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The spiral Initiation Well descending into the gardens of Quinta da Regaleira.

Day trips

Quinta da Regaleira

Sintra centre · Sintra

Worth it

Worth it — the Initiation Well and gardens are the most fun you'll have in Sintra.

An estate of esoteric gardens, grottoes, and a spiralling Initiation Well, a short walk from Sintra's centre. Less crowded than Pena, more playful to explore.

  • Best time Mid-morning, after Pena's early slot.
  • Getting there A 10-minute walk downhill from Sintra's historic centre.
  • Good for Families, slow explorers, garden lovers.
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