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National Palace of Ajuda Tickets

Courtyard of National Palace of Ajuda, Lisbon with arched entrance and visitors.

National Palace of Ajuda facade with purple flowers in Lisbon, Portugal.

Formal garden with fountain at National Palace of Ajuda, Lisbon.

Clock tower at the National Palace of Ajuda, Lisbon, under a clear blue sky.

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Immerse yourself in Lisbon's neo-classical history as you visit the National Palace of Ajuda. Upgrade and benefit from the Lisbon all-access cards.

4.4/5

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Guibal

Oct 2025

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4/5

Good organization for picking up the card at the airport. Very convenient for public transport, with a top-notch network. Access to the 28 tramway is a little difficult, but it's better to take it on the way rather than at the terminus, as recommended, because it takes over an hour to get on, even though the stops are marked along the way. The only drawback is that entrance fees are included, as it's hard to know where to go depending on the location. In fact, at the Belém monastery, we were refused entry despite having a valid card.

Joseph

Sep 2025

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5/5

it made my trip memorable and i got to use the public transportation which was very safe and clean....especially the metro....i swear you could eat off the floor......even the rails areas were spotless...not a bit of trash anywhere.....makes our underground networks in america look like dumps.....the card saved me nearly 100 dollars in transfers from and to the airport....loved it

Nina

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Very useful to have travel and have entry to key historical sites taken care of in one card. It was very easy to collect and use. We used it to get into the castle, Jeronimos monastery and then on the tram, metro and train from Cascais. We would have done the Belém tower as well but it was closed for maintenance.

Visit the former royal palace of Lisbon, the only one that is open to the public, with tickets to the National Palace of Ajuda.

Discover a vast collection of over 17,000 porcelain, earthenware, and stoneware works, and marvel at decorative arts such as paintings, and sculpture.

Opt for a Lisbon Card which gives you access to multiple attractions such as National Museum of Contemporary Art, Chiado Museum with 24 to 72-hour validity.

Your card gives you access to public transport including metros, buses, and even the famous Santa Justa Lift.

Fun fact: The Ajuda Palace was initially built as a temporary encampment where King José I took up residence.

Entry to the National Palace of Ajuda

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Heather
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Includes lot of most famous sights and museums to suit every taste! Although a walkable city, the distance between areas can take precious time out of your break and the transport included is very useful . Train to Sintra is included in the ticket but not bus once you are there so need to pay public transport/tour bus/taxi or tuc tuc. Check what days things are closed as museums closed on Mondays and churches/monasteries possibly closed some days? Gives you discounts on other sights not included. Once there you can pick up small leaflet from information office that gives you a very comprehensive list of all sights and what is included for free, discounted sights and closeness that fits in your pocket! Several included sights give you fantastic views of city - Rua agusta arch, st. Jorges castle (go up through the streets of Alfama and use the outside esculator and take in views!) also you can go to top of the monument of the discoveries! Take opportunity to look into some of the museums included that you may not necessarily have gone in had you had to pay individually and you Will no doubt be rewarded with a great experience. Treasury museum and carriage museum two examples! Great value for money and gives you extra experiences you may not have considered to dip into as you pass by.
Guibal
Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Good organization for picking up the card at the airport. Very convenient for public transport, with a top-notch network. Access to the 28 tramway is a little difficult, but it's better to take it on the way rather than at the terminus, as recommended, because it takes over an hour to get on, even though the stops are marked along the way. The only drawback is that entrance fees are included, as it's hard to know where to go depending on the location. In fact, at the Belém monastery, we were refused entry despite having a valid card.
Wim
Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
A lot of attractions are included. It was also very handy we could take public transport to see more attractions. 2 remarks: 2 major attractions were closed(Torre de Belem and Justa lift) jeronimosmonastery, we arrived 2 hours before closing time but not possible to visit anymore
Cazin
Oct 2025
Verified booking
3/5
- The entry to the chateau st georges in LISBON was fast thanks to this card. On the other hand . It was specified that there was a 10% discount for admission to the SINTRA palace. Seeing the reduced senior rates, we didn't get the 10%, which isn't normal.
Chantal
Oct 2025
Verified booking
3/5
There was no explanation for the Bilbao cards access to the Belém monastery. It's free if all the other tickets haven't been sold. We were turned away twice over 2 days. We pass between the tickets we bought, so we're not sure we'll get in.

Stroll through royal quarters

Known as the residence of the Portuguese royal family from the reign of King D. Luís I to the end of the monarchy in 1910, this palace was revitalized by Queen D. Maria Pia de Sabóia in 1862. Marvel at the original arrangement and decor of the rooms, preserved to this day. Take the opportunity to stroll through this magnificent site, especially the monarch's quarters and the throne room from the 18th to the 19th century. Strategically placed atop the Ajuda hill, enjoy panoramic views of the River Tagus. Take note of the important collections from the 18th and 19th centuries, including decorative arts in gold and silverware, jewelry, textiles, ceramics, glassware, engravings, and more!

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If you're wondering about getting around the rest of the city, opt for the Lisbon Card! With the option of a 24, 48, or 72-hour valid card, enjoy unlimited travel on city transport. In addition, get free admission to 35 different museums and historic buildings and learn about the city's fascinating history. Visit the city's popular attractions like the Jerónimos Monastery, the National Costume Museum, the Belém Tower, and the National Museum of the Azulejo. Curate your own itinerary for traveling within this glorious city.

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National Palace of Ajuda

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National Palace of Ajuda

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