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How do I get from Sintra to Cascais?
The quickest way to get from Sintra to Cascais is to taxi which costs €29 – €35 and takes 12 min. Is there a direct bus between Sintra and Cascais? Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estrada Ch. Men.
Can you visit Cascais and Sintra in one day?
It’s possible but it’s a bit tight. Some tours sold in hotels even do that in half-day. The thing is that Sintra, nothwest of Lisbon, has a lot to tour. Cascais/Estoril is basically beach.
How many days should you spend in Sintra?
While you can see the main highlights of Sintra in one day, we recommend at least two days in Sintra. This will allow you to see the most popular castles such as Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle, or Quinta de Regaleira, but also explore the area deeper and visit some lesser-known gems such as Monserrate Palace.
How many days should I stay in Cascais?
How many days to spend in Cascais, Portugal? If you’re short in time, then 1 day in Cascais will be enough to explore the cute historic centre of Cascais and you can even visit a beach. If you have more time, I’d recommend staying for at least 1-2 nights in Cascais.
Is it worth it to stay in Sintra?
Sintra is one of the most beautiful and most unique places in Portugal and is absolutely worth a visit. With fairytale-like castles and the most enchanting gardens, a visit to Sintra is worth your time even if you are coming from the other side of the world!
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Do you have to pay to enter Sintra?
Parque da Pena Tourist Information The entrance fee to the Parque da Pena is €7.50/€6.50/€6.50/€26.00 (adult/child/senior/family) and this includes the terraces of the Pena Palace. The full ticket to the palace and the gardens costs €14.00.
How to reach Sintra and Cascais?
Both Sintra and Cascais can be reached by day trip from Lisbon and are essential to the perfect Portugal itinerary. Located less than an hour from Lisbon, the stunning UNESCO World-Heritage Site of Sintra is like the setting of a real life fairytale.
How to get from Lisbon to Sintra?
The train from Lisbon to Sintra takes about 40 minutes from the Rossio Station and costs about 5€ for a round trip. Take the scenic train line from the Cais do Sodre Station to both destinations. The journey takes about 40 minutes and costs under 2.50€. Take the 403 bus from either Cascais or Sintra.
How do I get to Cascais by bus?
In Cascais the bus departs from the main bus station (Cascais Terminal), which is located below the Cascais Villa shopping centre, (GPS38.70129, -9.41972). For visitors arriving in Cascais, this is close to the town centre and a 5-minute walk to the Praia da Duquesa, the main beach of the town.
Is a day trip to Sintra worth it?
Sintra is, for a many, a day trip in itself. But if you tend to tire easily and would prefer to combine your trip with a few hours at the beach, you can easily combine it with some time in Cascais or Estoril. Alternatively, an excursion to Cabo da Roca is a good way to break up your day.