Guided Tours

Quinta da Regaleira Guided Tour

Name: Quinta da Regaleira Guided Tour
Start: 2025-08-01T15:00:00
End: 2025-08-01T17:00:00
Location: Quinta da Regaleira

Quinta da Regaleira's ornate architecture and lush gardens in Sintra, Portugal.

Interiors of Quinta da Regaleira with ornate ceiling and arched windows.

Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra with guided tour group exploring stone courtyard and gardens.

Quinta da Regaleira initiation well with spiral staircase and moss-covered walls in Sintra, Portugal.

Duration

2 hr

Open today

10:00am - 07:30pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Guided tour

Instant confirmation

Mobile ticket

4.4/5

(622)

Heather

Apr 2025

Verified booking

Our tour guide was fantastic - so knowledgeable! Beautiful grounds. The tour inside the castle is very minimal which was disappointing- I would have loved to walk through the kitchen, bedrooms, etc. Also thought it was odd our tour guide did not come in with us. We were a bit frustrated as we booked this tour in English, but when we met up we had a couple who needed the tour in Spanish - so took more time given he had to tell us everything in 2 languages- would not recommend doing this to others- for this I did not give. a "great" recommendation.

Jon

Apr 2025

Verified booking

The background information that our guide gave us was great. She was also really good. Ticket purchase went smoothly. Starting time was somewhat delayed as we had to wait for a 2nd guide to lead a spanish group. I would have preferred to leave on time but understand that things don't always go according to plan. Don't know why our grop had to wait though as we weren't touring together.

Philip

Apr 2025

Verified booking

Guide was very knowledgeable and a good communercater. Change to time from 11.30am to 12,00pm left us short of time for our next tour. We got a email yesterday morning confirming the time as 11.30am Our phone was not within wifi connection. Our guide did not know the time was changed. Others had got a message advising the change. Your communication system needs improving.

Stroll around the dreamy landscape of Quinta da Regaleira with an expert and uncover mysteries hidden in plain sight.

Dare to descend the world-famous Initiation Well and marvel at the intricacy of Gothic elements like gargoyles and vaulted ceilings.

Listen to tales of Templar, the poets inspired by this enchanting villa, and its owner in the language of your comfort, English or Spanish.

Guided tour of Quinta de Regaleira with entry

Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Transfers

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Guests from Spain, United States, Canada and over 30 countries have loved this experience
Randy
Jun, 2025Verified booking
5/5
The ticket experience was flawless and the guide was very knowledgeable, upbeat, on point and accommodated everyone on the tour. Vasco is a great guide.
Flavio
May, 2025Verified booking
5/5
Nuno was awesome !! Fun, super knowledgeable and made the palace come alive with his tidbits or information on the Knights Templar and the spiritual aspect of everything.
Brianne
May, 2025Verified booking
5/5
What I loved the most about this experience was how friendly our tour guide was. Lots of interesting fact and very personable.
Lesley
May, 2025Verified booking
4/5
A lot of fantastic history and information about the grounds. Definitely made the experience very rich and interesting. Clearly Jon was passionate about sharing as much as he could.
Paulo
May, 2025Verified booking
5/5
João was a great guide, he explained every detail of the buildings exactly and was super attentive. We had Brazilians, Spaniards and North Americans in the group, and João took care to respect all cultures and present the details in English and Spanish. Very good!

Getting started

Your adventure begins as you meet your expert guide and fellow travelers at the entrance of the UNESCO World Heritage site, Quinta da Regaleira. After a warm welcome and brief introduction, your group will head through the entry gates to begin a captivating 2-hour journey through mystery, history, and symbolism.

What to expect

Step into a world where Gothic architecture meets mystical symbolism. Stroll through lush gardens, secret tunnels, and ornate palace interiors while learning about the legends and philosophies woven into every stone. From mythological references to Masonic influences, your guide will bring centuries of history vividly to life.

Features

Initiation well: Descend the spiral staircase of this inverted tower symbolizing a journey into self-discovery and enlightenment.

Lush gardens and hidden tunnels: Explore enchanting pathways and underground passages laced with metaphoric and mythological symbolism.

Palace interiors: Admire intricate woodwork, frescoes, and Gothic details inside Monteiro's opulent neo-Manueline palace.

Symbolism: Discover Masonic, alchemical, and Rosicrucian influences woven into every part of the estate’s design.

Expert local guide: Gain deeper insights into the estate’s architecture, history, and hidden meanings with stories from a knowledgeable guide.

Leda’s grotto and rose garden: Visit serene spots filled with symbolic sculptures and plants representing spiritual themes.

Quinta da Regaleira

Monday	10:00am - 07:30pm	last entry 05:30pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 07:30pm	last entry 05:30pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 07:30pm	last entry 05:30pm
Thursday	10:00am - 07:30pm	last entry 05:30pm
Friday	10:00am - 07:30pm	last entry 05:30pm
Saturday	10:00am - 07:30pm	last entry 05:30pm
Sunday	10:00am - 07:30pm	last entry 05:30pm

What to bring

It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and carry a windbreaker.

Pack your sunhat, sunglasses, SPF, and water bottle to beat the heat, especially during summer.

What's not allowed

Keep in mind that drones, suitcases, trolleys, large backpacks, and luggage are not allowed in this experience.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Shutterbugs, take note: Tripods and flash photography are a no-go inside the venue.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible for wheelchair users or prams/strollers.

Visitors with cardiac, respiratory, or neck/back issues, mobility impairments, children under 2 years, and pregnant women are restricted from participating in this experience, due to safety concerns.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the front door of the ticket office of Quinta da Regaleira.

Address: R. Barbosa du Bocage 5, 2710-567 Sintra, Portugal.

Landmark: Nearby Café da Regaleira.

Get directions to the meeting point