Few places in the world can envoke a sense of magic and mystery as does Sintra.  From  magical forests to romantic palaces Sintra never fails to seduce.  One of the true gems of this village is the...

Designed by Robert Trent Jones II, this 18-hole course features gently rolling hills, stately groves of oaks and pines and magnificent views of the Sintra Mountains.

Considered to be one of the oldest castles in Portugal, this structure dates back to the times of the Moor occupation from the 7th-century AD; a walk up its 500 steps of the royal tower is recommended for some incredible views.

Lying at the foot of the Sintra hills and facing the Atlantic, this superb beach is not only ideal for wind surfing but also board surfing due to the large breakers.

Known as the "Palace of the Village," this series of buildings that began in the 15th century is one of the most impressive examples of regal architecture in Portugal, which has been classified as a National Monument.

Portugal's first contemporary art museum houses a fine collection of 20th-century painting and sculpture gathered together by financier José Berardo.

Located a short distance from the historical center of Sintra, these magnificent gardens that surround the Pena Palace display a wide variety of exotic plants, from rare arboreal species of the Northern climates to subtropical plants and flowers.

The Texeira studio is now an art musuem displaying their collection of marble art.

The freshest fish can be purchased at this popular market open to the public and restaurateurs.