Quinta da regaleira, the stage of imaginary gardens and initiation rituals of Freemasonry

The Quinta da Regaleira is a masterpiece of neo-Manueline style in Sintra

The Quinta da Regaleira is one of the most amazing monuments of Sintra, classified as World Heritage by UNESCO. It is located near the historic center of Sintra, on the route that connects the National Palace and the Palace of Seteais. This farmhouse was built between 1904 and 1910, at the last period of the monarchy, and transformed into the residence of a millionaire in 1893.

Between 1898 and 1913, along with the architect Luigi Manini, philanthropist António Carvalho Monteiro transformed the Quinta da Regaleira in an ambitious Total Art project, materializing the concept of imaginary garden - the trend since the end of century XVIII. Quinta da Regaleira is now considered a masterpiece of neo-Manueline style of the last period of Romanticism in Sintra.

Such enigmatic monument is one of the most striking examples of revivalist architecture of the country. It is famous due to its gardens and architectural elements that show signs of masonic rites and conceptions. Watch this space and see for yourself the Chapel of the Holy Trinity, the famous initiatory well, the palace, the caves, lakes and gardens that make the Quinta da Regaleira a magical setting.

Address: Rua Barbosa do Bocage 5, 2710-567 Sintra

Phone: +351 21 910 66 50

Schedule of not guided tours:

November to January from 10:00 to 17:30
February to April and October from 10:00 to 18:30
From May to September from 10:00 to 20:00
Schedule of guided tours:
November to January from 10.00

See the prices here.