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Sintra: National Palace and Gardens Skip-the-Line Ticket

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Sintra: National Palace and Gardens Skip-the-Line Ticket
4.277576 out of 5 stars
4.3
4.277576 out of 5 stars
825 reviews
Likely to sell out

Explore Palacio Nacional Sintra, the only palace built during the Middle Ages by Portuguese monarchs that has survived to the present day virtually intact. This monument is distinguished by its outstanding historical, architectural, and artistic value.

About this ticket

Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
Duration 1 hour
Check availability to see starting times
Skip the ticket line
Audio guide included
Portuguese, English, Spanish, French

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

R
Rene – Canada

A terrific Palace with history that goes back 800 years! Lovely rooms and staircases with splendid features and variety of furniture. Art and pools and gardens ooh la la!

H
Henry – United Kingdom

I wasn't sure which of the two palaces in Sintra to visit, so we chose the National Palace for the cheaper price. It was a wonderful experience, especially the unexpected and breathtaking Heraldic Room, and the Chapel. The online guide was excellent and very informative.

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Highlights

  • Explore the thousand year-old history of the National Palace of Sintra
  • Marvel at the best-preserved medieval royal palace in Portugal
  • Walk in the footsteps of Portuguese royals
  • Visit one of the most important and historical monuments of Portugal, right in the heart of Sintra
  • Admire the Manueline and Mudejar architecture and water features of the courtyards

Full description

Explore 1,000 years of Portuguese history with a skip-the-line entry ticket to the National Palace of Sintra. Enter the historic monument, first built as a Moorish castle after the Umayyad conquest of Hispania in the 8th century. Follow in the footsteps of the first king of Portugal, who extended the fortress in 1147.

Marvel at how later extensions made use of the natural landscape as you admire the Manueline and Mudejar designs of the interior courtyards and discover windows with surmounted arches and walls covered in glazed tiles of geometric patterns.

Includes

  • Entry ticket to the National Palace of Sintra
  • Free audio guide via app (Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French)
  • Guided tour
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

  •  National Palace of Sintra opening hours: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM. Last admission 5:30 PM.
  • Please check the opening hours and last admission time.

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Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 825 reviews

Review summary

  • Value for money
    4.1/5

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Rene – CanadaMarch 25, 2025 – Verified booking
A terrific Palace with history that goes back 800 years! Lovely rooms and staircases with splendid features and variety of furniture. Art and pools and gardens ooh la la!
H
Henry – United KingdomMarch 7, 2025 – Verified booking
I wasn't sure which of the two palaces in Sintra to visit, so we chose the National Palace for the cheaper price. It was a wonderful experience, especially the unexpected and breathtaking Heraldic Room, and the Chapel. The online guide was excellent and very informative.
M
Mitchell – United StatesDecember 31, 2024 – Verified booking
Great tour through the castle well worth the money. No line to enter and not as busy as other castles near by.

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