Moorish Castle Guided Tour

Go on a 1-hour tour of the Moorish Castle with an English-speaking guide offering captivating insights into its history under the Moors, its reconstruction, architecture, and more.

Getting started

Meet your guide near the main entrance of Moorish Castle. After a quick ticket check and security procedure, your guide will take you on a guided walk along the ancient walls.

What to expect

This UNESCO World Heritage Site, perched high in the Serra De Sintra, dates back to the 8th century and offers a window into Portugal’s medieval past and its 19th-century romantic revival.

Features

• Panoramic ramparts: Walk the castle’s exterior walls for sweeping views over Sintra, the Palace of Pena, and the Atlantic Ocean.

• Archaeological ruins: Explore remnants of ancient towers and fortifications, with expert commentary revealing their strategic importance.

• Forested trails: Traverse steep, wooded paths surrounding the castle, immersing yourself in the natural landscape that once protected this stronghold.

• Second Ring of Walls: Discover the second line of walls built along the castle’s perimeter under the reign of Afonso Henriques, after his conquest of the castle from the Moors.

• Historical insights: Learn about the castle’s origins, its role in regional defense, and its transformation under King Ferdinand II.