Sintra City Tours & Sightseeing

39 tours · €22–€550 · ★ 4.9

Sintra packs more palaces, gardens and hilltop viewpoints into a small space than anywhere else near Lisbon, and a sightseeing tour is how you actually reach them without losing the day to parking and shuttle queues. A guided tour handles the logistics so your time goes to Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle and Quinta da Regaleira, not the winding road between them.

When you compare sightseeing tours in Sintra, look at how far the route reaches. Some stay in the hills around the historic centre and the main palaces; others run a full-day loop out to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, then down to the Cascais coast. A private driver-guide gives you a flexible itinerary and skip-the-line tickets, which matter most at Pena. Hotel pickup from Lisbon is common, so you can do Sintra as a day trip and skip the car hire.

39 Sintra sightseeing tours from €22. Private and small-group, half-day and full-day, with hotel pickup, skip-the-line tickets and free cancellation on most - easy to book online.

Private tour
5.0 Excellent 78 reviews

Tour Sintra from Lisbon

Discover Sintra, a true fairytale, on this private excursion from Lisbon with an experienced driver and a 9-seat van, exclusively for you. Visit the ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 25 reviews
5h

Half-Day Tour in Cascais / Sintra with Brunch and Wine Tasting

I have chosen to get off the beaten tracks and the mainstream routes. Instead, I prefer to explore hidden places, out of the ordinary, try new flavour...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 819 reviews
8h 30m

Sintra, Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira & Cascais Group Tour

Uncover the magic of Portugal’s most enchanting destinations — Sintra and Cascais — on a captivating day trip from Lisbon. Step into a world of roman...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 146 reviews

Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo Roca Coast and Cascais 8h

This comprehensive skip-the-line tour starting in central Lisbon will give you the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Portugal, Sintra and Cas...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 12 reviews

Sintra Full-Day: Pena, Moorish Castle & Regaleira with Tickets

The Complete Sintra Heritage Immersion Experience Lord Byron's "Glorious Eden" on an exclusive, all-inclusive private expedition. Guided by a local e...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 413 reviews

Lisbon to Porto Up to 4 Stops: Obidos, Nazare, Fatima and Aveiro

In Order for this Tour to be comfortable, enjoyable and relaxing for you we opted to travel to Porto by car or van having 4 stops in our way from Lisb...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 3 reviews
5h

Magic morning tour in Sintra, Palace of Pena and Cabo da Roca from Cascais

We will head towards Serra de Sintra, an immense open book full of images from the past framed in fascinating nature. The natural landscape of Sintra ...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.7 Great 1914 reviews
9h

Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca & Cascais from Lisbon

The crown jewel, multi award-winning and bestseller tour, this is a classic experience one must have when in Lisbon. We start by Sintra, whose cultura...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 3000 reviews
10h

Guided Tour to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca and Cascais

On this tour you can see the best that is in Sintra, in a comfortable way and without worries. Enjoy your day. Don’t waste time in queues to buy ticke...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 125 reviews

Private Tuk Tuk Tour around Sintra

Our Tours are trips accompanied by a private Guide who, aboard the Piaggio Ape Calesino 200 model, the famous Tuk Tuk, Come and enjoy the best views o...

Free cancellation
Private tour
2h

Private 2 Hours Tuktuk Tour to Sintra

Get ready for an exhilarating Full Sintra Experience Tuktuk 2-Hour Tour that will take you on a thrilling adventure through the enchanting town of Sin...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.8 Great 14 reviews

Private Tour Sintra

A stroll in Sintra is a true historical treasure, where you can find historical remnants of the Bronze Age at stations diverted from the History of Po...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 102 reviews

Private Sintra skip-the-line Flexible Tour DiscoverWonderland

Discover wonderland of Portugal on a day private tour with a private guide, the best way to visit the former royal retreats of Pena Palace and Quinta ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 140 reviews
4h 30m

Sintra Private Tour with Tickets: Pena Palace & Moorish Castle

Embark on a magical journey through Sintra, guided by a passionate local expert who will reveal the secrets and stories that turn every landscape into...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 115 reviews

Private Tour Sintra Palaces/Cabo da Roca (2 people or more)

Unforgettable tour to the westernmost point of Continental Europe. Stunning landscape over the ocean. Stroll through the wonderful and romantic villag...

Free cancellation

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In high demand
5.0 Excellent 102 reviews

Private Sintra skip-the-line Flexible Tour DiscoverWonderland

Discover wonderland of Portugal on a day private tour with a private guide, the best way to visit the former royal retreats of Pena Palace and Quinta ...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 102 reviews
8h

Private Sintra Tour from Lisbon: Pena Palace, Cabo Roca & Cascais

This private Sintra tour from Lisbon is a fully personalized 8-hour experience designed exclusively for your group. Explore Sintra’s historic center, ...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 338 reviews
8h

Sintra and Cascais Private Tour with Pena Palace Ticket Included

Journey from the city to the coast to the mountains on this full-day private tour from Lisbon and sample the highlights of Portugal’s capital region. ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 115 reviews

Private Tour Sintra Palaces/Cabo da Roca (2 people or more)

Unforgettable tour to the westernmost point of Continental Europe. Stunning landscape over the ocean. Stroll through the wonderful and romantic villag...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
5.0 Excellent 1424 reviews
8h

Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience

This tour will be a day trip where travelers can enjoy the different faces of Sintra with a private certified guide and a private air-conditioned van....

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 649 reviews

Private Tour Sintra from Lisbon Palaces of Pena and Regaleira

Get ready for a day that will follow the steps of our monarchs in Sintra, we will visit some of their most beautiful palaces and you will have the tru...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 358 reviews

Private Local Sintra Tour: Palaces & Coast by Classic Car or Jeep

As locals of Sintra, we’ve designed this tour to give you an authentic and unforgettable experience. With a deep love for our hometown, we know the st...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 214 reviews

Private Tour to Sintra from Lisbon - Along the Hills to the Coast

You will meet your friendly local guide at your Hotel or at any other meeting point of your choice. From there, you'll be taken on an adventure to dis...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 274 reviews

Lisbon: Sintra & Cascais Private Day Trip with Pena Palace Ticket

Experience a private and personalized day exploring Sintra and Cascais, without the stress of driving. Travel exclusively with your group and a dedica...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 125 reviews

Private Tuk Tuk Tour around Sintra

Our Tours are trips accompanied by a private Guide who, aboard the Piaggio Ape Calesino 200 model, the famous Tuk Tuk, Come and enjoy the best views o...

Free cancellation
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Planning a trip to Sintra

Best time to visit

Visit Sintra in spring or autumn for comfortable walking weather and thinner crowds. From late morning in summer the palaces and narrow roads get very busy, so start early or take an organised tour that handles timing and transport.

Getting there & around

Sintra is about a 40-minute train ride from Lisbon (Rossio station). The palaces are spread across steep, wooded hills, so most visitors use the local shuttle bus, tuk-tuks or a guided day tour rather than driving the congested lanes.

Frequently Asked Questions

39 sightseeing tours are available for booking in Sintra on Guidekin. The highest-rated is Private Sintra skip-the-line Flexible Tour DiscoverWonderland with 5.0/5 from 102 reviews.

Prices range from €22 to €550 per person. The most affordable option is Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo Roca Coast and Cascais 8h at €22. The premium choice is Magic morning tour in Sintra, Palace of Pena and Cabo da Roca from Cascais at €550.

Based on 13455 traveler reviews across 39 tours, Private Sintra skip-the-line Flexible Tour DiscoverWonderland has the highest rating: 5.0/5 (102 reviews).

Duration ranges from 2h to 10h. The shortest is Private 2 Hours Tuktuk Tour to Sintra at 2h. The longest is Guided Tour to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca and Cascais at 10h.

Browse 39 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and book directly on Guidekin. Most tours offer instant confirmation and free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Most sightseeing tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.

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