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.

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!

Loved every single pastry that the salesman picked out for me after i asked for his recommended selection ! I highly recommend this authentic bakery !! everything they sell is absolutely worth trying. The pastries are fresh, full of flavor, and you can really taste the tradition in every bite. What really stood out was the guy working there , he was helping so many tourists all by himself, even making the coffee too !! Honestly, I don’t understand how a place that busy and successful doesn’t have at least one more staff member to help him out on the takeaway section . It would definitely make the waiting time shorter. Unless, of course, keeping the line long is part of their strategy 😉 and honestly, with pastries that good, it might just be working! 😄

This is a place you don’t wanna miss out on your visit to Sintra. Situated in the bylanes of the historic centre, this place is heaven on earth. Travesserio pastry, their signature filled with Almond cream was exceptional. Thats what they are known for, they have options of apple and Nutella too. Their quiejadas, basically a cheese and cinnamon, well known in Sintra was also quite good

Didn’t have any issue getting a table. Most people are quick with their pastries and coffee so they can start their day of exploring so if there is a wait, it’s not long. Tried all 5 of the pastries at the too of the menu (known for) and their pastel de nata. My favorite was the travesseiro (pillow). The coffee is really good here.

Casa Piriquita is an essential culinary experience in Sintra, highly recommended for anyone visiting the historical town. With a legacy dating back to 1862, the focus is squarely on their famed signature sweet, the Travesseiro. The experience starts with queue management; visitors must collect a token to be served, and a waiting time is expected, especially during peak hours. However, the service staff are exceptionally fast and efficient once your number is called, minimizing the overall delay. The highlight, the Travesseiro, was served warm, which significantly enhanced the flavor and texture. This elongated puff pastry is flaky and utterly delicious, living up to its legendary status. Crucially, the pricing is extremely fair: pastries and cakes are priced around €2.00, providing excellent value for a high-quality, authentic Portuguese sweet. Verdict: Despite the required wait, the high quality of the warm Travesseiro and the fair pricing make Casa Piriquita an absolute must-visit for a true taste of Sintra.

We took away their pastel de nata and pastel de sintra. Their pastel de nata was really good! Flaky crunchy crust. The egg custard wasn’t overly sweet and had a great balance of flavour. Not too oozy and not too set..perfect texture! We preferred this over the pastel De nata from Belem!

This was hands down the best pastry shop I’ve ever visited! The traditional pastries were freshly baked all day long, and you could really taste the difference. We arrived around 13:20 and were lucky to grab the very last table because it was so busy. Our waitress was incredibly kind—she explained each specialty in detail and even made sure to point out which ones weren’t suitable for food allergies. We tried four different pastries: 1. Travesseiro da Casa Piriquita 2. Pastel da Cruz Alta da Casa Piriquita 3. Pastel de Sintra da Casa Piriquita 4. Noz Dourada da Casa Piriquita My friend’s number one was the Travesseiro, while mine was the Pastel da Cruz Alta. Each pastry had its own unique taste—flaky, chewy, and full of flavor—so I’d honestly recommend trying them all and finding your own favorite! If you’re planning to visit Sintra, a stop at Casa Piriquita is an absolute must. You simply can’t leave it off your itinerary. If I could give them 10 stars, I absolutely would!

The sandwich I ordered was genuinely excellent, fresh, and well-made. However, the experience was ruined when I found a mosquito floating in my orange juice while enjoying my pastel de nata. This was highly disappointing and a major hygiene oversight. To their credit, the staff immediately replaced the drink, which was good service recovery. Despite the nice sandwich, the incident was too off-putting to ignore. Overall: Good food, but serious issues with attention to detail and hygiene on the beverages.

We visited here as part of the quinta de regaleira visit. Stood in line for 30 minutes to buy tickets and then had to wait for 70 minutes to get in. Then another line of around 45 minutes to see the well and walk down the steps. Its not very impressive. Its a dry well with steps going down. There is a tunnel to go through to get out. The tunnel was more interesting!!

Even if you buy tickets online for a specific time slot, you wait in line at the entrance to the area. However, the times are kept a little early. There is a crazy queue at the well itself, in which you also pass through the well itself. At the bottom of the well there are artificially dug caves, where the crowds of people somehow disperse. The extent of the caves is fascinating. There is a nice restaurant in the area with a sufficient offer and seating under the treetops with a view of Quinta da Regaleira.

So much history. The Mason story very interesting. The stairs were easy to use because you only have to go down.

Must visit attraction. I was very surprised that you don’t actually have to walk the same steps down but you go out through the tunnel at the bottom. There is also a waterfall when you get to an end of a tunnel. I highly recommend buying tickets in advance.

Really enjoyed it and it is very reminiscent of medieval times although only built on 1800's. The whole Pena Palace estate gardens are wonderful and 'mysterious'

Beautiful empty well where you descend via circular stairs with nine levels. If you believe the legends and the magic surrounding it, and allow yourself to immerse in that atmosphere, it’s a wonderful place. But the long queue of tourists in front and behind you tends to push you out of it quickly. If you’re lucky enough to be alone, or with less people, it’s a completely different experience.

Beautiful architecture in a wider location with a good cafe. You could spend half a day or all day here alone visiting all the sights!

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.

Good food for a touristy price. We had a cod on bread, tomato salad and a beef steak in a traditional Portuguese bun. It was ok, not ground breaking nor amazing, just ok food. Sangria was great. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. If you’re looking to grab something to eat in a very tourist spot that is not tight and has some air movement and not looking for a gourmet meal - it’s your place.

We stopped by after wandering Sintra and were warmly welcomed by the staff. She quickly recommended and provided a Sagres for my husband and a sangria for me. We decided to share a few dishes, including the garlic shrimp, roasted chorizo, and beef pica pau, and enjoyed them immensely. Highly recommend dining here when visiting Sintra!

We had our lunch here after visiting Pena Palace. The staff was friendly and even let us charge our phone inside. The food was great—definitely a nice spot to relax after the tour.

Delicious small plates, excellent food! Very good sangria. Perfect spot to stop and get a quick bite to eat. Also they have plenty of inside seating with multiple levels of seating.

In the menu they claim to serve tapas but that is not even close to tapas food. That is big portion food advertised as beeing tapas. More than that, we did not even like the chorizo, it was not cooked well, was very very fat and did not smell good at all. The french fries were dry and overcooked. Drinks were not great not terrible, we had sangria that was just ok. The only good thing about this place is the staff which was quick to find us a table and also attentive and welcoming.

Really decent local eatery, typical Portuguese food, loved the sardines on toast. Friendly staff and good service. A little expensive for what it is but a good night out nonetheless.

Had an excellent meal here! Must order the octopus lagareiro and codfish loin. Sangria was excellent as well.

Amazing food and atmosphere! If you’re in Sintra, it’s a must try. My personal favourite was the octopus blades which comes with grid shallots as garnish and it tasted amazing. My other fav was the pro cheeks and it was so tender and juicy! If what we had at dinner is any indication, I’m sure the rest of the menu is also amazing!

Efficient services. Lots of tapa to choose from. We enjoyed the food. The sausage is a bit too salty. The potatoes wedges are flavoured and are served with mayonnaise and ketchup. The mayonnaise is good. The seafood salad has shrimp, octopus and mussels. The octopus is well cooked and we love the texture. Good to recharge ourselves after visiting the Quinta da Regaleira.

WOW!!! I wish I had come here for lunch every day. It’s an amazing menu, incredible service, great concept, and all absolutely delicious. I had prawns, cod fritters, apple and toffee dessert, and port wine. I cant recommend this place enough.

Amazing tapas! One of the best highlights of my trip to Lisbon. Great flavours and variety. To expect a queue at peak hours but it’s worth the wait. The port tonic was delicious! Their octopus, calamari, wings were good. Pumpkin petit gateux dessert is a must with their cheese ice cream.

Great place to have lunch in sintra. The food was all pretty good, we particularly enjoyed the prawns and the sangria. Staff were able to help me find gluten free options

Despite being located in a prime tourist spot, Tascantiga served some impressive tapas. The wait can be long (up to an hour) during peak season, but we were lucky to wait only 10 minutes for a table. Their table turnaround time is quick because the food comes out pretty fast. This is a great place to get lunch during a day trip to Sintra and Pena Palace.

One word. DELICIOUS. We ordered 4 dishes and the sangria. All were so yummy!!! The staff who looked after us (I am so sorry, I didn’t ask for a name), was so lovely and even gave us great recommendations. She even checked in regularly!

Food and service were decent. We managed to find a table at a time when the restaurant was full, and it was raining outside. The seafood soup was delicious 😋 FYI - It's more expensive to order soda than beer. It seems to be a trend across touristy restaurants. So if you prefer beer, order one instead of soda. Cheers 🥂 Finally, when in Portugal, try to learn some basic Portuguese words. It goes a long way. Waiters will be more receptive 😉

The alheira caça was pretty good but the fries were soggy and bland. The restaurant is ok, I'm sure there are better ones around but this one in particular is honestly 50/50

Solid dinner experience. Portuguese style food - well executed. Was weirdly quiet in Sintra that evening so restaurant could have used some quiet background music. We both enjoyed our dinners. Good value for money.

My husband and I had read some good reviews of the food. We went into a virtually empty restaurant. Waiter asked do you have a reservation? He looked mad when we said "no". He sat us down and did not seem really happy to answer questions. I ordered the Tiger shrimp with salad and french fries. It came with ONE SINGLE SHRIMP filleted on a single leaf of lettuce, 1 slice of tomato and cold fries all for 22 euros! My husband had a cod dish that he did enjoy. We asked about desert and he said "no desert" and ushered all 3 other patrons out the door. He was warching a soccer game the whole time. Bill was 68 Euros total. Save your time and money, find a McDonalds instead😡

This was a nice place to sit down and eat. We got the traditional steak and Portuguese game sausage paired with some red wine. Both dishes hit the spot. The waiter was really friendly and a bit of a hoot.

Ordered their grilled octopus, cod fritters and tomato salad for lunch, all came with no seasoning/taste at all. Tomato salad was simply just tomatoes and cut raw onion and grilled octopus was cold and didn’t seem well prepared. Do not recommend coming here if you want a pleasant dining experience. Got mild food poisoning afterwards as well.

I recommend it! A great place that we found by chance in a small alley next to the Palacio Nacional da Sintra. The setting - a very cozy typical small Portuguese restaurant. The food - the salads and main courses were delicious, but the dessert was definitely the "wow". We ordered a homemade walnut tart. He was great. The service - I give 5 stars because there is no 6. The waiter was exceptional. He spoke Portuguese, Spanish, French and English. He was constantly joking with the guests or himself and making everyone laugh. Like a psychologist, he managed to bring the visitors closer together and it became a very pleasant atmosphere. When he found out it was my birthday, he immediately brought and lit a candle and made everyone sing. Unique!

The charcoal red wine aged beef entrecôte is medium rare. It is so flavourful after aged. The marbled piece is tender and juicy. The cooking was just right. It is so easy to over cook entrecôte as it is thin. Really loved this dish. The monkfish blacking pudding rice was tasty. The rice is fully cooked with the flavour of all other Ingredients. It is not as oily as paella and it is not as starchy as risotto. It is well done. Other dishes are good too especially the “Caça” Croquette. The Shrimp Madagascar has a small portion. The ingredients are good and fresh. It is classic and also a bit lacklustre given how the other dishes were presented. Excellent service. The server is very patient, knowledgeable, tentative and friendly. He has kindly offered a list of recommendations on things to do in our next stop in porto.

We had a truly memorable dinner at Arola during our stay at Penha Longa Resort, for few times. The view alone is worth the visit — wide glass windows offer a stunning panorama of the forested hills. The atmosphere is upscale but relaxed, making it a great place for a special evening without feeling overly formal. But, on our most recent visit, we did feel that the service was not quite as sharp and polished as it used to be — hopefully just a temporary dip. We sincerely hope it returns to its former level, as the overall experience deserves it.

What can I say about Arola except OMG? Arola is chef Sergi Arola’s restaurant in the Ritz Carlton at Penha Longa resort in Sintra. Arola shares a kitchen with Lab which is a Michelin star restaurant. We are pescatarians and the chef and sommelier worked with us to put together our dinners. The food is modern Portuguese. Photos are attached. The food is magical.

Spectacular restaurant with epic food and amazing service. We were greeted with such kind service and immediately felt 'at home' and it kept on going from there. The staff were very accomodating for little ones among us too, which I especially appreciated. This is not the Michelin starred restaurant but it shares a kitchen with it and the quality of food is very high. It's so difficult to do simple dishes great, and that's exactly what they do here. Amazing ingredients turn into delicious dishes - octopus, seafood pizza, jamon... All really good!

Had an enjoyable lunch here with my wife. As an entre we ordered Cod bites topped with aioli and lemon jelly, unfortunately there were many bones in one of the Cod bites. But delicious otherwise and well created. For the main we had Portuguese style Seabass and Lobster rice. The seabass was delicious with perfect texture and flavour. The seafood theme goes well with the interior of the restaurant and reflects the creative ability of Arola. The Lobster rice, was THE BEST rice I have ever had, and as an Asian, rice is important to me. As soon as I took a bite I was melting away with love. Highly recommend!! Overall great experience. I would advise more product knowledge training to the staffs, one staff also accidentally spilled water on the table from pouring and did not return to clean it despite him spilling the water, I expected a bit better in this aspect from a restaurant with ties to the Michelin star.

I liked so much. I've been there for engagement diner of my son. Food we had delicious, atmosphere and stuff so patient, friendly and so cool. We came very late, nobody said nothing, no stress, no panic all under controll. Special respect for manager Joao. His face and voice so calm (and handsome 🙈) Thanks for made that evening stressfree and very tasty. Greetings from Berlin.

A very good restaurant! Always a pleasure eating there after some Golf or even in between. Their club sandwiches recipe should be protected by UNESCO. Ana and Paulo that are in charge since years of ensuring the client's satisfaction are always doing a fantastic service and I have been going there since 20 years.

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 ✨

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...

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.

A small hidden spot away from the center, with a few tables outside, more for beer and snack lovers. We ordered two juices, two sardine sandwiches, and one pork sandwich. Everything is prepared on the spot, very fresh. The bread in one of the sandwiches was a bit underbaked, but everything else was fine, with nice prices.

While in Sintra, I searched for craft beer and this place came up. Oh was it worth it. Some nice selection of beers (I chose the coconut IPA) which had a nice but light hint of coconut and a nice hoppy taste. We ordered the bacon, sauted onion and goat cheese flat bread which smelt incredible and was delightful. We also chose the pulled pork stuffed bun with pickles (both items were cooked in a wood fire and were extremely tasty for a nice snack with a brew. I would recommend this place and would surely go back. Bon appetite from 🇨🇦

Cool, relaxing place to try local superb craft beer, along with tasty filled bread (at your choice for the options) Good music and attentive, nice staff to make it all good for you. Incredible landscape to enjoy outdoors :)))

A pleasant surprise in Sintra, a hundred meters away from the mainstream, tourist packed places. Nice selection of local beers and delicious freshly made food - unusual but good choice of music :)

★★★★★ An Absolute Gem in Sintra! Unique Brews & Killer Food. Wow, what an incredible find! Villa Craft Beer and Bread is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates truly unique craft beer. The star of the show is their local Sintra brew. This isn't your standard lineup—each beer is a creative masterpiece. I got to try the Blueberry Sour, which was tart, refreshing, and bursting with real fruit flavour. The Basil Blond Ale was a revelation; herbaceous, smooth, and unlike anything I've ever tasted. And the IPA with Black Tea? Absolutely genius. It had the hoppy punch you expect, balanced with a subtle, earthy complexity from the tea. Every single craft beer is a unique taste adventure. But it doesn't stop there! The food is equally amazing. Their bread is incredible (as the name promises), and the pizza is an absolute killer. The perfect crispy base with fantastic toppings. I also have to shout out the vibe. It feels super cosy and inviting, but it's actually deceptively spacious inside. It's the perfect place to settle in for a few hours. Cannot recommend this place highly enough. A top-tier experience! Not forgetting the great friendly service of the staff ! They make you feel very comfortable and has the patience to introduce you their beer

I stopped here because they were playing sisters of mercy. I tried all 3 IPAs on the menu, all very good. I had the sardine bread which was delicious. The service is great and friendly and very fast - and everybody speaks English, so if your Portuguese is horrible, don’t worry. Nice view from the cosy terrace as well.

The best beer and snacks you will ever find are a short walk down from the bus stop down ‘calcada do pelourihno’. I had the pao com Morcella and it was the best thing I’ve eaten on my Portugal vacation. We also had pao com chorizo and cheddar and that was so good. The Morcella is bread based; which is harder to find. The beer is delicious too, they have about 10 beers on tap, they are all really really good. If you are in Sintra then you need to come here.

A fantastic little restaurant that serves traditional Portugese cuisine. We came in for a very late dinner but the servers were still very friendly. Interior was warm and rustic and very cozy. We got couple tapas and a main dish to share. My favourite was the whole fried squid which was hot and fried to perfection. The puff pastry and goat cheese and ham was also very tasty and I would recommend you get multiple because you only get one per order. The shrimp curry was good but I think there are much better options in terms of the main course. Overall I would recommend this place if you’re ever in Sintra!

Found this place as we were walking in beautiful Sintra. We were warmly welcomed and started looking into the menu. The place is charming and the reviews seemed really good, however I left the restaurant a bit disappointed. After getting our meals, no one came to check how things were. I got the grilled Octopus and it was okay, nothing good or bad to say, it tasted okay. If you order that just make sure you don’t eat the piece of toasted bread.. it’s a deco. I asked the waitress about it when I left since it was rock hard and she explained it wasn’t meant to be eaten.

We were exhausted going in so our dinner experience was a little short. I got what was called grilled pork belly, but it was definitely fried. Still delicious if a little bit salty. The black sausage bread pudding was what we would call stuffing and was bland enough to leave untouched. She got what was called slow cooked pork but I would bet it was beef, deep dark brown and delicious and also labeled 'cheeks'on the invoice. We can eat anything, but if you have restrictions be very careful here. Service was average, ambience basic.

Thinking about this experience it wasn’t about the experience at all. It was about putting fuel in our body. But sadly, I didn’t even feel like I got fueled. We ordered the ham and cheese plate, which was weak in serving and impressing us. Then we order the pork in puff pastry. That was even more disappointing. They were tiny round bites that were dry. Overall, the service was kind and I don’t have anything bad to say about them. But the food was not enjoyable and I would not go back.

After a day of hiking and sightseeing we were looking for a nice restaurant. We found this place which offered great service and amazing food. The atmosphere there was very cozy. Best Port wine sauce we had in the region. The meat was cooked perfectly. And the desert was equally good. A definite recommendation for your stay in Sintra.

Finally delicious food in Portugal, (after traveling about 2490 km), a real salad that included, among other things, enough tomato and cucumber, soft and fresh bread, excellent wine, cheap prices, great service, and even honesty,,, they refunded me 50 euros that I gave by mistake (too much). An excellent culinary experience for a cheap price.

Excellent food at an affordable price in a cozy setting. We were lucky to find this small place that's off the main roadand away from the crowds. We shared some small plates of local cheese, sausage, vegetable soup, and pork belly. Each was excellent. We would have come back for entrees if we had the time. There are only six tables inside but they do have an outdoor waiting area where they'll serve you drinks.

Best lunch deal in Sintra In a super touristic city, this free buffet is the best option for “on a budget” travelers. The food is good and the whole deal, including drinks and dessert, makes it the best value you can get in the touristic center. If you’re traveling in group, even better. Each ones makes their own plate and everyone is happy. Highly recommended.

We had the €15 buffet. They had lots of dessert, choices, and many meat choices as well. They had different kinds of sausages, some pork and some other meats. There was also a pasta dish and rice. there was also a large salad bar to choose from and other kinds of small salads. It included a drink and my family enjoyed it.

Food was everything good!!! But restaurant looks very empty. €15 for buffet and 1 drink. Very affordable price. Underrated…

Food could be a bit more variate, but still it tastes amazing! The desserts are really good. The lady that served us was very nice and helpful all the time! Great cheap place to eat.

€15,- all in buffet, including wine/beer/softdrink/water. Price -quality very good. Even pasta was not overcooked, fresh saladbar. Great deserts. Once again, great value for the €15,-. Friendly staff.

Probably the most cost efficient meal in the area including a drink. I do wish there was additional hot Portuguese dishes but it is good as it is.

I like the food, cod fish, pork chops, verious salads, desert ( cheese cake was good, not too sweet) fresh oranges. It's good value comparing nearby restaurants. Even include one drink, I had a glass of red wine. 13 eur per person. Highly recommend.