Spend a magical day exploring the Palace of Sintra, the only palace built in the Middle Ages by the Portuguese monarchy that has survived to the present day, virtually intact!
-
Explore Portugal’s most lived-in royal palace with roots from over a thousand years ago and experience its intricate blend of architectural styles.
-
Walk in the footsteps of the Portuguese monarchy in intricately designed rooms such as the Swan Room, Galley Hall, and Coat of Arms Room.
-
Marvel at the massive pagoda in the Chinese room — a unique gift from the private collection of Queen Carlota Joaquina of Spain.
-
Check out the largest collection of Spanish-Moorish tiles in situ in Europe, and one of the finest examples of Mudejar architecture in the Chapel.
-
-
Entry to the National Palace of Sintra
-
Free audio guide in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French
-
-
Guided tour
-
Food and drinks
-
Transport
-
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
How do we collect reviews?
Guests from Spain, United Kingdom, United States and over 23 countries have loved this experience
Leo
Jul, 2024
I took the Sintra train from Rossio station very early in the morning to avoid too many tourists...turns out that I actually wanted to visit Pena Palace over the National Palace of Sintra...but I visited NPS in the afternoon...the day at Sintra was gorgeous weather and every photo taken looked awesome as a first time visitor to Portugal! I enjoyed the layout of the town being on the hills with Pena Palace way up on top of the hill, and the moorish Castle defending the palace below a ways down a little. I saved a bit of money on the circular bus by hiking up to Pena Castle earlier at around 8:00 am from the National Palace...the morning fog eventually lifted away as I got higher up. After touring the Pena Palace and Moorish Castle I took a one way bus ride down back to the historic center station and finally visited the NPS and had a great late lunch at Café da Villa. A stay overnight is recommended for a deeper visit into this historical town.
Christopher
Jun, 2024
We had no expectations, my partner and I when we turned up. The whole experience was informative and filled with interesting artefacts and a stunning garden. An overall enjoyable experience.
Eugine
Oct, 2024
Breath taking! nice experience and walking around town was a bonus.
Janet
Sep, 2024
Our guide gave a great informative tour. The palace was extraordinarily interesting and beautiful.Valery
Mar, 2025
the national palace of sintra perfect as an organization, the route was clear and very interesting, instead quinta from regaleira I found it unclear at the level of map and route, but still we got by and it was a unique experienceView original review in Italian
Grab these tickets to The Palace of Sintra so you can explore over 1,000 years of Portuguese history. The palace is immediately discernible by its two conical chimneys - a characteristic trait of Sintra itself. With its richly decorated rooms, galleries and corridors, it was a favorite for a succession of Portuguese royal families and their retinues, right until the end of the monarchy in 1910.
Spend your time marveling at how the natural landscape was used to merge Manueline, Gothic, and Mudejar designs. The windows with surmounted arches and walls covered in glazed tiles of geometric patterns are a testament to medieval brushwork and craftsmanship.
What to bring
-
Carry plenty of water, a hat, and sunglasses if you're visiting in the summer.
-
Bring your camera along to capture images of the palace's interiors and gardens.
-
Ensure your phone's fully charged and bring your trusted earphones along for the best audio guide experience.
What's not allowed
-
Large backpacks, suitcases, drones, and selfie sticks are not allowed at the palace.
-
Pets are not allowed at the palace except for a guide dog.
Timings
-
Palace: 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM
-
Gardens: 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM
-
Last entry: 6:00 PM
Accessibility
-
The palace is wheelchair accessible, but some areas might be hard to reach.
-
You can bring your guide dogs to the venue.
Additional information
-
Enjoy a free audio guide in Portuguese, Spanish, English or French! Bring headphones for the best listening experience.
-
Download the free Zoom Guide app before you visit the National Palace of Sintra. It has multilingual audio guides, images, and text that can help you navigate the venue better. You can also download the content and access it offline if you don’t have access to the internet.
-
-
Your ticket will be emailed to you shortly
-
Please display the ticket on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
Ticket redemption point
- Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
-
Similar experiences you'd love
Top things to do in Lisbon
Browse by themes
Nearby cities to explore
Get the Headout app, save up to 80%
Enjoy exclusive deals, offline access to your tickets & live booking updates.
