Castle of the Moors

The Castle of the Moors was classified as a National Monument in 1910 and it also forms part of the Sintra Cultural Landscape classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site in 1995. It soars 412 m above sea level and looms high above the surrounding forest.  The 10th-century Moorish castle’s dizzying ramparts stretch across the mountain ridges and past moss-clad boulders the size of small buses. The best walking route here from Sintra-Vila is not along the main road but the quicker, partly off-road route via Rua Marechal Saldanha. The steep trail is around 2 km, but quiet and rewarding.  Once you reach the castle, the views over Sintra’s palace-dotted hill, across to the glittering Atlantic are breathtaking. Along the walkways, you can admire the unique landscape that in the foreground features Sintra town and its town hall, the Palace of Pena and the hills. In the background, admire the extensive plain running northwards and the Atlantic Ocean.

Four kilometers from Sintra’s historic center is the unique Monserrate Palace, located in the center of a beautiful 30-hectare park. The Park and Palace of Monserrate were included in the Cultural Landscape of Sintra, which was been classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site in 1995. The 19th-century castle is known not only for its unique Moorish-Gothic-Indian style architecture but also for its surrounding gardens.  Over the years, the gardens have welcomed plant species from all over the world. In the various gardens, you will find surprisingly contrasting scenery, from tree ferns from Australia and New Zealand, to agaves and yuccas from Mexico. Seek out the Himalayan rhododendron and the bamboo-fringed Japanese garden abloom with camellias. Enjoy a stroll along the paths and discover ruins, lakes and waterfalls. 

Explore the Moorish Castle in Sintra at your own pace with an e-ticket and a self-guided audio tour on your smartphone. Visit the fascinating castle at your leisure, without having to abide by large group tour schedules or long waiting lines. Receive your entry ticket by email, download the app and the audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit, and travel back in time to experience the glory of one of Sintra’s main attractions, the magnificent Moorish Castle. Put on your headphones and discover the breathtaking Moorish Castle, the Royal Tower, the Second Circle of Walls, and the Castle’s breathtaking treasures through the power of storytelling. Learn historical facts and uncover uncommon stories and anecdotes.

Enjoy and travel with the greatest safety and speed of public transport in Sintra. We are the official transport of Sintra with buses every 5 minutes. With this product, travel and visit in safety and comfort all the palaces and castles in Sintra, from Pena Palace, Moorish Castle, Regaleira Palace, Monserrate Palace and many others. With this ticket, you can travel for 24 hours without stopping, and you can use it whenever you want and as many times as you want. The real Hop On Hop Off of Sintra. This product gives you access to bus lines 434 and 435 in Sintra. Come with us and enjoy the most beautiful village in Europe.

Experience the Moorish Castle and the Quinta da Regaleira, at your own pace with two e-tickets and two audio tours, and a fascinating self-guided walking audio tour of the city of Sintra on your smartphone. Receive your ticket by email, download the app and the audio tours on your phone, prior to your visit, and travel back in time to to experience the grandeur of Sintra, from the city’s unique mysteries and stories to its dazzling Castle and Palaces. Put on your headphones and discover the Castle Keep, the Royal Tower and the Aquarium through the power of storytelling and historical information and uncommon stories and anecdotes from the past. It is also your chance to explore Sintra with a self-guided city walking tour on your phone and immerse yourself in the beauty of its stories. The content of the tours is the result of in-depth research, distilled into brief original stories that will make your visit both engaging and informative. The audio tours can be used repeatedly and at any time, before or after your visit. This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into the enchanting scenery and cultural richness of Sintra, and relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way.

Experience the Moorish Castle in Sintra at your own pace with an e-ticket and a fascinating self-guided audio tour on your smartphone. Visit the fascinating castle at your leisure, without having to abide by large group tour schedules or long waiting lines. Receive your ticket by email, download the app and the audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit, and travel back in time to experience the glory of one of Sintra’s main attractions, the magnificent Moorish Castle. Put on your headphones and discover the breathtaking Castle Keep, the Royal Tower, the Second Circle of Walls, and the Castle’s breathtaking treasures through the power of storytelling. Learn historical facts and uncommon stories and anecdotes for this spectacular attraction of Sintra. Leaving knowing you've gained valuable insights into one of Sintra’s main and most well-known attractions, the Moorish Castle, and relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way.

Explore Sinta, a forested enclave of palaces and estates that seem plucked straight from a fairy tale, on a full-day private tour from Lisbon, Cascais, or Sintra. Upgrade to include visits to Pena Palace with skip-the-line entry tickets. Begin the tour with pickup from your location of choice, then head to Sintra with your private guide. Upon arrival, prepare to marvel at the natural and architectural wonders in a small village that's also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the village with your guide and receive recommendations about the best places to visit and where to taste the local sweet "Travesseiro," if you wish. Learn about kings, queens, legends, and Portuguese culture from your guide. If you choose the Skip-The-Line you can Take a guided visit to the spectacular Pena Palace, Sintra's magical and romantic centerpiece. Then, choose 2 of the following 5 attractions to discover afterward: • Quinta da Regaleira • Monserrate Palace • Sintra National Palace • Mouros Castle • Queluz Palace After exploring Sintra's wonders, enjoy a relaxing journey through Cabo da Roca — the westernmost point in continental Europe — and the coastal splendor of Cascais. The tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel in your chosen starting location.

Be picked up from your accommodation in Lisbon, Almada, Costa de Caparica or Cascais and hop aboard a climate-controlled car to begin your private guided tour. Relax on the scenic drive to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Sintra. Appreciate the exterior architecture of the National Palace of Sintra. Walk around with Guide and get the opportunity to know about the historical Town centre. Guide knows all those spots to take good pictures. Walk through the town centre to discover first castle called Quinta da Regaleira, it is a quinta located near the historic centre of Sintra, Portugal. It is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO within the "Cultural Landscape of Sintra". Along with the other palaces in the area such as the Quinta do Relógio, Pena, Monserrate and Seteais palaces, it is considered one of the principal tourist attractions of Sintra. Admire the Gothic carvings , Neo-Manueline, on the outside of the Quinta da Regaleira castle. The property consists of a Romantic palace and chapel, and a luxurious park that features lakes, grottoes, wells, benches, fountains, and a vast array of exquisite constructions. The palace is also known as "The Palace of Monteiro the Millionaire", which is based on the nickname of its best known former owner, António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro. The palace was designed by the Italian architect Luigi Manini. And then.. Pass by some of the most renowned pastry shops in the city, whose most iconic products is the delicious tart-like queijadas de Sintra. And then you will go to visit, The Pena Palace (Portuguese: Palácio da Pena) is a Romanticist castle in São Pedro de Penaferrim, in the municipality of Sintra, on the Portuguese Riviera. The castle stands on the top of a hill in the Sintra Mountains above the town of Sintra, and on a clear day it can be easily seen from Lisbon and much of its metropolitan area. It is a national monument and constitutes one of the major expressions of 19th-century Romanticism in the world. The palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal. It is also used for state occasions by the President of the Portuguese Republic and other government officials. After admiring the exterior architecture of the palace, the next stop is at another unique monument, the Castelo dos Mouros. A large stone arch presides over the main entrance to the Moorish castle bearing an inscription that hints at Sintra's past. End your private tour of Sintra with a view of place announcing Cabo da Roca as the westernmost point of continental Europe. Cabo de roca hás breathtaking views , mountains, we say end of Europe . Or fishing village Cascais and hell's mouth called Boca de Inferno. Return to your accommodation in Lisbon at the end of your tour with a deeper understanding of makes Sintra so charming. Please Note: Guide will explain the History in English also Information Booklet available in German, French, Italian & Spanish languages.

Escape Lisbon and go on a full-day, hosted journey to some of Portugal’s most popular attractions. Stop at the Pena Palace, Sintra Village with the possibility of a self guided tour in Regaleira Estate, or Sintra National Palace or Biester Palace, then view Cabo da Roca, from Guincho beach and Cascais. Sintra is a Unesco World Heritage site with incredible Romanticist architecture, historic estates and villas, and royal palaces and castles. Enjoy time to be guided through Pena Palace, self guide to visit Regaleira Estate and see the great views over Sintra Park and Mountains Cabo da Roca is the westernmost point of continental Europe, and soak in the impressive views of the ocean, we'll be stopping in Guincho beach to see it all. Cascais is an elegant seaside resort town on the Portuguese Riviera.

Explore stunning locations, breathtaking viewpoints, and historical landmarks, while savoring local sweets and meeting the people who bring Sintra to life. The journey will be marked by unforgettable moments, with the opportunity to learn about the rich local history and culture, and discover traditions that make Sintra truly special. From strolling through lush gardens to visiting majestic palaces, each step will be a new discovery. By the end of the day, you won’t just have visited a place, but will have experienced a transformative adventure that will stay with you forever. Take home the memories of Sintra and the desire to return for even more exploration. Book now and let us show you the magic of this romantic village in a way you never imagined! *We offer several purchasing options to suit your preferences. **Pick up and drop off at the designated locations! Take note: The visit to the interiors of the palaces is self-guided. If you wish to have someone accompany you during the visit, please inform us so that we can arrange it for an additional cost. At all other locations, our guide will be with you, showing you all points of interest and providing the historical context of every corner of this town! The plan is simple, Let's do it! 1 - Moorish Castle (Pass by) 2 - Pena Park and National Palace of Pena 3 - Historic Center 4 - National Palace of Sintra 5 - Sabuga Fountain + Moorish Fountain 6 - Quinta da Regaleira 7 - Hotel Seteais 8 - Monserrate Park and Palace (Pass by) Note: You must choose two monuments to visit inside during the tour