Sintra
Lisbon Region
World Heritage Site
Sintra,
District of Lisbon.
Situated to the northwest, in
Greater Lisbon, the
county of
Sintra,
with around 386,000 inhabitants. (INE, 2021), it is a
unmissable destination for
day trips
and weekends of visitors and locals who come here to contemplate its rich heritage and attractions.
AML
The municipality (municipality) of
Sintra is part of the
AML - Metropilitana Area of Lisbon,
or
Greater Lisbon.
Landscape in Sintra, District of Lisbon, Centro Region © Google Earth Pro
Unmissable Sintra
On the outskirts of Lisbon, Sintra is an unmissable trip for several reasons. And every discovery should begin
by the "
Palácio da Vila with its two conical chimneys, so characteristic that they will serve as a compass for
return to this meeting point. Dating back to the end of the 14th century, it was the summer resort of many kings
throughout the history of Portugal. Each room is decorated differently and has a story to know, for
in addition to the interior being a surprise as it is a true tile museum, with applications from the century. XVI,
the beginning of its use in Portugal" [Visit Portugal].
Many attractions around Lisbon
Located just 30 km northwest of
Lisbon,
Sintra offers many
interesting attractions to its numerous visitors.
Beautiful natural landscapes, trademark of this incredible place, varied historical and cultural heritage,
in addition to being classified
Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
An unforgettable journey for anyone visiting
Portugal. See some highlights among the attractions
Sintra tourist attractions:
•
Palácio Nacional da Pena
•
Palácio de Moserrate and its gardens
•
Palácio da Regaleira (or
Quinta da Regaleira)
•
Museums and cultural spaces
Learn more:
Tourist attractions in Sintra
Sintra, 2nd urban agglomeration in Portugal
The urban agglomeration of
Sintra, with about 306 million inhabitants, is the second largest
agglomeration of Portugal, second only to
Lisbon.
Growth of the resident population
With 319 km², the municipality of
Sintra has a population of 385,654 inhabitants (INE, 2021).
In 2011,
Sintra had 377,835
inhabitants, that is, its resident population grew by 2.1%.
Surfing in Sintra, District of Lisbon, Centro Region © Images of Portugal
What to do in Sintra
With great tourist activity,
Sintra has a wide range of cultural and other events to offer its visitors.
inhabitants and numerous visitors.
Olga Cadaval Cultural Center
Among the various events that take place at the
Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval stand out the
plays, musical shows, concerts and many other activities.
Find out more:
What to do in Sintra
Practice sports in Sintra
Lovers of sports activities can practice their favorite sport in the various structures available.
From surfing to golf, there are several sports with several options at your disposal.
Find out more:
Sports in Sintra
Where to eat in Sintra
Sintra offers a wide range of restaurants, cafes and bars, with snacks and traditional food or
of international cuisine. Some highlights:
Tascantiga, Midori, Arola, Taverna dos Trovadores and the
Adega do Coelho.
Find out more:
Where to eat in Sintra
Where to eat in Sintra, District of Lisbon, Centro Region © Images of Portugal
Where to stay in Sintra
From luxury hotels to affordable accommodation, there is a wide range of hotels in
Sintra. Some
establishments:
Chalet Saudade, Oasis Backpackers Hostel Sintra Surf, Hotel Ibis Lisboa Sintra,
Sintra Sol (seasonal apartments) and Quinta das Murtas.
Find out more:
Where to stay in Sintra
Location
The municipality of Sintra is located northwest of Lisbon; it is limited to the north by
Mafra,
to the east with
Loures,
Odivelas and
Amadora,
to the southeast with
Oeiras, to the south with
Cascais
and on the west by the Atlantic Ocean.
Landscape in Sintra, District of Lisbon, Centro Region © Google Earth Pro
Sintra Heritage of Humanity
Sintra, Cultural Heritage of Humanity - Heritage of Humanity,
Sintra and the
Serra de Sintra, also known
such as
Monte da Lua, must be included in the itinerary of your visit to
Lisbon.
Palace of Pena
Moorish Castle and Pena Palace in Sintra
Among the many attractions of
Sintra - castles, palaces, fountains, monuments and others - the imposing and majestic
Moorish Castle stands out
and Pena Palace.
Pena Palace, Sintra © Jose Manuel / Images Of Portugal
Parishes of Sintra
The 11 parishes of Sintra are as follows:
- Sintra (Santa Maria and São Miguel, São Martinho and São Pedro de Penaferrim)
- Agualva and Mira-Sintra
- Algueirão - Mem Martins
- Almargem do Bispo, Pero Pinheiro and Montelavar
- Cacém and São Marcos
- Cambra Couple
- Necklaces
- Massama and Mount Abraão
- Queluz and Belas
- Rio de Mouro
- São João das Lampas and Terrugem
+ Information about Sintra
• Address: Largo Dr. Virgil Horta. 2714-501 Sintra
• Telephone: +351 219 238 500
• Official Link:
CM de Sintra
• Social networks: www.facebook.com/camaradesintra/ , Instagram: @camaradesintra
• Contact via email: municipe@cm-sintra.pt
• Opening hours:
From 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday
Region of Lisbon
For those who stay a little longer, discovering the surroundings and the Greater Lisbon also, is a program not to be missed.
Discover Lisbon - there are many and varied attractions of the city that enchants visitors from around
the world.
Lisbon Gastronomy - For those who gets a little more time, to discover the surroundings and the Greater Lisbon is a must-see program.