Feel Sintra: Royal Palaces

Royal Palaces

With transport included and self-guided access to the palaces, this experience offers complete freedom to explore Sintra without worrying about travel or access — ideal for those who want to discover the essentials in comfort and with flexibility.

Park and National Palace of Pena – A Romantic icon in the heart of the hills

At the Park and National Palace of Pena, you may visit the New Palace through a self-guided route, enriching your experience by exploring the Immersive Room, the Terraces with unforgettable views and the lush Park of Pena, where the charming Chalet of the Countess of Edla is located — a true refuge at the western edge of the park.

PNational Palace of Sintra – Where the history of Portugal takes shape

In the historic heart of the town, discover the only palace continuously inhabited throughout the entire history of Portugal. Its iconic conical chimneys and architectural authenticity make this visit unmissable for anyone wishing to understand the soul of Sintra.

What’s Included

• Self-guided visit to the National Palace of Sintra and the Park and National Palace of Pena in the “Essential Visit” format, which includes the New Palace and the entire Park of Pena, encompassing the Chalet of the Countess of Edla.
• Transport between Sintra railway station and both palaces (provided by Scotturb – route 434)
• Complete freedom to explore at your own pace for a full day
• Free digital resources to enhance your visit to the monuments, available in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French: Zoomguide – official multimedia audio guide with AI integration; Pena Maps – orientation tool for the Park of Pena, with recommended routes; Pena Quest – interactive game inviting exploration of the Park of Pena.

Monument Opening Hours

• National Palace of Pena: 9:30 > 18:30 (last entry at 18:00); Park: 9:00 > 19:00 (last entry at 18:00)
• National Palace of Sintra: 9:30 > 18:30 (last entry at 18:00); Gardens: 9:30 > 18:30 (last entry at 18:00)

Recommendations for Visiting the National Palace of Pena

• This visit requires a pre-booked date and time. Please plan your journey to Pena carefully to arrive at your scheduled entry time.
• The time shown on your ticket corresponds to your entry time to the Palace, not to the Park. The Palace is located inside the Park of Pena, at the top of a hill. After validating your ticket at the Park entrance, you should allow time for the walk up to the Palace. If you are unable to make this journey on foot, a small transfer service is available at the Park’s main entrance to take you to the Palace (a ticket for this service must be purchased in advance). Regardless of how you travel between the Park entrance and the Palace, please allow approximately 30 minutes between the two points.
• If you arrive at the Palace before your reserved time, entry will not be permitted. Please proceed to the Palace entrance only at your scheduled time. Take the opportunity to explore the Park of Pena, the largest arboretum in Portugal, home to extensive botanical collections and hidden corners, including the Chalet of the Countess of Edla.
• Please have your ticket ready when you approach the Palace at your scheduled time.
• If you arrive after your reserved time, entry will not be permitted, and your ticket will not be refunded (please consult the general terms and conditions of sale). Plan your journey carefully to avoid delays.
• The ticket is valid for a single entry only.

How to Get There

• Public Transport: To reach Sintra by train, use the Lisbon-Sintra railway line. At the terminal station in Sintra, you may use your ticket to board Scotturb route 434, which provides access to both palaces.
• Private Vehicle: Private traffic is not permitted on the access roads to these monuments. Upon arriving in Sintra, visitors are advised to use the peripheral car parks around Sintra. The stops for Scotturb route 434, included in your ticket, are located near the Sintra railway station and in São Pedro de Sintra.
• Parques de Sintra’s responsibilities are limited to the parks and monuments under its management. The company is not responsible for external circumstances, including access routes and transport to reach the sites.