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Free booking and cancellationFree payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
Hi! I'm Jose :) I´m a local guide, born and raised in sintra. I know sintra many years before the turism started, before 1996, it was my playground and a place for locals. I heard many legends about mysticism, secrets and sintra stories, told by local elders. Later I joined a group in sintra and deepened my historical knowledge and the Portuguese spiritual tradition linked to the Templars and knights of order of christ. The passion for history comes from my father, a history teacher. Now, I'm responsible for sharing my passion and knowledge in a immersing guided view of Sintra, all the palaces from different centuries including Quinta-da-Regaleira, and Pena Palace. Local of the romanticism movement and culture, and a place of deep connection with mather nature.
Local Live History is a 120% Portuguese registered trademark and a licensed local guide by the tourism bureau of Portugal.
Learn the history and legends of the old town most representative neighbourhoods, told by real local holders and historians, getting a truly personal and insightful view of Sintra, walking through the medieval village, narrow alleys up and many palaces from different centuries of this world heritage site.
Lost in time on a genuine "back to the past" entertaining and informal guided tour where history, stories, and fun facts combine together.
Bagpack with the portuguese flag
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).