A Travel Price Comparison for Portugal Sintra vs. Mangualde for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sintra or Mangualde?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Sintra or Mangualde? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Sintra or Mangualde?

Sintra

Located just 28 kilometers from Lisbon, Sintra is a town that was, for a long time, home to Portuguese royalty leading up to the 1910 revolution. In town you will find a Royal Palace and in the surrounding area there is a Moorish Castle, and the Pena Palace, which dates back to the 19th century. The town is on the Estoril Coast near the Sintra Mountains, making its setting very dramatic, beautiful and picturesque. The surrounding hills are actually designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site because they offer a great combination of both cultural importance and natural beauty.

Which place is cheaper, Mangualde or Sintra?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sintra is €115, while the average daily cost in Mangualde is €0.00. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Sintra and Mangualde in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sintra 57
    Mangualde -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sintra 114
    Mangualde 0.00
Compare Hotels in Sintra and Mangualde

Looking for a hotel in Sintra or Mangualde? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Sintra


Hotels in Mangualde


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Sintra Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sintra 21
    Mangualde -

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sintra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sintra:

  • Transfer from Lisbon Airport to Cascais, Sintra or Estoril: $98
  • Transfer Cascais to Lisbon(8pax): $111
  • Transfer Cascais to Lisbon(3pax): $100
  • Transfer Aeroporto de Lisboa para Sintra: $54
  • TRANSFER Cascais to Lisbon Airport: $83
  • Private Transfer Lisbon & Cascais by Executive Van or Car: $74
  • Lisbon Airport: Cascais/Estoril/Sintra Private Transfer: $58
  • Lisbon Airport Transfer to Cascais / Sintra / Estoril: $52
  • Estoril, Cascais or Sintra Private Transfer to Lisbon: $28
  • Ericeira Private Transfer from / to Lisbon: $61
  • Algarve vs Lisbon: Private Transfer to/from Algarve /Lisbon: $444

Is it cheaper to fly into Sintra or Mangualde?

Prices for flights to both Mangualde and Sintra change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Sintra 42
    Mangualde -

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sintra

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sintra.

  • Half-Day Ericeira Walking Food Tour: $55
  • Portuguese Traditional Cuisine: DINNER OR TAPAS : $94
  • Portuguese Cooking Workshop in Cascais (group of 4 min): $94

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sintra 23
    Mangualde -

Tours and Activities in Sintra

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sintra are as follows:

  • Half Day Private Wine and Traditional Tile Making Tour: $128
  • 2 Hour Private Picnic and Photoshoot Experience in Lisbon area: $189
  • 4 hour Private MTB Enduro Trail Tour in Sintra Mountain: $133
  • Amazing Sintra tour: $93
  • Cascais Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $220
  • Cascais Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.10
  • Cascais-Sintra E-Bike Tour: Discover Its Natural Beauty: $161
  • E- Bike Self Guide Tour: $59
  • ERICEIRA | LIZANDRO RIVER AND SEA E-BIKE BTT TOUR 2h30 HOURS: $75
  • Ericeira Private Tour: Hidden Gastronomic Treasures with Lunch : $110
  • Ericeira: 2h Sunset E-BIKE BTT tour: $78
  • Ericeira: 2h30 Hours E-Bike Tour To Mafra: $54

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sintra 17
    Mangualde -

Sample the Local Flavors in Sintra

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sintra:

  • Half-Day Tour in Cascais / Sintra with Brunch and Wine Tasting: $61
  • Wine Tasting Tour: $83
  • Hidden Gems: Sintra & Cascais Private Tour with Wine Tasting: $184
  • From Lisbon Private Tour to Porto with Port Wine Tasting: $239


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sintra and Mangualde, we can see that Sintra is more expensive. And not only is Mangualde much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mangualde would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mangualde and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Sintra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sintra than you might in Mangualde.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sintra Expensive? and Is Mangualde Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Sintra or Mangualde?

Sintra has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Mangualde. When comparing the sizes of Sintra and Mangualde, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.