Where to Eat in Sintra: 11 Delicious Restaurants

People eating petiscos in Sintra.

Exploring the hills and palaces of Sintra always works up an appetite. Luckily, Sintra is a fairytale town full of fantastic restaurants for all tastes. A Sintra day trip is one of the best excursions to enjoy near the Portuguese capital. To fully experience it, we suggest leaving Lisbon early in the morning and returning […]

How to Plan the Perfect Sintra Day Trip From Lisbon

You have to see Pena Palace on a Sintra day trip.

If you’re visiting Lisbon, don’t miss the magical town hidden right in its backyard. It’s full of majestic gardens, panoramic views and castles straight out of a fairytale. Lisbon is Portugal’s capital and hub of tourist activity, and there’s no doubt that the city itself has plenty to offer. But if you’re here for more […]

Day Trip to Cabo da Roca: 6 Things You Shouldn’t Miss

Two people walking on the beach on a day trip to Cabo da Roca.

Planning a day trip to Cabo da Roca? Set on the edge of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, this prominent cape offers spectacular sea views and more. Portugal has a long coastline full of beautiful beaches, and in between them you can find lots of scenic headlands jutting out into the Atlantic. Cabo da Roca is […]