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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.

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.

We really enjoyed/loved this trip! The place itself was incredible. Even if it was 36 degrees you could stay in the shadow and enjoy this place! We arrived way too early, and there's no café/vending machine while waiting (but a toilet!). (There's a café/place where you can eat while you are inside) there are also cafés if you choose to go down again to the nearest place. As it says in the email, download your audio guide Before coming to Quinta! 🙃 (otherwise you can stil buy an audioguide at the entrance for 5 € per device. A Must see place I have to say! But book tickets in advance, they were totally sold out on the day we were there! We will sure be back here sometime ! The Headout app worked great! (Download the tickets so you can access them without internet but there's a wifi at the entrance at least, people got helped at least)

I arrived late because the 435 bus wasn't running, so I took the 434 bus since someone told me it would be a 5-minute walk—but in the end, I had to walk 20 minutes. It's okay, though, because they let me in at the last minute. I’m really glad I got the audio guide because Quinta da Regaleira is very large, and it helped me figure out what to see in a specific order more easily and avoid getting lost. I found the audio guide very useful and interesting! (Especially the little tips.) I really liked the first cave, which is bright inside, and the passages and caves that seem secret (the labyrinth cave is scary, but I thought it was super cool to go through it). Quinta da Regaleira is well worth the price—there’s so much to discover. The Headout website offers tips for your visit (wear appropriate shoes since there’s a lot of walking, bring water, sunscreen, etc.). I chose the 12:30 p.m. time slot and was able to finish everything by 5:40 p.m. (while taking lots of photos and taking a short break to sit down). I don’t regret booking through this site at all—especially since the audio guide is just an extra €2!

I absolutely loved the place—it's accessible via stone staircases within the natural park, perfect for nature lovers.

Visiting the Pena Palace and Park, as well as the Quinta da Regaleira, was one of the highlights of our trip to Portugal. The Pena Palace is impressive even from a distance, with its vibrant colors and extraordinary architecture. From the top, you have a beautiful view of Sintra and the surrounding area. The adjoining park is very large, well-maintained, and perfect for leisurely walks through nature. We were particularly captivated by the mysterious atmosphere of the Quinta da Regaleira. The underground tunnels, hidden paths, and the famous Initiation Fountain make this place truly unique. There are interesting details to discover everywhere, making you feel almost as if you’re in a fairy tale. Both attractions are definitely worth seeing and offer a great blend of history, architecture, and nature. Anyone visiting Sintra should definitely not miss these places.

To say that Pena Palace & the Moorish Castle are amazing is not hyperbolic. They'll take your breath away (perhaps literally)! If you are in shape, you can easily manage to see both in a single outing. You must have a ticket for both. Just be aware that while you can enter the Moorish site anytime they're open, you will have a specific entry time for Pena. Tickets are non-refundable & cannot be changed. I recommend you buy all three tickets (both plus bus) in advance to ensure you don't spend a lot of time waiting. You can walk from one entrance to the other. Be prepared for a lot of steep walking at both sites. Wear sneakers. Heels, slip-ons, & flip-flops are not safe footwear. If you wear sandals, choose a rugged style. There are neither handrails nor guard rails at either historic place. All that said, both sites are definitely worth the effort!

Pena Palace was a complete disappointment. Only a small portion of the palace was available for guest to visit. Hardly worth the price and the hike up the steep incline! Quinta da Regaleria on the other hand was much more pleasant and appealing. I really like the crowd control with asigned time slots.