SINTRA, PORTUGAL | How To Visit Sintra As A Day Trip From Lisbon (Travel Guide)

[@worldwildhearts]

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[@amberjohns1632]

Hello! Thank you for sharing this. I have a few questions. What did you pack in your backpack as you traveled for this day? Did you only purchase the last palace tour tickets ahead of time or all three? Did you purchase your bus/train tickets ahead of time? Thank you!

[@relaxationwithscenery]

I have visited several countries, and I can assure you that Portuguese people are the most hospitable, pleasant, and inviting people I have ever met. utmost admiration for this nation and its lovely, loving locations.

[@worldwildhearts]

Totally agree! And such a safe country too

[@loveportugalofficial]

Thank you so much for your words, as Portuguese we feel proud and happy for such a good experience you had with us. Feel free to come visit us again. Cheers from 🇵🇹 with ❤️

[@arshbs]

Agreed, I’ve toured through 49 countries and Portugal was the most hospitable by far

[@scottplucker7593]

When my daughter graduates College I'm taking her to Europe in April of course Italy I lean towards Spain but I've also heard Portugal is phenomenal any thoughts

[@trueflamexp7297]

100% this.

[@elizabeth5336]

I followed this itinerary for my trip to Sintra (Quinta Da Regaleira, Castelo dos Mouros, then Pena Palace), and I am so glad I did! This route was the best way to see a lot of amazing sites in just 1 day, while also doing your best to avoid massive tourist crowds. In particular, I am so glad I went to see Quinta Da Regaleira first so I could experience the Initiation Well before it got too crowded. An hour after I saw it, there was a line of 50+ people in a line waiting to see it! Also seeing Pena Palace later in the day is a great tip. So glad I found this video, thank you for making my planning easier.

[@margaretleung3033]

Elizabeth, I am planning to visit Portugal in October. Could you please advise what time did you leave Lisbon for Quinta Da Regaleira in order to avoid the crowd of tourists? Thank you!

[@jrh2701]

Did you buy the skip-the-line tickets?

[@tobypark2045]

Just got back from Lisbon, and absolutely fell in love with Portugal. It was supposed to be a country we were just passing through, but the history, people, restaurants, beaches, castles, churches, bars, clubs, and overall affordability might just make it one of my top 3 European places to visit.

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes Portugal is absolutely amazing. It's also one of our favorite countries in Europe!

[@gesh92]

Followed your trip almost exactly today, you saved us a lot of time! Everyone is saying, go as early as possible, book an early slot to Pena Palace but that puts a lot of pressure to be on time and traffic jams in Sintra can get really bad! Also taking the bus in the middle of the day was much less trouble. I would just change 1 thing - you don't need to go back to the station to take it. Just go down from Quinta da Regaleira and there is a bus stop right where the road to the palace and Moorish castle begins.

[@freetobm]

We’ll be in Lisbon next month and I’m planning our day trip to Sintra. Is it better to visit the Pena Palace last?….I feel like we will not have enough time to see it. Thanks

[@MojaveDaemonWitch]

🌹💙 Thank you for providing the maps!!! 👍🇵🇹

[@russellolson9726]

Thanks!

[@worldwildhearts]

Thank you for the support! 🙏🙏

[@halemcdan1]

I'm going to take my wife here for our 20th anniversary. Thane for posting this, helped me make up my mind to go.

[@worldwildhearts]

Enjoy your anniversary!!

[@SusanMaravetz]

I just returned from Lisbon, we did a day trip to Sintra. Keep in mind the hills are STEEP! With all the walking, it gets harder as your day progresses so make sure to prioritize your visit. The gardens are all amazing, save some time to explore the grounds of the palace. Not recommended for people with mobility issues, such as wheel chair or walker, as there are no ramps or smooth pavement. Also an Uber from Lisbon was less than $20 EU, so totally worthwhile for a direct drop at Peña Palace for 4 people.

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes it's a lot of walking! But so worth it. And that's good to know that an Uber is so affordable as well. Definitely worth it if you share with multiple people

[@chandlerquarles5282]

I have done so much research on sintra already and this is the most helpful video I’ve found for our trip in September! Great work!

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for the comment ☺️

[@hikermikem8]

😁 Heading to Lisbon with a good close friend of mine in January 2025. After viewing this and already been excited to go,. Now I simply can not wait to explore Sintra, surrounding towns and villages, sample local traditional cuisine and be in awe at the history and architecture.. 👍😁

[@miagifodder5599]

I just want to say this video really helped me decide what to do when I was in sinctra. Had great weather and was worth walking for the day to see it all. Beautiful location

[@worldwildhearts]

Absolutely beautiful area!! Glad it was helpful!

[@perasperas]

Sintra is unique in many aspects. One of them is its microclima (usually 10ºC less than Lisbon) which attracted many aristocrats from all Europe to have a Summer estate there to run away from the hot cities. To understand Sintra (Cintra until 1911) visitors should read about that charming and enchanted place, originally a Celtic sacred place. Regaleira is an homage to the secret history of Portugal. There's this 5 minutes video made by BBC explaining it: Sintra's mysterious 'inverted tower' - BBC REEL About Pena Palace, it's the older of its kind, concluded 40 years earlier than Neuschwanstein, which facade view (Neuschwanstein's) was copied by Disney when he made the 1st castle of Disneyland. And yes, we, the Portuguese, we don't like when people say "it looks like Disneyland".

[@TheLosinjanka]

Hi from Croatia ,I was in Sinta with my son 15 days ago...a magical place and Portugal is balm for the soul ❤

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for the facts! We heard about the micro climate! It's also true for Ericeira.

[@sledgehog1]

@@TheLosinjanka Hvala/Obrigado! :)

[@tobypark2045]

So true about the -10 thing, it was so nice making a day trip to escape the heat of the city center for a little bit.

[@ladukes1]

Thank you for the video! We just got back last week and added this to our trip (taking the train from Lisbon) after watching your post. The only thing we regret is not staying a night in Sintra to allow more time in the small town. Otherwise, it was awesome!!

[@worldwildhearts]

Nice! Glad you enjoyed it! Yes we do agree with that. It's so beautiful and green there that you can easily spend a few days!

[@jsilvamaintenance]

Sintra is from another world !

[@worldwildhearts]

Agreed!! So many castles/palaces!!

[@fatima-naturelover]

Wow, what a beautiful place and great video. Thank you. I'm adding Sintra on my bucket list!

[@minaz4561]

I found this video very informative and straigh to the point without showing too much. Thank you.

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching! ☺️

[@icysurfer1]

very nice work. Loved the classical music.

[@joycesjourneys6026]

Thank you for the video! I’m thinking of taking a trip to Portugal in December and Sintra is definitely on my list of must-see places.

[@worldwildhearts]

You should definitely go there! It’s absolutely beautiful and a lot more quiet around that time as well!

[@anacaban]

I can't wait to visit. I'll be there at the end of October!

[@tinamichael2196]

Me too!

[@MsLmariie]

this place just looks like something out of a storybook

[@jameswilberschied4623]

Looking forward to going very soon.

[@daianaconti425]

First time watching the channel , excellent video !!! wonderful organization thanks for sharing !!

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching and welcome to our channel! ☺️

[@ABCsofAnaesthesia]

Loved your insights, tips and especially the videography! Stunning! Keep up the great work :)

[@worldwildhearts]

Thank you! ☺️

[@DJ_Andreas]

Fantastic! We didn't even consider Sintra until we saw your video. We're going to try this in a couple of weeks!!

[@worldwildhearts]

Hope you had a good time!

[@nikoexplores]

So helpful! Thank you!

[@markelliott7641]

Guys this is premium content. Liked and subscribed. Awesome

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks!☺️

[@JoBern365]

Hi there and thanks for your video. We are in Lisbon and going to Sintra tomorrow morning. We did buy our train ticket today for our trip tomorrow. Again thanks for your great video.

[@worldwildhearts]

Hope you had a good time!

[@edneiavitoriadasilva2941]

Tuve la oportunidad de conocer, es lindo precioso lugar

[@katarina_9846]

Thank you so much for this amazing video! I am going there next week and this got me super pumped to visit Sintra ❤

[@worldwildhearts]

Hope you had a great time in Sintra!

[@OGutzVentura]

Thanks! Short but informative and I appreciate the extra details on the description. Im wondering what to visit for my 3 day layover in lisbon and this may be something i will consider ❤

[@wilchan51]

Greetings Zac and Ine - your video of Sintra is absolutely one of the very best! Informative, straight-forward without fanfare and extremely well done! Thank you so much for your detailed insights and travel wisdom! It has certainly inspired me to pack up and head out! Keep up your GREAT work!

[@worldwildhearts]

Thank you!! 😄 glad you enjoyed it! 😁

[@arontravel1307]

Great video! Very informational and helpful

[@worldwildhearts]

Glad you think so!

[@gariushung7831]

I am so grateful to bump into your video, is informative and thanks for sharing for the travel tips, save my hassles and time.

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks! Have a great trip to Sintra!

[@enigmaamgine8048]

Well done exactly what I was looking for 🎉

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching ☺️

[@abdulmagedal-khulaifi6410]

Interesting and super useful video 😊

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching! 😍

[@jonatasferreira3662]

Sou louca tá conhecer, muito lindo

[@geshia1751]

Very informative. Thank you.

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching!

[@viajesvoyagestravels]

Amazing place and video, of course! Definitely a place we'll visit once in Portugal! Thanks!

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching! 😄 you definitely should!

[@gregmcmehen8731]

Great video guys. It really brought back memories for me. Sintra is amazing. We've visited multiple times and the first few times we did it the same way as you did: using the bus to get to the top. But the last time we were there, we hiked the entire thing. Believe it or not, there is an amazing hiking trail from the Quinta all the way to Pena. I'd recommend starting early and doing the hike: it was really beautiful and more fun than the bus--although you have to be in shape to pull it off. We just got back to the town centre just as darkness was falling, and had a well-earned meal at one of the restaurants before heading back to Lisbon.

[@worldwildhearts]

That sounds like a great experience! We didn’t have the time to walk it but would’ve loved to if we were there for a few days! ☺️

[@eb6929]

Thank you guys! This is so helpful! 🙌🏼

[@worldwildhearts]

Glad it is ☺️

[@cidaliasoares-chan2350]

OMG!! I was needing this!! Thanks!

[@worldwildhearts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@magorzataokon160]

Thank you for this ❤

[@Immigrant-Echoes]

Colorful yellow walls always 💛 thanks for video ...looking forward to visit soon.

[@worldwildhearts]

Have fun!! ☺️

[@OmerAbdullah387]

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[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks! 😇

[@johnvoyce]

This video was incredibly helpful. I was planning a trip there and you explained everything especially how to get there.

[@worldwildhearts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mbbecker1]

Heading there in a few weeks. Been reading about Pena Palace being overcrowded with tons of time spent in lines. Almost every guidebook and blog post says to start with Pena and end with Quinta de Regaleira, so flipping the itinerary seems like a smart move. Happy to see that was true for you guys. Fingers crossed!

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes that's the reason we flipped it... we thought that everyone was going to follow the advice of the guide books and blogs... and we could already tell when getting off the train that everyone was directly going for the bus to Pena! Have fun because it's absolutely gorgeous!! ;)

[@stephenhampson1577]

Like how you set it out describing the route and time. Thanks

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@maraandrus6278]

Stunning! Looks like an awesome daytrip option! Love the colors, flowers and all the beautiful tile!

[@worldwildhearts]

It’s the best day trip from Lisbon in our opinion! ☺️

[@LyncolnDouglasNogueiraSilva]

Ótimo vídeo ❤

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks!

[@johannaquinones7473]

Your videos are super helpful and informative. The details on how to get to places and estimated time frames is a big help! Sets you apart from other youtubbers. Well done! And thank you❤

[@worldwildhearts]

Thank you! 😊 Glad it was helpful!

[@lokipokey]

Nicely done!

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks! 😊

[@irenemccann1666]

Thank you for the info. We are looking forward to go there this week. I love Portugal what a lovely place.❤️

[@worldwildhearts]

Have a lovely time! 🥰 we also love Portugal ☺️

[@travelmoreworkless]

Really detailed guide. Love it.

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks 😊

[@AndrewL31413]

Very helpful for my trip to Lisbon. Will definitely make a day trip of it 😊

[@worldwildhearts]

Enjoy!

[@blissfultours]

Great content. Thank you

[@danceORsing]

Just booked into our Sintra hotel after spending 2 days in Portugal! I love the food here ❤️

[@worldwildhearts]

Have a great time! 🤩

[@garyroberts3859]

Good video thankss

[@TravelsWithNancy]

#NEW subscriber here! We are planning to visit Portugal next year and stopping by Sintra. It looks so beautiful. Thanks for your informative video with links and maps showing where places are located; it'll help us immensely for planning this future trip!

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks!! 😍 Hope you'll have a wonderful trip

[@clairekim3778]

Wow I am very lucky to give my comment as the second. Thanks you for your video and very details to get SINTRA. Actually I spent a week in Portugal but SINTRA was closed as year end holiday. I am very looking forward to visiting again of courses SINTRA. Ia m Korean living in Netherlands and let us keep in touch.

[@worldwildhearts]

Oh yes you should definitely go to Sintra next time! ☺️ It’s such a special place!

[@saskia959]

I guess the word has spread now as I visited Sintra yesterday and did it as in the video. It was super croweded everywhere. I did not even see Poco Iniciatico as there was a queue about 1.5 kilometer long....I went to Pena last and was shocked to find out that a park ticket does not even allow you to get close to the castle. Next time I would buy the full ticket and opt not to go inside as one is hushed through. A guard told me while I was exeting that the park ticket can be upgraded in the souvenir shop to a full ticket. Just be aware that the queue for entering the palace is massive too.

[@worldwildhearts]

Damn sucks to hear about your experience! Not sure you visited during a weekend or particular European holiday? It might get so much busier at specific times there. We visited a year ago around the beginning of June and it wasn’t bad at all! But we did avoid going during the weekend

[@GerrlichStudios]

seems amazing

[@hajnigy220]

This is an amazing video guys, thank you 🎉❤ I will surely visit Sintra, I have a trip booked to Lisbon in a couple of days

[@worldwildhearts]

Have fun!

[@CathyGB40]

Thank you for your work and taking all of us to unfamiliar places. You mentioned a map of the places you visited in Sintra. I could not find it unless you are talking about a Google Map but I thought you were speaking of a simple map of just the places laid out in a map that you made yourself. We will be going to Portugal in a few weeks so I am very interested in this map...thanks

[@worldwildhearts]

It's in our blog post! It's a google map integrated indeed: www.worldwildhearts.com/post/sintra-in-portugal That's how we used to map out places back in the day!

[@NorbyBreda]

Very nice!

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks!

[@dayaneantonia6989]

Lugar lindo

[@worldwildhearts]

Indeed 😊

[@u235u235u235]

royal family went to Sintra mostly because it's cool temp during hot summers.

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes that’s true!

[@ede4345]

What was the name of the metro station you get off on when you get to sintra? I cant find it on the metro map?

[@worldwildhearts]

There's only one station in Sintra so it's hard to miss it!

[@finkieandeskie]

Like your video so much! Great! One question: Is the Dji mini (249 grams) allowed there? Thank you.

[@worldwildhearts]

No there is a restriction on drones in the entire park of Sintra! The drone shots you see in this video are stock footage

[@finkieandeskie]

@@worldwildhearts Thank you!

[@antoniomaria4096]

How could you miss the Vila Palace with those tho big chaminés?

[@worldwildhearts]

We didn’t hear about it before going there. Wish we would have seen it!

[@Cath789]

How long did you take inside Pena. If we book for last showing at 6:00 pm will an hour be enough? Then we can explore outside areas after is our plan.

[@worldwildhearts]

I think we took about 2 hours to see the entire palace in and outside. It depends on how many pictures you're taking! The outside is big and you can easily spend a few hours if you're going at a very relaxed pace.

[@Cath789]

@@worldwildhearts thanks. We will plan to visit for a few hours for sure then.

[@ammarnazir7979]

Did you pre purchase the tickets? or bought them there?

[@worldwildhearts]

We pre-purchased the Pena Palace tickets as it’s very busy at the entrance and we didn’t want to queue

[@b3arwithm3]

Beautiful views. Is the walk on flat terrain or uphill? Is the Tuktuk cheaper than taxi? For a group of 5 people bus might not much cheaper I would guess

[@worldwildhearts]

The walk is mostly flat from the train station to Quinta de regalera. But the other two are definitely an uphill walk. Not sure exactly the price difference between tuk tuk, taxi, and bus for 5 people, but would think that a large taxi would fit everyone at around same price as a bus if you’re just going between one spot and the other. The tuk tuks might be a little too small for 5 people to all fit in one

[@ralitsapavlova4861]

Is the ticket for Peña palace for the interior of the castle or also to be in outside area?

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes it’s for both inside the palace and the park surrounding!

[@HorizonHoppers28]

Did you manage to squeeze in Cabo do roco ?

[@worldwildhearts]

We didn’t manage to do that in a day trip from Lisbon! Maybe it’s possible if you do a day tour by bus

[@Britcheflee]

Where do you recommend one purhase the entrance tickets for these three attractions?

[@worldwildhearts]

You can purchase it online beforehand (which will save you time queueing). Or you can buy it when you get there, but like I said, there might be a queue sometimes.

[@obican21]

Really Loved Sintra!!! If you Like to rent a scooter you should visit miguel. Such a great and funny Guy.

[@worldwildhearts]

Driving a scooter there would be so much fun!!

[@avocadoalcurry]

is it possible to get there with your own car? also, can you move from attraction to attraction or are you forced to use the bus or walk? any parkinglot in the areas?

[@worldwildhearts]

You can drive your car to the town of Sintra, but you'll have to park it outside the old town. The roads to the palace is very narrow and generally only allows people with a permit (residents or tourism transportation - including uber). You can find more info about parking here: www.madaboutsintra.com/how_to_arrive.html

[@Fabler]

best vid about this ty

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@TomOS1971]

Thanks for the video, we are going in a few weeks, do you remember the name of the restaurant in the town center? Food looks amazing

[@worldwildhearts]

We don't remember unfortunately! It's on the main square, there really aren't that many restaurants hah! enjoy!

[@MatildaTheBookDragon]

did you bring your own lunch or how did you manage all this in a day?

[@worldwildhearts]

We made a quick stop at a bakery in town!

[@MatildaTheBookDragon]

@@worldwildhearts good idea! Thanks for answering 🥰 flying to Portugal tomorrow, I'm so excited!

[@lk-ch3yi]

Do you have to pay for all castles? Or just pena?

[@worldwildhearts]

You have to pay for all of them! But prices aren't too crazy

[@cherryblossom8613]

Is the Lisbon card valid for bus travel in Sintra ?

[@worldwildhearts]

It works for the train to Sintra from Lisbon! I don't think the bus would work, but you can always try!

[@aljomaliakal826]

Thank you

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching!

[@riveramarc675]

That meal to end the day looked so delicious. Where was it?

[@CeferinoCenizo]

Great video thanks! Do one have to buy tickets for Quinta da Regaleira and Castle of the Moors as well or only for Pena Palaca? Thanks!

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes you do! All of them cost money to enter. But the lines are shorter to buy a ticket there (or you can also decide to book it in advance!)

[@abdul361]

I just visited Pena Palace today, it is worth visiting. The exterior and the views are a sight to see but the interior is underwhelming. The rooms were not that big. Ajuda Palace in Belem has a more spectacular interior and was hardly busy when I visited it and it's only $5!

[@worldwildhearts]

Great tip! Thanks for adding it here 👍

[@ericnovobenedico2452]

Great video! I'd like to ask how much is the 434 bus ticket?

[@worldwildhearts]

I think we paid around 11€ per person and it was valid all day.

[@magorzataokon160]

can I buy ticket as soon as i get there ? to pena palace?

[@worldwildhearts]

It would be advised to book tickets in advance!

[@clovispatten4039]

I don't know if you can make the most Sintra in one day. I stayed there 3 nights and still not seen everything. I made the mistake of not giving myself enough time at moors Castle then missing a few buses up to Pena and having less time to look around. Remember to take insect repellant as I got bitten about 20 times on face and hands in my b&b. Mostly good times though in Sintra, its worth going back

[@sharonwright7932]

Glad I found you guys this morning in chilly Montreal!

[@worldwildhearts]

Welcome aboard!

[@tarinsultana4354]

dose this place allow drone shots ??

[@worldwildhearts]

No that’s why we used stock footage for the drone shots!

[@Samsonrecon8]

Can you fly a drone there?

[@WillAutomate]

I’ve always wondered do Y’all do your own drone shots? Or are you finding stock? you always have amazing shots.

[@worldwildhearts]

Both! Depends if we're allowed to fly it or not... In Sintra it wasn't allowed to fly it so we used stock footage for the drone shots :)

[@eprohoda]

yoou uploaded breathtaking !📢

[@worldwildhearts]

Thank you 🥰

[@seasonsall9055]

Hi from Toronto. Thanks for sharing the video. I will visit Sintra in about 2 weeks and hope it will open by then. To visit the Quinta da Regaleira, Inverted tower, is there any entrance fee for this? Please let me know, thanks.

[@worldwildhearts]

Hi! Thanks for watching! We hope so too… There was an entrance fee to enter, but it wasn’t so expensive. Quinta da Regaleira was about 10€ per person if we’re not mistaken. Pena palace was the most expensive one but still relative 😉

[@seasonsall9055]

@@worldwildhearts Thanks for the information.

[@haileytony3283]

What is the best site to order tickets? Want to make sure ordering from legit site.

[@worldwildhearts]

Many tour websites offer tickets to the palace. The official website is www.parquesdesintra.pt/

[@parcero891]

What an amazing video 😍😍 I’m heading there this Saturday, quick question, can i buy the fee at the entrance?

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes you can definitely do that! Only be aware that the queue to purchase tickets can be very long (especially at Pena Palace!). That's why we booked our tickets in advance.

[@parcero891]

@@worldwildhearts thank you very much for your reply, quick question, for the fees for the Pena Palace and castelo dous Mouros do I have to buy them separately?

[@suetlailim4022]

Hi.. Just wondering, hope they are no longer masking in public transport. Noticed many were doing so in your clip. 2023?!

[@worldwildhearts]

Definitely no more masking! When we visited in 2022 it was nearing the end of having to wear a mask!

[@DrPriyalVarshney]

Very informative video. We’d be visiting Lisbon and Sintra with our toddler. I do understand it’s difficult to manoeuvre out toddler pram around inside these castles, but I was wondering if there is any designated place to drop off our pram at entry point from where we can pick it up later?? Also, do these places have some entry fee??

[@worldwildhearts]

All places have an entry fee! Sintra is very very hilly so it might be hard to move around with a stroller. The castles are a lot bigger than you might think! That said, maybe you can leave it at the entrance... not sure though but there is always security / staff around so you could try ask them!