Landmarks

Quinta da Regaleira Skip-the-Line Tickets

Name: Quinta da Regaleira Skip-the-Line Tickets
Start: 2024-09-14T10:30:00
End: 2024-09-14T12:30:00
Location: Quinta da Regaleira

Quinta Da Regaleira view of Castle entry

Quinta Da Regaleira - girl walking in lush green garden pathway

Explore Quinta da Regaleira and discover the 19th-century villa the way you prefer, with options for self-exploration, an audio tour, or a guided tour.

Highlights

Skip the line and discover Quinta da Regaleira’s mysticism—explore its stunning 19th-century estate, enchanting architecture, secret passages, and gardens.
Enjoy discovering the secret tunnels and the 'Initiation Wells' that look like something from fairy tales.
Gain a deeper understanding of the Freemason symbolism and metaphors in the estate by upgrading to an audio guide or a live-guided tour.
Fun fact: It is speculated that the Initiation Wells or Inverted Towers were used for initiation rites for the Knights Templar.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line access to Quinta da Regaleira
Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese & Chinese (as per option selected)
2-hour English-guided tour (as per option selected)
Hosted assistance at entry (as per option selected)
Brief introduction outside palace (as per option selected)

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

4.7

22.4K ratings

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Anna

3/5

Sep, 2024

Hi, the tour guide arrived on the spot and was kind and willing to answer our questions throughout the visit. We wish he could give us somewhat more details re. the esoteric practices carried out in the mansion, however we appreciate that each person has different interests so all in all it was a positive experience and we'd recommend it!

Lucas

4/5

Sep, 2024

Purchasing tickets through Headout was easy and the tour Fred gave us was excellent! He knew a lot about the area and was not just limited to a few facts related to our tour. He did a good job managing the group as well. The only area for improvement, and it may be an issue for the site and not Headout, was the chaotic scene before entering the gardens. There were lots of tourists in queue and crowding the tiny street that passes by the gate. The tour guides should have a more clear gathering space so their group knows where to go and can meet together in an organized way before entry.

Raelene

5/5

Sep, 2024

It's a must to book your ticket on line. We jumped the queue and walked right in. And believe me the queue was very long. The Regaleira was amazing! Definitely a worthy trip.

Rusu

5/5

Sep, 2024

We were able to receive our tikets fast and they (guy who meet us) were vey kind, directed us the right way. The place itself is amazing beyond words.

Helena

3/5

Sep, 2024

I received the tickets via What's App the night before and could not locate them the day of the visit. They should have been sent earlier. There were many other folks there at the same time with the same issue. Just send the tickets immediately so that way we have them. It took us a good hour to get in because they thought we had fraudulent tickets. the guide never showed up

Your experience

What makes Quinta da Regaleira worth visiting

The Quinta da Regaleira, a beautiful castle and mysterious garden that was built in the late 1800s reflects the interests and worldviews of its first owner, billionaire Portuguese-Brazilian António Augusto de Carvalho Monteiro. All admirers of architecture, landscape, and even mysticism should visit the Quinta da Regaleira. The estate conceals occult buildings, magical settings, and alchemical symbols connected to the Rosicrucian Order, the Templars, and Freemasonry. Exuberantly Gothic pinnacles, gargoyles, capitals, and an amazing octagonal tower define the building's façade.

Hassle-free entry and optional upgrades

Along with the freedom to skip the line explore at your leisure, you can opt for a downloadable, multilingual audio guide that is filled with well-researched content to make your visit more informative and engaging. For a more personal touch choose the company of a knowledgeable English-speaking guide to discover the lesser-known secrets, myths, and legends associated with the Quinta. You can also opt for a guided tour of Sintra with a visit to Cascais as you cool down in this beach vacation spot.

Operating hours

Quinta da Regaleira

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

Know before you go

What to bring

During the summer months, it is recommended to bring hats/caps to protect from the sun, and water for hydration due to high temperatures.
Download the ticket & audio tour while on WiFi prior to your visit.
Bring your own headphones at the time of the visit.
It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

What's not allowed

Note that the following are not allowed: Suitcases, trolleys, large backpacks, pets with the exception of guide dogs and service animals, tripods, drones, and flash photography.

Additional information

Download the ticket & audio tour while on WiFi prior to your visit.
After booking, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to access and download your audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well.
Please note that the app is not compatible with Windows phones.
Ensure that your smartphone is fully charged.
Please note that your ticket allows you to skip the ticketing queue, but entry to Quinta da Regaleira is still subject to standard admission procedures.