly what you want! (Original) Muitas opções de compra desde mobiliário, vestuário, sapatos a artigos para estudantes/escritório, adereços, iluminação, a quase tudo o que diz respeito a plantas e animais. Algumas opções serão de qualidade e originais outras nem tanto. É necessário ir com tempo para selecionar ou saber exatamente o que quer!

(Translated by Google) It has a wide variety of products. And it's one of the stores that I have to visit when I need something. (Original) Tem muita variedade de produtos. E uma das lojas, que quando preciso de alguma coisa, tenho que visitar

A great destination for a medium hike with nice accessible pathways and great views. Very little people

Me and my friends decided to have a picnic there today and nearly got killed. We settled on one of the rock patches for a good view and started eating. Then a man came up below us and started saying something in Portuguese, we ignored him. Then he started shouting at us in English saying things like: “I could hear you laughing from my car”, “do you not understand”. Then he climbed up to us and said “if you fell here, no one would help you” we assumed he was a park ranger and was going to tell us to eat somewhere not high up but then he said “I am stronger than you and have dogs with me, DO YOU NOT UNDERSTAND”. At that point we realized he was threatening us with violence but we were not certain why. We tried talking with him until he moved closer and it seemed like he was going to push one of my friends off the rock so I said that we will leave. On the way down his dogs stared us down and he kept looking at us as we left up until we got to our car. We were in shock and thus didn’t take a picture of his license plate. He had two German shepherds, a walking stick, a radio and house keys dangling from his neck. Please be careful as I believe he walks his dogs around this park quite often. If this happened to anyone please reply to this comment so that we can file a collective report to the police.

Gorgeous place! Nature is amazing 🥰

Beautiful view of cascais and sintra palace

Lovely place to hike

Exciting place, very comfortable and easy for trips with kids

Nice viewpoint over the coast. You can see the Guincho beach from here.

A bit of a downhill walk from the main palace leads to a beautiful sequence of lakes. Went in November— no crowds, just serenity. Worth it. Tip: take the 434 bus back from the gate instead of climbing back up on foot.

Incredible Valley of the lakes. Visiting here on a quiet late winters day meant the beuty of the lakes could be enjoyed in their peaceful serenity with such fun and folly structures and geese, ducks and Swabs enjoying the quiet natural space. I really like it here in this part of the Pena park. Stout shoes were worn as the route from Pena has some steeper parts. Really loved this.

A beautiful Park hidden away in the Middle of Sintra

This park is a great place for a relaxing walk. There are many shady trees and a variety of plants.

Parque da Liberdade (Liberdade Park) is public park located upon the slope just south of Volta do Cuche in the Historic Centre of Sintra. There are convenient entrances along Volta do Duche as well as another next to Palácio Valenças. You'll find paved walking paths and nicely landscaped grounds within Parque Liberdade. There are a few monument busts, shaded paths through light forest as well as a little duck pond area near the Volta do Duche entrance. Tennis court and sports grounds further up the slopes and near to R. Visc. de Monserrate as well. Overall, there will be much opportunity to spend time in palace park grounds during your stay so city park like Liberdade might be redundant for short visits to Sintra. But it is a nice little place for green space very near the city centre if needed.

Beautiful park but I saw someone who works here pee on a bench

Beautiful garden in Sintra. Allows relaxing walks through beautiful trees and flowers. If you visit Sintra it's a good walk to take.

Disgrace for this community-Closed on time when people wants to visit the Gardens during Christmas Holidays. They are not respecting the working schedule. This Beautiful Garden should be opened at all time. Big disappointment on authorities running this small community.

Lovely garden park with lots of vegetation and windy paths for a pleasant and beautiful stroll.