Overview
Built in the early 20th century by millionaire Carvalho Monteiro and designed by Italian architect Luigi Manini in Gothic Revival style. Its most famous feature, the Initiation Well (Poço Iniciático), is a 27m spiral well said to have been inspired by Masonic initiation rites. Underground tunnels at the bottom connect to caves, waterfalls, and a lake, creating a sense of adventure. The five-story mansion is richly decorated, and hidden grottoes and benches are scattered throughout the gardens. Admission about EUR 10. About 15-minute walk from Sintra station.
Opening Hours
09:30-20:00 (winter 09:30-18:00; last entry 1 hour before closing)
Travel Tips
Wear sneakers as the underground tunnels can be dark and slippery. Morning visits are far less crowded than afternoons.
Hotels near Quinta da Regaleira
Hotels and guesthouses in Sintra, Centro, Sintra
