No trip to Portugal would be complete without a visit to the tourist mecca of Sintra.
Just an hour outside if Lisbon, Sintra is set atop a small, green mountain of sorts. Its position high above the sea brings fantastic views and cool breezes, making it a long favorite destination for rich and royals.
The town's long history of affluence means there are plenty of fine estates for tourists to explore.
Our favorite Sintra experiences:
- Eating a mouthwatering meal of grilled octopus and sardines at an authentic, small neighborhood eatery tucked away from the throngs of Sintra tourists.
- Making the hike up to the Pena National Palace, the colorful royal castle that looks as if it belongs in Disney's Magic Kingdom. Spending hours walking the lush, fairy tale-like grounds and taking in the beauty of the Artist King's wild creation.
- Getting lost in the maze of grottos and passageways at Quinta da Regaleira, the wacky 19th century estate of an eccentric Portuguese merchant.
Next stop: Lisbon, Portugal
Just an hour outside if Lisbon, Sintra is set atop a small, green mountain of sorts. Its position high above the sea brings fantastic views and cool breezes, making it a long favorite destination for rich and royals.
The town's long history of affluence means there are plenty of fine estates for tourists to explore.
Our favorite Sintra experiences:
- Eating a mouthwatering meal of grilled octopus and sardines at an authentic, small neighborhood eatery tucked away from the throngs of Sintra tourists.
- Making the hike up to the Pena National Palace, the colorful royal castle that looks as if it belongs in Disney's Magic Kingdom. Spending hours walking the lush, fairy tale-like grounds and taking in the beauty of the Artist King's wild creation.
- Getting lost in the maze of grottos and passageways at Quinta da Regaleira, the wacky 19th century estate of an eccentric Portuguese merchant.
Next stop: Lisbon, Portugal
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