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Highlights

  • Step into Portugal’s past at Sintra’s 9th-century Moorish Castle. Entry includes access to the full complex and scenic marked hiking trails.
  • Discover the storied walls, Islamic settlement, and medieval necropolis as you wander this military fortress set atop Sintra’s lush hills.
  • Climb the castle's ancient ramparts to savor panoramic views stretching from the Pena Palace to the Atlantic Ocean.
  • Add extra depth to your visit with a multilingual audio guide or join an English guided tour filled with tales of Moorish rule and Christian conquest.

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Moorish Castle tower with visitors enjoying panoramic view of Sintra, Portugal.
Stone pathway along the walls of Moorish Castle, Sintra, with scenic valley view.
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Step into the Moorish Castle’s storied stone walls and explore Sintra’s hilltop history at your own pace.

Getting started

Begin at the main entrance of the Moorish Castle, where your ticket is validated. These are dated tickets, so you can visit anytime within operating hours and stay for as long as you like, taking your time to admire the sweeping cityscapes and rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What to expect

Dating back to the 8th century, the Moorish Castle stands as a fortified landmark overlooking the Serra de Sintra and the Atlantic Ocean. Its granite walls and towers reflect centuries of Iberian history, from the Muslim occupation to medieval Christian rule.

Features

  • Second Circle of Walls: Start your exploration at this historic entry point, offering a first glimpse of the castle’s defensive architecture.

  • Islamic Houses: Walk through remnants of the original settlement, revealing the site’s early cultural layers.

  • Medieval Christian Necropolis: Visit this burial site to connect with the castle’s later Christian history.

  • Primary Wall and Old Stables: Discover how the castle’s design blended with the rugged landscape for defense and daily life.

  • Panoramic viewpoints: Enjoy sweeping views over Sintra, the Palace of Pena, and the Atlantic Ocean from the parapet walk.

You can upgrade and add a multilingual audio guide or guided tour to your visit and dive deeper into the history of this military fortress that once defended against Catholic invasions.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Entry to Moorish Castle
  • Access to surrounding hiking trails
  • Audio guide in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French (as per option selected)
  • Offline content: text, audio, narration, and maps (as per option selected)
  • English guided tour of Moorish Castle (as per option selected)
  • Dog-friendly access
  • Food and drinks

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your ticket will be emailed to you shortly after the purchase.

  • Please display the same along with a valid photo ID at the time of redemption.

  • Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

  • Show your ticket at the Castle of the Moors.

  • Address: 2710-405 Sintra, Portugal.

  • The self-guided tour starts at Second Circle of Walls of Moorish Castle.

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Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

You'll explore Sintra’s hilltop history, including storied walls from an Islamic settlement and a medieval necropolis within this military fortress.

Yes, your dated ticket permits you to visit anytime during operating hours and stay as long as desired.

From atop its ancient ramparts, savor panoramic vistas stretching from Pena Palace to the Atlantic Ocean.

Yes, entry includes access to scenic marked hiking trails around the castle complex.

Dogs are welcome. Just ensure you read and follow the guidelines before bringing your pet.

The multilingual audio guide is available in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French, depending on your selection.

It's advisable to wear sturdy walking shoes due to uneven terrain. Also, consider bringing fully charged headphones if you opt for an audio guide upgrade.

Mobile signals may be weak; it’s best to download your ticket and any digital content via WiFi before visiting.

Yes, you can join an optional English guided tour filled with tales of the castle's history from Moorish rule to Christian conquest.

Begin by validating your dated ticket at the main entrance before exploring the site and enjoying its rich historical offerings.

Bring a fully charged smartphone and your trusted headphones if choosing the audio guide upgrade. Make sure to wear sturdy walking shoes as you’ll encounter lots of uneven terrain inside the castle. Mobile signal may be weak at the site; it's best to download your ticket, audio guide, and all digital content via WiFi before your visit. Pet dogs are welcome at the castle. Make sure to read these guidelines before bringing your pet dog along.

Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.

The experience is not fully wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain and historic structures. Certain areas of the castle are wheelchair accessible. These include the inner portions of the castle, the Moorish Castle Church, the store, and the cafeteria. There is parking for disabled persons.

The audio tour is compatible only with Android (version 5.0 and later) and iOS (version 15.0 and later) smartphones. Not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 6/6 Plus or older, iPod Touch 6th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Air 1st generation, or iPad Mini 3rd generation or older. Private parking is otherwise not available. We’d recommend parking at the historic center of Sintra and relying on public transportation to reach the castle.

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