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Pena Palace & Monserrate Palace Exclusive Access Tickets

4.5/5(25,540)

Virginia M

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

I thought it was great how easy it was to buy the tickets and then see them appear in the app. The Pena Palace and the Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra are must-see attractions if you’re visiting the Lisbon area. If you take bus 435 to the Quinta and bus 434 to the Pena Palace, remember to be at the bus stop well in advance, since they can come very frequently—or you might end up waiting at the stop for 30 minutes. We arrived late relative to our ticket purchase time, but they didn’t give us any trouble getting in.

Eloi R

Family

Verified booking

5 days ago

The Quinta da Regaleira has truly fascinating corners, like the famous initiatory well and its network of tunnels, but the overall experience is greatly diminished by the tourist overcrowding. It's almost impossible to enjoy the mysticism or the peace of its gardens when you have to wait in monumental lines just to take a picture or to walk the paths. Furthermore, the lack of crowd control makes a place that should be magical become a stressful and uncomfortable space to visit.

Gustavo F

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Both palaces and their gardens are truly marvelous. We especially liked the Regaleira Palace much better, with its caves, fountains, and the spectacular inverted well. As for the Pena Palace, it was a cloudy and foggy day, and the scenery wasn’t as striking as it would have been under clear skies. What I liked least was the massive crowd at the Pena Palace—it was a real shame. It was like lice in a seam. We didn’t enjoy it as much as we did the Regaleira Palace.

Sven A

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The line was extremely long just to get into the park (even with a ticket). I don't understand how they could handle it so poorly. It was really awful. The actual attraction, though, was great. I’d recommend the park to anyone. There’s a lot to see, and I’d definitely go back. You don’t get to see grottoes, caves, and miniature castles like that every day.

Gabriel G

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

I enjoyed the tour of the Pena Palace and the various terraces because of the views they offer. The park is pleasant to walk through, although all the hills are tiring. Well-organized. Quinta da Regaleira: The palace and chapel are very beautiful on the outside, though there isn’t much to see inside. The most interesting thing to see was the Initiation Well. Very pleasant café.

Isabel V

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It was an unforgettable day—the forests, the fountains, the castle, and the surrounding area—everything was so beautiful. A very special day. It was a cold day, but that meant we were able to spend August admiring the castle and the gardens, the cross, and the chalet. The forests make the setting truly special.

Explore Sintra's two hilltop palaces in one easy plan, linking Pena's royal complex with Monserrate's botanical estate on a single ticket.

At Pena Palace & Park, skip-the-line entry takes you to the palace, terraces and Chalet

At Monserrate Palace & Park, use included entry and a free audio guide to explore the palace halls and gardens at your own pace today.

Cover both Sintra sites in a single day at your own pace; use the round-trip shuttle inside Pena Park and pay less than separate tickets overall.

Pena Palace & Park:

Entry to Pena Palace and Park

Skip the line entry to Pena Palace and Park

Access to the New Palace, terraces, and Chalet of the Countess of Edla

Round-trip shuttle service between Pena Park and Pena Palace

Free maps and Pena Quest interactive game

Monserrate Palace & Park:

Entry to Monserrate Palace and Park

Free audio guide in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Michael O
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Pena Palace is absolutely breathtaking! It’s charming, colorful, and beautifully nestled in the countryside, with incredible views stretching all the way to Lisbon. The interior tour was very well organized and moved quickly. Even though there were a lot of visitors, the waiting time was minimal, making the experience enjoyable from start to finish. The palace also has a lovely gift shop and café that are worth visiting. The walk up from town is quite steep and hilly, but it’s absolutely worth the effort. If you’d rather skip the climb, there are plenty of tuk-tuks and taxis available. We’re so happy we booked our tickets through Headout—it made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. Pena Palace was definitely one of the highlights of our trip!
Gabriel G
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
I enjoyed the tour of the Pena Palace and the various terraces because of the views they offer. The park is pleasant to walk through, although all the hills are tiring. Well-organized. Quinta da Regaleira: The palace and chapel are very beautiful on the outside, though there isn’t much to see inside. The most interesting thing to see was the Initiation Well. Very pleasant café.
Huarong J
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
It was a wonderful visit, and everything went great. Even though we arrived late at the palace, they let us in. Thank you! It was a really great experience.
Virginia M
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
I thought it was great how easy it was to buy the tickets and then see them appear in the app. The Pena Palace and the Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra are must-see attractions if you’re visiting the Lisbon area. If you take bus 435 to the Quinta and bus 434 to the Pena Palace, remember to be at the bus stop well in advance, since they can come very frequently—or you might end up waiting at the stop for 30 minutes. We arrived late relative to our ticket purchase time, but they didn’t give us any trouble getting in.
Cristina M
Group
Verified booking
Jul 2026
A day in Sintra with a visit to the Pena Palace. There were lots of people in line, but the ticket times were honored! Inside the palace, the tour moves slowly but is absolutely beautiful—especially for the panoramic views and the vantage points from which you can admire the park and, above all, the palace’s exterior. The tour of Quinta da Regaleira is surprising, with its initiation well and underground tunnels: you even emerge right beneath a waterfall... A must-see. The combined ticket with fixed times is very convenient.

Visit Pena Palace and Monserrate Palace & Park in one day with skip-the-line access, audio guides, and a round-trip shuttle within Pena Park.

Getting started

Start by displaying your mobile or printed combo tickets at the entrance of each site, first at Pena Park and later at Monserrate Park. At Pena, use your skip-the-line entry to move directly towards the access point, then take the round-trip shuttle service between Pena Park and Pena Palace. Keep your tickets ready for standard security checks and have your audio guide app and headphones set up before you begin exploring.

What to expect

Pena Palace & Park

Set in the hills above Sintra, Pena Palace & Park combines royal interiors, panoramic terraces, and expansive parklands in a single visit.

Features

Use your skip-the-line entry to Pena Palace and Park to bypass the main ticket queues and head straight towards the palace area.

Explore the New Palace and walk the terraces that overlook the surrounding Sintra hills, then continue to the Chalet of the Countess of Edla nestled within the park.

Ride the round-trip shuttle service between Pena Park and Pena Palace so you can save time and energy on the steep uphill stretch.

Follow a self-guided tour with a visitor assistant on hand and listen to your audio guide in Portuguese, French, English, and Spanish as you move through key rooms and viewpoints.

Navigate easily with free maps and add a playful element to your visit with the Pena Quest interactive game available on-site.

Monserrate Palace & Park

A short journey away, Monserrate Palace & Park offers a quieter side of Sintra with eclectic architecture and rich botanical gardens.

Features

Walk into Monserrate Palace, a 19th-century residence that blends Arabic Gothic, Moorish, Indian, and other influences in its decorative halls and arcades.

Stroll through one of the richest botanical gardens in the region, where waterfalls, ruined chapels, age-old araucarias, and palm trees line scenic paths.

Take time to discover hidden nooks and crannies across the estate, from shaded walkways to viewpoints framed by exotic foliage.

Learn more about the history and design of Monserrate with a free audio guide in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French.

Wrapping up

Once you have finished at both Pena Palace & Park and Monserrate Palace & Park, you are free to continue exploring Sintra on your own schedule. Since hotel transfers and a separate guide service at Monserrate are not included, you can choose the transport and timing that best fits the rest of your day in the area.

Pena Palace & Park

What to bring

Ticket and ID: Display your mobile voucher and bring a valid photo ID for ticket verification.

Footwear: Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will walk a considerable amount and on uneven paths.

Water: Carry a refillable water bottle so you can refuel during your visit.

Headphones and phone: Bring your own headphones and a fully charged phone to use the app audio guide, if included.

What's not allowed

Pets: Do not bring pets, except registered guide dogs which are permitted.

Smoking: Avoid smoking inside the palace as it is strictly prohibited.

Large bags: Do not bring large bags or luggage to make security checks smoother.

Equipment: Do not carry tripods or drones, as these are not allowed inside.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: Wheelchair access is available in some areas, but uneven terrain and stairs make other parts challenging.

Guide dogs: Guide dogs are allowed and can accompany guests who need them.

Additional information

Ticket delivery: Your voucher will be emailed, so check your inbox and read the final instructions carefully.

Entry time: Your selected time slot applies to palace entry, so reach the park entrance early to allow for the 30 minute walk.

Entrance to use: Use the house tour entrance for access instead of the main gate.

Crowds and checks: Expect security checks and possible waits of around 15 to 20 minutes at busy times.

Transport inside park: Private vehicles are not allowed inside; use pedestrian trails or the shuttle.

Parking: Parking is available in Sintra’s historic center and outer lots, but spaces can be limited.

Shuttle service: The shuttle offers round-trip transfers between the park entrance and Pena Palace.

Resident benefit: Portugal residents may enjoy free access to parks and monuments on Sundays and public holidays.

Audio guide access: The audio guide is provided via an app, and download instructions come with your ticket.

Monserrate Palace & Park

What to bring

Ticket and ID: Show your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID at the Park and Palace of Monserrate.

Arrival time: Arrive 10 to 15 minutes before your scheduled time to avoid delays.

Headphones: Bring your own headphones to enjoy the free audio guide comfortably.

What's not allowed

Accessibility

Additional information

Ticket delivery: Your ticket will be emailed shortly after purchase, so check the details before you visit.

Redemption point: Redeem your ticket at the Park and Palace of Monserrate, 2710-405 Sintra, Portugal.

Opening hours: The park and palace open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM; last park entry is at 5:00 PM and palace entry at 5:30 PM.

Audio guide: A free audio guide is available in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French, and works best with personal headphones.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.