National Palace and Gardens of Queluz
The National Palace of Queluz charms whether for its imposing nature or the sheer exuberance of its architectural details
The National Palace of Queluz charms whether for its imposing nature or the sheer exuberance of its architectural details closely bound up with the lives of three generations of the Portuguese Royal Family and the scene of intense emotions. The Palace furthermore reflects the evolution in the tastes and styles over different period, moving from the Baroque to the Rococo and onto Neoclassicism.
Available Experiences
Choose the experience that best suits your preferences.
National Palace and Gardens of Queluz
Architectural details closely bound up with the lives of three generations of the Portuguese Royal Family and the scene of intense emotions.
- The Gardens and National Palace of Queluz
- The Palace where King Pedro IV was born and died
- King Pedro IV of Portugal and first Emperor of Brazil
- A dreamlike scenario, animated by the waterfalls
- Recursos digitais disponíveis
- Digital resources available
The Gardens of Queluz
The Queluz gardens were designed by the French architect and silversmith Jean Baptiste Robillion, invite you for a “stroll” through a period in which the court organised sumptuous parties.
- Gardens designed by Jean-Baptiste Robillion
- Malta Garden & Hanging Garden (Neptune)
- French-style parterres, lakes and statuary
- Part of the European Route of Historic Gardens
Feel Sintra: Royal Heritage
With transport included and self-guided access to the palaces, this experience offers complete freedom to explore Sintra without concerns about travel or access. Hassle-free mobility for 24 hours.
- National Palace of Queluz and National Palace of Sintra
- Total freedom to explore at your own pace for one day
- Transport provided by Scotturb – routes 434 and 435 (24-hour valid ticket).
Voluntary contribution to ecological restoration projects
When you visit the heritage sites managed by Parques de Sintra, we want to provide you with information about the greenhouse gas emissions associated with your visit. With this information, you can decide whether you wish to support the carbon sequestration projects we are developing.
- A single contribution of €2, scalable to the desired amount
- Every €2 donation goes towards planting three trees or managing invasive species in an area of 150 m²
- Contributions support ecological restoration projects in the forest reserves of Parques de Sintra
- Guaranteed feedback on the work carried out
Guided Tour of the Gardens and National Palace of Queluz
Between state rooms and historic gardens, discover Queluz with context and stories that bring this heritage to life.
- Guided tour with a tour guide
- The guided tour includes the Palace and the Gardens
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Available in Portuguese and English
At the Royal Estate of Queluz with Cláudia Thomé Witte: the death and construction of the memory of King Pedro IV
How did the death of King Pedro IV influence life at the Palace of Queluz? Come and find out!
- Venue: National Palace of Queluz
- Date: 26 September 2026
- Time: 7:00 pm
- Duration: approximately two hours
- The Encounter ends with a cocktail reception, providing an opportunity to socialise and informally exchange ideas and experiences.