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    Castelo dos Mouros

    4.7 (14 reviews)
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    Andy N.

    Moors Castle (along with Pena Palace) make up the trifecta of my top three sites to visit while in Sintra. The castle is a short walk from the palace and is easily accessible via the tourist bus. You have the option of buying the entry ticket right at the foot of the park, but you can also walk inside and pay for a ticket once you're at the actual entrance to the castle itself. The ruins are spectacular and really give you an up-close experience of medieval Portugal. Even during gloomy skies, I absolutely loved being able to bask in the walls of the castle and see the views from above. Please make sure to wear comfortable, close-toed shoes as it can be rocky going up and down the castle grounds.

    Tanja N.

    Moorish castle is one of a must visit if in Sintra. The purpose of it is to defend against the invaders, so it doesn't look anything like all other castles you will see in Sintra. It is on the same road that takes you to Peña palace, only few hundred steps (or few minutes) earlier. There is no parking adjacent to this castle, but you can park at Peña palace and walk back and forth or take a ride up. There was plenty or rides asking $10/pp to take you to the castle or palace. I wouldn't advise you to wait in a long line on the entrance to buy a ticket, specially if one of the two kiosks is not working, instead, walk to the walls, there you can buy a ticket too and it's way less crowded. The grounds are pretty , very relaxing and calming. Exactly what you need before entering the maddening crowds at Peña Palace.

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    So beautiful views. Just be in good health and can't be afraid of heights and also be able to walk steep inclines

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    We have a kid and i figured we'll pick one site and my choice was Pena Palace because it;s just so pretty!

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    Parque e Palácio Nacional da Pena - golden dome

    Parque e Palácio Nacional da Pena

    4.2(138 reviews)
    0.6 km

    One of Portugals must see day trips! You can't complete a Portugal trip without visiting the fairy…read moretale castle: National Palace of Pena. Beautiful and easy to get to. I took a tour option of the palace to avoid lines. But you can easily get here by train or bus. When I came here the inside was still under construction, so my tour guide recommended that we just tour the outside since inside would only be about 15 minutes. I love how you can see the three ways this building was made, definitely worth taking a tour to understand this place importance. However, you can still appreciate the tile work, views, intention, and colors of this historic palace.

    Pena Palace, the more tourist-friendly name for Parque e Palácio Nacional da Pena, is a UNESCO…read moreWorld Heritage site a 45-minute train ride from Lisbon. It's one of Portugal's most popular attractions even if getting there is a bit of a slog. The palace sits high atop a steep hill and getting to it takes much more than just a train ride. The train takes you to the town of Sintra but busses take you to the ticketing windows and more busses take you to and from the castle entrance. Other palaces and castles are present in the expansive park but they require separate entrance fees and other busses to access, which pretty well explains why I visited only Pena Palace during my time in Sintra. Lots of folks advance-book tours of the palace (including transportation) and other park attractions which, though more expensive than the DIY mode is certainly easier. Still, if you're handling things on your own, the number of guides trying to sell you on a tour when you get off the train in Sintra will give you a chance to reassess. I did it on my own, bypassing all of those who were offering tours. Pena Palace itself, once inside, was easy to navigate. It's a quirky and colorful place, somewhat Disney-esque, and you'll walk though it in a long line of other tourists doing the same. The one place where you can escape the lines is out on the terraces, worth experiencing for the breathtaking views. And, if you've planned nothing more than getting back to Lisbon, do make time to enjoy the views from the castle's outdoor cafe (with rather lousy food). I was encouraged to bus back down to a certain spot then walked from there back to the town of SIntra and its train station. This is a worthy plan as the park itself is filled with beautiful sites, statues, and nature. Even if you've planned to see only Pena Palace this is a good way to see a bit more of what the park holds.

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    Palácio de Monserrate - Hallway

    Palácio de Monserrate

    4.9(13 reviews)
    2.8 km

    When checking out and reviewing the palaces we could check out in Sintra, I didn't really see too…read moremany people talking about Monserrate Palace. I looked at pictures online and the architecture looked pretty nice, so I decided that it was worth seeing while we were here - a decision that I'm glad I made. After visiting Regaleira in the morning, we took an Uber here. You can also take the bus but we were on a time crunch and decided an Uber was pretty worth it. It's honestly not that expensive so I'd even recommend that option. This palace is pretty far from the rest of the mainstream castles and palaces like Pena, Moorish, and Regaleira so a bus would definitely take some time. We had already pre-purchased our tickets online so they scanned it from our phones and off we went. Even thought the line for buying tickets was nonexistent there, I totally recommend doing this as you get a small discount from buying online beforehand. We headed straight for the palace. It truly is one of the underrated palaces. It's no Moorish Castle as it's not big nor grand, but it's quaint and charming in its own way. There's way less people here so it's not as chaotic, and you could take nice pictures. It has a beautiful hallway, and I absolutely love the ceilings. Always remember to look up at these types of structures because the ceilings may surprise you with beautiful designs. Aside from the palace, the garden is also nice to walk around for a bit. Again, I like how quiet and peaceful it was compared to the other castles and palaces. It felt serene to walk around the park. The lawns were so green and lush. There were a few ponds as well as mini waterfalls. Although, the gardens are definitely skippable if you're on a time crunch. I don't think it's an absolute must-see, but if you have the time, I would definitely recommend a stop at this palace. As a tourist, you're only here once right?

    This palace is so beautiful. I loved that it was not as crowded as all the others…read more The designs and molding throughout are so intricate. I decided to take an Uber here. The bus took too long and the price differential isn't significant. I'm glad that I didn't skip on this one. Definitely recommend this one.

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    Palácio de Monserrate - The fountain is in the center of the palace

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    Castelo Dos Mouros - View

    Castelo Dos Mouros

    4.4(29 reviews)
    2.6 km

    AMAZING CASTLE NEAR PENA PALACE IN SINTRA, PORTUGAL…read more================================================= My husband, son, daughter-in-law and I visted the Castelo Dos Mouros on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. We had just finished our visit to the Pena Palace and walk through the Pena Palace Park. The entrance up this castle is close to the bottom of the park. This castle was built by the Moors in the 8th and 9th centuries. It was taken by Christian forces after the fall of Lisbon in 1147. It is a National Monument and a Unesco World Heritage Site. There was a couple scary parts when we walked up stairs to walk along the tops of the castle walls. The walkways are narrow and there was only room for people walking in one direction. I panicked a bit when I saw someone walking towards me because there was no way two people would fit and there was a drop off on one side. The views are amazing up there so you will have lots of photo opportunities. There's also a little cafe where you can order something to drink, grab a bite to eat and several tables and chairs, so you can sit down and take a break. My husband and I definitely took a break while my son and daughter-in-law tackled one of the last steep sets of stairs. We got about 15,000 steps in that day. The landscaping around the castle is gorgeous too.

    I walked here after visiting Pena palace and this was a really nice stroll. The pictures don't do…read morethis castle and the views from it any justice. You really have to come and see for yourself. The paths were quite narrow in some areas without much safety precautions in place so I felt a bit wobbly in some areas where other tourists were in a bit of a rush, but I just let them go ahead of me. The path does get quite steep so make sure to bring good shoes and water to stay hydrated.

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