A Moorish medieval castle from the 10th century, perched on a ridge right next to Palácio da Pena. Although visually less striking than its lavish neighbor, it should not be underestimated — long stone walls descend and climb the hillside, and the view from the towers stretches across the Sintra forest all the way to the Atlantic. In cooler weather and without fog, Lisbon is visible in the distance. Ideal for exploring before sunset, when crowds are smaller and the light is golden. Getting there: bus 434 from the center (shared with Pena).
The ticket is valid only for Castelo dos Mouros; a combined ticket with Palácio da Pena costs more and purchasing it online in advance is recommended. The fortress is open throughout the year, but the paths can be slippery in the rain.
Address: Rua Victor Carlos Sassetti 13, Sintra
Address: Escadinhas da Fonte da Pipa 2, Sintra
Phone: +351 21 924 3242
Address: Rua Ferraria n6, Sintra
Phone: +351 21 924 4353
Opening hours: 12:00–18:30
Address: Largo Ferreira de Castro 3, Sintra
Phone: +351 21 924 2033
Opening hours: 10:00–22:00
Address: Miradouro da Ferraria 3, Sintra
Phone: +351 21 910 9044
Opening hours: 10:00–22:00
Address: Rua Consiglieri Pedroso 12, Sintra
Phone: +351 21 096 7173
Opening hours: 10:00–23:00
Address: Rua Visconde de Monserrate 20, Sintra
Phone: +351 21 923 3438
Address: Rua Consiglieri Pedroso 2A, Sintra
Phone: +351 21 924 0759
Address: Rua Consiglieri Pedroso 19, Sintra
Phone: +351 21 924 2511
Address: Centro Historico, Rua Gil Vicente 2, Sintra
Phone: +351 915 448 999
Address: Rua Arco do Teixeira 6, Sintra
Phone: +351 925 961 074
Opening hours: 12:00–23:00
Address: Praça da República 3, Sintra
Phone: +351 21 924 4410
Opening hours: 11:00–22:00
