Explore Sintra's rich natural history at its renowned museum, a treasure trove of biodiversity and geological wonders. Established to showcase the region's ecological diversity, the museum offers an immersive journey through Sintra's landscapes, from its lush forests to its rugged coastlines. Discover fascinating exhibits detailing the flora, fauna, and geological formations that shape this UNESCO World Heritage site. With interactive displays, educational programmes, and guided tours, visitors can delve into Sintra's environmental heritage and learn about conservation efforts in the region. Uncover the secrets of Sintra's natural world at this captivating museum, a must-visit for nature enthusiasts and curious minds alike.
Adjacent to the National Palace and housed in a charming former market building dating back to 1893, this museum boasts a treasure trove of over 10,000 fossils meticulously curated by Miguel and Fernanda Barbosa over five decades. Marvel at rare dinosaur fossils, including eggs, alongside an impressive array of trilobites, bivalves, and gastropods. Don't miss the star attraction: the world's sole complete Braseodactylus specimen, a remarkable flying reptile unearthed in Chapada do Araripe, Brazil.
Explore a geological showcase featuring a stunning collection of natural and polished gems, indigenous Portuguese specimens, and meteorites from across the globe, including the renowned Nantan Meteorite from China. With cutting-edge technology bringing millennia-old exhibits to life, immerse yourself in Earth's evolution. Besides the permanent display, the museum offers a versatile temporary exhibition space, a reserve collection, a laboratory, a documentation department, and onsite amenities like a shop and cafeteria.
Weekdays: 10h00 – 18h00, Weekends: 12h00 – 18h00, (last entry 17h00)
FREE
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Take the IC19 from Lisbon, IC30 from Mafra or EN9 turning off the A5 motorway to Cascais. | |
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The Scotturb buses #434 & #435 leaves from Sintra Train station and takes you to the Old Town Sintra. |
Contact Details
20 Rua do Paço, São Martinho, 2710-602 Sintra, Portugal. |
38° 48' 03.5" N | 09° 22' 41.7" W
+351 219 238 563 |
dbmu.museu.hnatural@cm-sintra.pt
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Nestled in the heart of Sintra, away from the bustling tourist spots, Chalet Saudade is a charming guest house steeped in 19th-century history, boasting picturesque views of the surrounding landscape. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout their stay. Following a meticulous five-year renovation, this guest house offers modern and cozy accommodation, adorned with elegant living rooms featuring trompe l’œil frescoes, and romantic gardens adorned with antique water fountains and ponds. Each room is equipped with tea-making facilities for added convenience. With its proximity to Sintra's transportation hub, Chalet Saudade serves as the perfect base for exploring the enchanting surroundings.
Rua Dr. Alfredo Da Costa, Nº23, 2710-524 Sintra, Portugal. | 38° 47' 56.9" N | 09° 23' 11.7" W
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Located in the historic centre of Sintra, this boutique hotel offers rooms and suites with views of the old town and Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. It has a landscaped garden where guests can relax at the courtyard bar. Its modern, spacious rooms contain flat-screen TVs and are all individually decorated. Each has a private bathroom that comes with free toiletries. Free Wi-Fi is also provided.
The Sintra Boutique Hotel offers a fine restaurant serving contemporary Portuguese cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients. Breakfast can be prepared upon request.
Rua Visconde De Monserrate nº48, 2710-591 Sintra, Portugal. | 38° 47' 45.8" N | 09° 23' 18.3" W
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Hotel Nova Sintra is conveniently close to the train station and coach/bus stops in Sintra. The hotel benefits from a large sun terrace overlooking the Sintra Mountain Range and a romantic patio shaded by large trees. It features recently renovated rooms decorated tastefully and free Wi-Fi. The rooms come equipped with a satellite TV. They are all uniquely furnished with decorative headboards and antique furniture.
Guests can enjoy breakfast on the patio or the sun terrace. Indoors there is a small living room that also functions as a restaurant and lobby area, serving traditional Portuguese dishes. The villa is situated a short walk from Sintra Old Town.
Praça da República, 2710-616 Sintra, Portugal. | 38° 47' 49.9" N | 09° 23' 27.3" W
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