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Grab this economic combo to discover the elaborate architectural marvels of the Pena Palace and Moorish Castle in Sintra!
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Step into the world of romanticist architecture at the Pena Palace. Its serene lakes, royal bedrooms, and hidden garden trails await to awe you!
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A perfect recipe for history lovers. Stroll along the uneven walls of the Moorish Castle and get a panoramic view of the entire townscape.
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Spice up your exploration with a multilingual audio guide and gather insights about how the Moors lived in both these palaces.
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Add a quick roundtrip transfer between the Pena Palace and the park for maximum comfort. These shuttles run every 15 minutes.
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Fun fact: In 2007, Pena Palace snagged a spot as one of Portugal's Seven Wonders—proof that this dreamy castle is a national treasure worth exploring!
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Pena Palace
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Entry to Pena Palace & Park
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Audio guide in English, Spanish & French
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Shuttle service between the main entrance of Pena Park and Palace (as per option selected)
Moorish Castle
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Entry to the Moorish Castle
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Audio guide in English, Spanish, French & German
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from Spain, United States, Canada and over 87 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
Valerio
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Very nice place....it was worth it. Easy ka oricedure to purchase online. Slightly high price. Satisfied
Arianna
Apr, 2025Verified booking
The experience was outstanding regarding the quinta da Regaleira, beautiful the garden part all to discover with the caves as icing on the cake is beautiful fairy tale atmosphere. On the other hand, less beautiful was the visit of the Pena Palace, the palace very nice to photograph in the outside part but how the visit inside is organized I did not like it: it is a perennial and endless line to see two rooms and you do not see them well because you have to keep walking as there are so many people.
Marina
Mar, 2025Verified booking
Everything was fantastic and fast. We got rained on a bit wn the queue to get in but all very well organized. I'm glad we went. I don't know how long it takes from the parking lot to the castle entrance.
Bradley
Mar, 2025Verified booking
The palace was amazing with such a great view. The booking on Headout was fast and easy and we had the electronic tickets on our phones instead of lining up to get tickets at the palace.
David
Feb, 2025Verified booking
The Palace was amazing! We loved seeing inside the different rooms and especially loved the garden. All of the ticketing worked well.
Pena Palace
Sign on for a day at the marvelous Pena Palace, an instantly recognizable tourist attraction in Portugal. Exemplified by the 19th-century architectural style of Romanticism, this palace stands atop a rocky peak, offering quite a view to visitors. Stand at the second-highest vantage point on the Sintra Hills for a rather ravishing view.
Use your timed entry ticket to head right into this picturesque palace and delve into the beauty of it all. The court is comprised of two wings, each ringed with an architectural structure of a castle, decked with battlements, watchtowers, and a drawbridge. Before moving on, pull out your cameras and snap away! End your tour at the magnificent park of Pena, embellished with winding paths, pavilions, and stone benches, offering quite the view.
Tip: Upgrade your ticket to get a multilingual audio guide and/or round-trip transportation between the Park's main entrance and the Palace.
Moorish Castle
In the days of yore when the Moors occupied large swathes of Portugal, a fortress was built to serve the purpose of a watchtower and an observation post. Over time, its allegiance changed from the Moors to the Vikings to the Moors before finally perishing at the hands of Christian rule. As Sintra's strategic importance dwindled, the castle was eventually abandoned. However, the mid-19th century saw a restoration project influenced by the Romantic tastes of the era and undertaken by Ferdinand II.
The views from the walls of the castle are truly spectacular. To the south, you can see beyond the river Tejo to Arrabida, to the west Cabo da Roca, and to the north, Peniche. From up here, you can also admire the Pena Palace and the hills of Sintra, covered in green and dotted with beautiful homesteads and romantic chalets. Archeological excavations continue to this day, and so far it has led to the discovery of a Christian graveyard and many artifacts that are now on display in the castle. Today, the remarkable Moorish Castle is a National Monument, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, and open to visitors from all walks of life.
What to bring
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It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
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Please carry a water bottle, hat, and sunglasses to beat the heat.
Accessibility
Pena Palace
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Guide dogs are allowed.
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This experience is accessible for prams/strollers and wheelchair users.
Moorish Castle
- This experience is accessible for prams/strollers and wheelchair users.
What's not allowed
Pena Palace
- Dogs are not allowed.
Additional information
Pena Palace
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The Pena Palace is partially closed for restoration work. Read this to plan your visit better.
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Please note that Pena Park will be temporarily closed from 25th to 28th March
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There is an expected wait time of 15-20 mins at the entrance/security.
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The Pena Palace is partially closed due to restoration work on the window openings and the entrance’s Southeast and Northeast facades.
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Please note that access to this monument is not authorized to private vehicles. We recommended the use of the pedestrian trails available or public transportation.
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Facilities: Disability parking space, wheelchairs, toilets & cafe.
Moorish Castle
- Facilities: Disability parking space, wheelchairs, toilets & cafe.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID. Students must show a valid student ID.
Ticket redemption points
Park and National Palace of Pena
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Show your ticket at the Iron Gate (Porta Férrea) - Park and National Palace of Pena.
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Address: Estrada da Pena, 2710-609 Sintra, Portugal
Get directions to the redemption point
Moorish Castle
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Show your ticket at the Castle of the Moors.
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Address: 2710-405 Sintra, Portugal
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