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Combo (Save 5%): National Palace of Sintra + Monserrate Palace & Park Tickets

National Palace of Sintra with iconic chimneys and surrounding gardens.
Monserrate Palace in Sintra with ornate architecture and lush gardens.
Interior arches and ornate details of Monserrate Palace, Sintra.
National Palace of Sintra with iconic chimneys and surrounding landscape.

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9:30am - 6:30pm

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Book this terrific combo and discover the stunning beauty of Monserrate Palace, a masterpiece of romanticism along with the iconic National Palace of Sintra, the oldest palace in Portugal!

4.3/5(809)

Indrė Č

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The National Palace of Sintra delivers a highly efficient historical overview located squarely in the town centre, bypassing the logistical friction of accessing the hilltop estates. The structure is distinguished by its functional 33-metre conical chimneys and serves as Portugal's best-preserved medieval royal residence. The interior layout follows a logical progression through distinct Moorish and Manueline architectural periods, with the Swan Room and Magpie Room providing clear examples of period-accurate tile work and ceiling artistry. Securing digital tickets in advance with Headout completely eliminates the entry queue, ensuring a low-friction start to the visit. Navigation is straightforward, though arriving at opening time is necessary to circumvent the tour group bottlenecks that impede movement. It is a dense, evidence-rich site that effectively communicates the chronological shifts in Portuguese royal history without the excessive time commitment demanded by the larger surrounding parklands

Patrícia F

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The Portuguese royal family’s palace in Sintra is amazing. The highlight for us was the main hall, where the coats of arms of the noble families of that era adorn the ceiling. As for the Pena Palace, it’s like something out of a fairy tale! I loved visiting both...

Unai R

Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A visit to Quinta da Regaleira is a must for anyone traveling to Sintra. And to a lesser extent, but equally worth seeing, is the National Palace of Sintra.
    • Explore Sintra’s heritage at the Monserrate Palace & the magnificent National Palace of Sintra while saving money with the combo.

    • Discover the rich history of Sintra as you walk through the elaborate interiors featuring Europe’s oldest Mudejar tiles at the National Palace of Sintra.

    • Admire the beautiful decor & artifacts of Portugal’s oldest palace and walk its gardens.

    • Make your way to visit the enchanting Monserrate Palace with its dreamy architecture & adorned with intricate designs.

    • Take a walk in the Palace’s prolific gardens with exotic foliage. Come across Beckford’s Waterfall, the Japanese garden & the scented path.

    • Entry ticket to the National Palace of Sintra

    • Entry ticket to Monserrate Palace & Park

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    What our guests say

    Indrė Č

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Last week
    The National Palace of Sintra delivers a highly efficient historical overview located squarely in the town centre, bypassing the logistical friction of accessing the hilltop estates. The structure is distinguished by its functional 33-metre conical chimneys and serves as Portugal's best-preserved medieval royal residence. The interior layout follows a logical progression through distinct Moorish and Manueline architectural periods, with the Swan Room and Magpie Room providing clear examples of period-accurate tile work and ceiling artistry. Securing digital tickets in advance with Headout completely eliminates the entry queue, ensuring a low-friction start to the visit. Navigation is straightforward, though arriving at opening time is necessary to circumvent the tour group bottlenecks that impede movement. It is a dense, evidence-rich site that effectively communicates the chronological shifts in Portuguese royal history without the excessive time commitment demanded by the larger surrounding parklands

    Maria O

    Group
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    I loved the beautiful, spacious palace, which has a large park where you can take a walk and relax, as well as nature trails to explore

    Patrícia F

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Last week
    The Portuguese royal family’s palace in Sintra is amazing. The highlight for us was the main hall, where the coats of arms of the noble families of that era adorn the ceiling. As for the Pena Palace, it’s like something out of a fairy tale! I loved visiting both...

    Unai R

    Solo
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    A visit to Quinta da Regaleira is a must for anyone traveling to Sintra. And to a lesser extent, but equally worth seeing, is the National Palace of Sintra.

    Maria L

    Group
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    The helpfulness of the staff at the Palace and the small number of visitors during the time we were there.
  • ** National Palace of Sintra **

    Get ready to explore over 1,000 years of Portuguese history. The palace is immediately discernible by its two conical chimneys - a characteristic trait of Sintra itself. With its richly decorated rooms, galleries and corridors, it was a favorite for a succession of Portuguese royal families and their retinues, right until the end of the monarchy in 1910.

    Spend your time marveling at how the natural landscape was used to merge Manueline, Gothic and Mudejar designs. The windows with surmounted arches and walls covered in glazed tiles of geometric patterns are a testament to medieval brushwork and craftsmanship.

    ** Monserrate Palace & Park **

    You don’t need to be a historian or an architectural aficionado to know that Monserrate Palace is a work of art. A summer residence bearing witness to the eclectic tastes of a bygone era with the main halls adorned with alabaster statues and decorative symbols. Ornate details never giving the impression of being over the top, reflecting Indian and Moorish influences, that come together to birth beautiful design. On entry, you’ll receive a map that will allow you to truly get into the skin of the place. The best way to go about your tour would be to start by exploring the garden, through the scenic path. Along this winding path, you will see contrasting sceneries with waterfalls, ruined chapels, age-old araucarias, and palm trees. Home to 3,000 exotic species and separated by geographical areas, the garden offers a lens into the diverse origins of plants in the world.

  • National Palace of Sintra

    Monday9:30am - 6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
    Tuesday9:30am - 6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
    Wednesday9:30am - 6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
    Thursday9:30am - 6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
    Friday9:30am - 6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
    Saturday9:30am - 6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
    Sunday9:30am - 6:30pmlast entry 6:00pm
  • Operating Hours

    ** National Palace of Sintra **

    Palace & Gardens: 9:30am - 6:30pm (Last entry at 6pm)

    ** Monserrate Palace & Park **

    Palace: 9:30am - 6:30pm (Last entry at 6pm)

    Park: 9am - 7pm (Last entry at 6pm)

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID. Students must show a valid student ID.

    Ticket Redemption Point 1

    Sintra National Palace

    • Display your ticket on your mobile phone at Sintra National Palace.

    • Address: Largo Rainha Dona Amélia, 2710-616 Sintra, Portugal.

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

    Ticket Redemption Point 2

    Park and Palace of Monserrate

    • Display your ticket on your mobile phone at Monserrate Palace & Park.

    • Address: 2710-405 Sintra, Portugal.

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

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