A Neo-Manueline estate in Sintra with a small, ornate palace of towers, pinnacles and gargoyles set in hilly, forested gardens. Inside are tiles and woodwork, while the grounds hold the Initiation Well, caves, tunnels, waterfalls, lakes, towers and winding paths.
Highlights
- Initiation Well spiral staircase
- Caves and underground tunnels
- Lakes and waterfalls
Good to know
- Book timed tickets online; slots sell out
- Queues form at the Initiation Well
- Allow three hours; many hills and stairs
