Can you live in Sintra?

The village is one of the richest local Portuguese at this level, especially the Pena Palace, the Palace of Seteais, Monserrate Palace, the Moorish Castle, several churches, farms and many other interesting sites. Sintra gathers no doubt several features that make it one of the most pleasant places to live in Portugal.



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Sintra is generally a safe place, even during the night. It's a popular tourist destination and the local police maintain a solid presence. However, like anywhere, it's important to stay vigilant, especially when walking alone. Avoid deserted areas and always be aware of your surroundings.

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I would stay in Sintra if I just wanted to take it easy. I would stay in Lisboa if I wanted to visit all the big sights (Castelo Sao Jorge, Jeronimos, Gulbenkian, etc.). It is very easy to travel between Sintra and Lisboa, taking the train from Rossio Station. (DO NOT take the train after dark, it is VERY dangerous.

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Sintra has a slightly different climate to Lisbon and Cascais due to the high elevation and the prevailing winds that blow in moist air from the Atlantic Ocean. Sintra is only 15km from Lisbon but is always 2-5 degrees cooler and this is most noticeable in the summer.

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The air can be quite humid due to the closeness of both the Atlantic Ocean and the breathing of the lush vegetation of the mountain. This is also the reason why in the summer months the Sintra temperatures don´t rise much over 30º and can be up to 5º less than in the neighbouring Lisbon.

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Taking into consideration that Sintra's entire municipality has an estimated population of around 380,000 people, the number of annual visitors to this picturesque location far surpasses its resident population.

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Hidden among its majestic pine forest, you will discover whimsical palaces, extravagant villas and the ruins of a 10th-century Moorish castle. This variety of fascinating historic buildings and stunning natural scenery, makes Sintra an outstanding tourist destination.

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The cost of living in Cascais reflects its location by the sea, its proximity to Lisbon, and the lifestyle it offers.

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In Sintra, you can get around by walking, by bus, or by taxi. If you're just in Sintra for 24 hours, walking will take up too much time. With that amount of time, it's best to take the train from Lisbon to Sintra, and then use Sintra's bus lines or taxis to get around.

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No contest, choose Sintra. Go to Sintra in a blink of an eye. If you had more time and money to spend, taking a look at Obidos would be nice, but there is not too much to see besides the medivial castle. Now in Sintra area you'll have a blast with all you can do and see.

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Sintra is a quaint little town in Portugal, located just over an hour away from Lisbon. The small town sits at the top of a mountain and is famous for its beautiful parks and castles.

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