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Sintra: Castle of the Moors Fast Track Ticket

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Sintra: Castle of the Moors Fast Track Ticket
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Distributor:GetYourGuide Tours & Tickets GmbH
4.5  / 51649 reviews

Explore the classic ruined castle established during the 9th century and built with fortified stone walls. Marvel at the wonderful panoramic views over the hills of the Serra De Sintra.

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This activity is non-refundable
Valid 1 day
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Wheelchair accessible
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Chloe – United Kingdom

It was beautiful, today was wonderful. The all up to the mountain is very well signed. Great trip and there is a cafeteria on site e

C
Chloe – United Kingdom

Experience

Highlights

  • Explore a fortification built in the 9th century
  • Marvel at the ancient ruins and dense forest surroundings
  • Save time and skip the line to get to the castle
  • Visit one of the most popular tourist attractions of Sintra
  • Admire the wonderful panoramic views over the hills of the Serra De Sintra

Full description

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.

Includes

  • Castle of the Moors Fast Track Ticket
  • Transportation to the castle

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Castle of the Moors. To get to Castle of the Moors by car or public transportation. • If driving to Sintra, take the IC19 (from Lisbon), IC30 (from Mafra) or EN9 (turning off the A5 motorway to Cascais). When you arrive in the town’s historic centre, you’ll see a vertical sign showing the way to the Moorish Castle (3.5 km). GPS Coordinates 38º 47’ 24.25” N 9º 23’ 21.47” W. • By public transport from Lisbon to Sintra. By train (CP) take the Sintra Line. Departure stations: Estação do Oriente, Estação do Rossio, Estação de Entrecampos. • By public transport from Sintra to Castle of the Moors. By bus (Scotturb). Sintra Station, Pena Circuit From Sintra, take Scotturb bus No. 434, which runs from the railway station to the Moorish Castle.

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Important information

Know before you go

  •  Please note the last admission is at 5:00 PM.
  •  Castle of the Moors is located in Sintra, about 30 kilometers from Lisbon. You can reach Sintra easily by taking the train from Lisbon.
  • There is an online booking fee added to the ticket price.
  •  Standard opening hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Last admission 5:00 PM
  • Parques de Sintra seasonal opening hours: December 24-25 and Jan 1 - closed all day. December 31 and January 2-3: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, last admission at midday.

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Chloe – United KingdomSeptember 5, 2024  – Verified booking
It was beautiful, today was wonderful. The all up to the mountain is very well signed. Great trip and there is a cafeteria on site e
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yvonne – United StatesMay 4, 2024  – Verified booking
Excellent place. Time is for entering the castle recommend getting there early and walk the outside of castle and gardens first.
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GetYourGuide traveler – FranceApril 21, 2024  – Verified booking
Absolutely amazing to walk along the wall to the top of the castle. Highly recommend Castle of the Moors, the air is so refreshing up there and it’s fascinating to think people used to live like that.
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