4 days in Fatima, Lisbon & Sintra Itinerary

Fátima is a civil parish in the municipality of Ourém, in the Portuguese Santarém District. Kick off your visit on the 12th (Mon): step into the grandiose world of Castelo de Leiria, see the interesting displays at Wax Museum of Fátima, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Capela Das Aparicoes.

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Lisbon to Fatima is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 60°F, and evening lows to 44°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) so you can go by car to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

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You can drive from Fatima to Lisbon in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 60°F, and evening lows to 45°F. You will leave for Sintra on the 13th (Tue).

Surrounded by rolling hills and old mansions and castles, Sintra has become known as the first center of the European Romantic style.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Tue): steep yourself in history at Castelo dos Mouros, then stop by The Sintra Gift, and then explore the historical opulence of Quinta da Regaleira.

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Sintra is very close to Lisbon. December in Sintra sees daily highs of 60°F and lows of 45°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to drive to Lisbon.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Wed): appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos, don't miss a visit to Belém Tower, take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, then make a trip to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), and finally wander the streets of Alfama. On the 15th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: engage your brain at Pavilhao do Conhecimento, then get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium, then don't miss a visit to Elevador de Santa Justa, and finally contemplate the long history of Castelo de S. Jorge.

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Lisbon is just a short distance from Sintra. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.