Castelo dos Mouros Sintra Ticket
Walk along the historic battlements that follow the natural contours of the mountain terrain. Admire commanding views of the Pena Palace, Sintra’s historic centre and the coastline. Discover ancient archaeological features such as the cistern and grain silos within the complex.
Highlights
- Walk along the historic battlements that follow the natural contours of the mountain terrain.
- Admire commanding views of the Pena Palace, Sintra’s historic centre and the coastline.
- Discover ancient archaeological features such as the cistern and grain silos within the complex.
About this experience
Explore the ancient Castelo dos Mouros, a fortification founded in the 10th century during the Moorish occupation of the Iberian Peninsula. You will walk along the winding granite walls that snake across the rugged peaks of the Sintra Hills. The site offers panoramic views over the town of Sintra, the colourful Pena Palace and the vast Atlantic Ocean. Inside the walls, you can discover archaeological ruins including medieval silos, a cistern and the former Islamic Quarter.