Park and National Palace of Pena
Surrounded by lush vegetation, the Park and National Palace of Pena form a unique ensemble that stands out at the summit of the Sintra landscape.
These are official experiences created and delivered by Parques de Sintra, the institution that manages the monument. The National Palace of Pena can be explored at your own pace or with expert guidance — from the Essential Visit to the Palace, to the Park Visit (85 hectares), and the Guided Tour with access to the Private Apartments. For a truly unique experience, the Theatrical Visit blends heritage with live theatre, revealing Pena’s history and atmosphere in an intimate format. Choose the ticket that best matches your time and the experience you’re looking for.
Available Experiences
Choose the experience that best suits your preferences.
Park and Palace of Pena: Theatrical Visit
An exclusive, intimate experience that blends a visit with live performance. A story centred on Queen Amélia, bringing Pena to life in a memorable, emotional way.
- 1 hour 30 minutes of live theatre
- Capacity: max. 20 people
- New Wing + Private Apartments
- Full Park access (including the Chalet of the Countess of Edla)
Park and Palace of Pena: Guided Visit
A small-group guided tour with access to the New Wing and the Private Apartments. Includes guidance from the Park entrance and a transfer to the Palace.
- New Wing + Private Apartments + Pena Park
- Small group (max. 25 people)
- Guidance from the Park entrance + transfer included
- 1 hour 30 minutes · Available in Portuguese and English
Feel Sintra: Royal Palaces
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 Pena (includes the "Essential Visit" and the entirety of the Pena Park, which includes the Countess d'Edla's Chalet)
- 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).
Visit to the Park of Pena
Explore a 85-hectare Romantic landscape at your own pace, with paths, gardens, lakes and viewpoints. Includes access to the Chalet of the Countess of Edla and the Quinta da Pena.
- 85 hectares to explore
- Chalet of the Countess of Edla + Palace Terraces
- Digital resources with suggested routes to explore Pena
Horse and Pony Rides
Two ways to experience Pena Park to the rhythm of hoofbeats: pony rides for children and horse rides for those who want to explore D. Fernando II’s landscape.
- Location/meeting point: Pena Park Stables (Abegoaria) · Hours: 10:00 am–5:20 pm
- Pony ride: 20 min · €10 per child · max weight: 45 kg
- Horse ride: 30 min · €15 (1) / €30 (2) / €45 (3) · weight: 45–100 kg
- Online tickets (Park entry ticket required)
- Enter via Lagoa’s Gate or Main Gate · arrive 30 min early · weather dependent
Carriage Rides
To the sound of Klopp, an Ardennes horse, enjoy an unforgettable ride through the natural heritage of the Sintra Hills — a calm and distinctive way to experience Pena Park.
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Capacity: max. 5 people (for a private ride, book the full capacity)
- Meeting point / start: inside Pena Park (recommended entry via Vale dos Lagos, near Fonte dos Passarinhos)
- Tickets online only; Park entry ticket is required in addition to the ride