Things to Do in Sintra

There are 3 attractions in Sintra. São Jorge Castle, hilltop medieval castle offering panoramic lisbon views, is the most popular.

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All Castles & Palaces 12 Museums 9 Religious Sites 9 Plazas & Squares 7 Monuments & Memorials 5 Archaeological Sites 5 Parks & Reserves 4 Area 3 Stadiums & Sports 3 Capes & Headlands 2 Theaters 2 Towers & Lighthouses 1 Historic Buildings 1 Mountains & Peaks 1 Amusement Parks 1
Lisbon Synagogue
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Lisbon Synagogue
Historic synagogue in Lisbon's Jewish quarter
Synagogue
Marquess of Pombal Square
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Marquess of Pombal Square
Major Lisbon square with Pombal statue and plaza
Plaza
Monsanto Forest Park
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Monsanto Forest Park
Large urban park covering Lisbon hills and pine forests
Area
Navy Museum (Portugal)
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Navy Museum (Portugal)
Lisbon maritime museum with historic ships and models
Museum
Belém Cultural Center
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Belém Cultural Center
Lisbon cultural complex hosting exhibitions and concerts
Theater
Tejo Power Station
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Tejo Power Station
Riverside former power station landmark in Lisbon
Archaeological Site
Sintra Mountains
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Sintra Mountains
Scenic Portuguese mountain range near the town of Sintra
Mountains
Afonso de Albuquerque Square
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Afonso de Albuquerque Square
Public square named after Portuguese naval commander
Plaza
Boca do Inferno
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Boca do Inferno
Cliffside sea cave near Cascais, dramatic wave action
Amusement Park
Castro of Zambujal
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Castro of Zambujal
Chalcolithic fortified settlement near Lisbon, archaeological site
Historical Site
Jardim Botânico de Lisboa
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Jardim Botânico de Lisboa
Botanical garden in Lisbon showcasing diverse plants
Park
Jardim do Príncipe Real
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Jardim do Príncipe Real
Central Lisbon garden square with 19th-century trees
Park
Museum of Natural History and Science of the University of Porto
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Museum of Natural History and Science of the University of Porto
University natural history museum with regional specimens
Museum
Pastéis de Belém
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Pastéis de Belém
Historic pastry shop famous for original custard tarts
Area
Cultural Landscape of Sintra
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Cultural Landscape of Sintra
Romantic-era landscape with palaces, gardens, historic estates
Historical Site
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Monastery of the Hieronymites and Tower of Belém in Lisbon
Manueline monastery and riverside tower celebrating Age of Discovery
Historical Site
Royal Building of <i>Mafra</i> – Palace, Basilica, Convent, <i>Cerco</i> Garden and Hunting Park (<i>Tapada</i>)
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Royal Building of <i>Mafra</i> – Palace, Basilica, Convent, <i>Cerco</i> Garden and Hunting Park (<i>Tapada</i>)
Massive 18th-century royal complex with palace and basilica
Historical Site