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Sintra, Portugal

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Sintra has long been one of the main national symbols of Portugal. Only here, at the place with a rich history, you can see majestic palaces and castles, look into the monasteries, where the way of life has not changed for hundreds of years, stroll through the centuries-old forests and quiet parks. The city is famous for its romantic scenery and historic architecture. It is often chosen for vacations by lovers and creative personalities in search of inspiration.

Sintra, Portugal About 27 000 people reside in the city.  Sintra together with its vast surroundings is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travelers who want to visit the picturesque town and get acquainted with its iconic landmarks will have a rich tour program. The most famous attraction is the National Palace of Sintra. The world famous Palace of Pena is situated in the immediate vicinity. It’s always worth to visit the Moorish Castle that has been perfectly preserved after hundreds of years.

Another amazing feature of Sintra is a tram line that connects the city with the coastal territory. It was built  more than a hundred years ago. Old trams still ply on the line. A trip there promises to be an unforgettable adventure. Sintra is a wonderful holiday destination for lovers in search for a secluded place. Here, gorgeous historic buildings house wonderful hotels. Antique items are widely used in design. The rest in such an environment promises to be a memorable one. Next - Kandovan


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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Multibanco' located in 0.74 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Sintratur-aluguer De Trens Lda' is located in 0.63 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'BP' in 0.79 km
Supermarket: 'Mercearia do Beco' in 0.07 km
Parking: 'Parking Parque de La Libertad' in 0.17 km
Apotheek: 'Farmácia Marrazes' in 0.76 km
Police station: 'SubDestacamento Territorial G.N.R Sintra' in 0.42 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Cafè da Vila' in 0.04 km
Railway station: 'Sintra' in 0.48 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Portela Airport LIS - in 22 km
 »  Coimbra Airport CBP - in 170 km
 »  Portimao Airport PRM - in 196 km
 »  Talavera La Real Airport BJZ - in 222 km
 »  Covilha Airport COV - in 231 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Sintra

Villa Branca Jacinta

Located in 0 km from Sintra
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Rooms: 4
The heated rooms feature a private bathroom with a shower. They all include free WiFi and central heating. A breakfast buffet is served each morning … More: photo, rates and booking
Sintra Small Hostel

Located in 1 km from Sintra
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Rooms: 3
The hostel has 3 bedrooms available, 1 double, 1 dormitory room and 1 single room. All units feature access to shared bathroom facilities. The dorm … More: photo, rates and booking
Portugal Ways Sintra Country House

Located in 2 km from Sintra
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Rooms: 5
The bright and spacious apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, microwave and dishwasher. The open-plan living room has a small … More: photo, rates and booking
Quinta Verde Sintra

Located in 3 km from Sintra
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Rooms: 5
The homey rooms feature a flat-screen TV. The private bathrooms come with a bath, hairdryer and free toiletries. Free Wi-Fi is available in public … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

Palacio Nacional da Pena
1 km - Palacio Nacional da Pena
The National Palace Pena in Portugal is the landmark of the importance of the state. The palace is located in the surroundings of the city of Sintra and was built on the top of the steep rock in 1840. From the outside, the palace is a typical medieval castle, although …
Azenias do Mar
8 km - Azenias do Mar
Azenhas do Mar is one of the most unusual towns in Portugal. It is located off the coast near Lisbon. This charming town was also built on the rocks. Its name can be translated from Portuguese as "sea mill". The town got its current name during the Arab occupation. It …
House Garden in Lisbon
15 km - House Garden in Lisbon
From the series 'Unique Living Houses'

You can see amazing green houses in big cities. An excellent example is a residence in Lisbon. Experts from Rebelo de Andrade studios have created this amazing building. Its facade is decorated with 4 500 plants of more than twenty different species. Authors of the …
Mafra National Palace
16 km - Mafra National Palace
Mafra National Palace isn’t another architectural sightseeing in Baroque, it is the biggest and the most beautiful King’s Palace in Portugal. The palace was built within 13 years and was finished in 1730. Originally this building was quite complex from the …
Centro Colombo
17 km - Centro Colombo
Centro Colombo (shopping center) building is located in Lisbon. It is also a striking example of the postmodern style. This shopping complex is the largest in the Iberian Peninsula. It is one of the largest shopping centers in Europe. 440 stores are available to …
Santuario de Cristo Rei
23 km - Santuario de Cristo Rei
The Christ the King or Cristo Rei situated in Almada, Portugal, is amazing too. This sculpture of Jesus Christ has a rather unique design. The main part of the portico is 75 meters high. The statue itself is 28 meters high, so the total height of the sculpture is 103 …

Top destination around Sintra - Cascais

Foreign travelers may somehow feel that local residents resemble the Spaniards. Indeed, the culture and traditions of these neighboring countries are very similar. However, the people of Cascais do not fell this way. Any comparison with the Spaniards is nothing but an insult for them. Therefore, make sure you avoid any comments on this subject. Many local customs may seem rather peculiar to foreigners. For example, it is prohibited to stretch and yawn in public places. Such a behavior is considered the main sign of bad manners. In general, there are no special rules of behavior in society here. Local people have already become accustomed to numerous visitors, and so they have quite a patient approach to foreigners and foreign cultures.

Every year Cascais becomes the location of Festas De Mare (the Sea Festival). The colorful national holiday traditionally attracts a lot of tourists from different countries. Fishing is one of the oldest national crafts, and so local fishermen never get tired of showing their talents and skills to an enthusiastic audience. Modern Festas De Mare is very different from the holiday, which was celebrated a few decades ago.
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