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Fun & Unusual Things to Do in Sintra, Portugal

Sintra, Distrito de Lisboa, Portugal

  • Self-guided
  • About 6 h
  • Works in your browser
  • By Emmi Carlsson
€2One-off · no account · no subscription
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Length
About 6 h
Stops
5
Route
2.2 km
Starts at
Castelo dos Mouros
Audio
Recorded audio
Price
€2, one-off

About this tour

“Fun & Unusual Things to Do in Sintra, Portugal” is a self-guided walking tour in Sintra, Portugal, made by Emmi Carlsson. It takes about 6 hours, costs a one-off €2 to unlock and runs in your phone’s browser with a live map, so you can start whenever you like. No app or account needed.

Sintra is a town in the Lisbon region of Portugal, known for its stunning palaces, historic landmarks, and natural beauty.

One of the top attractions in Sintra is the Pena Palace, a brightly-colored palace on top of a hill that offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The palace is a prime example of 19th-century Romantic architecture and features a mix of styles and influences.Another popular attraction in Sintra is the Moorish Castle, a medieval fortress that dates back to the 8th century. The castle is located on a hilltop and offers panoramic views of the town and the surrounding area.

Where it starts

The tour starts at Castelo dos Mouros in Sintra and covers about 2.2 km on foot. The map on your phone takes you there, then on from stop to stop.

Open the start point in Google Maps

What you’ll see

  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Sintra National Palace
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Initiation Well

What you get

  • A live map that leads you from stop to stop
  • Stories and photos at every stop, written by Emmi Carlsson
  • Recorded audio at the stops
  • Freedom to pause, skip ahead or finish another day
  • Nothing to install: it runs in your phone’s browser
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