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National Palace of Mafra Entry Tickets with Optional Lisbon Card

Name: National Palace of Mafra Entry Tickets with Optional Lisbon Card
Start: 2026-02-05T00:00:00
End: 2026-02-05T23:59:00
Location: National Palace of Mafra

Altar inside the National Palace of Mafra with ornate sculptures and decorative elements.

Dome ceiling of the National Palace of Mafra with intricate architectural details.

Aerial view of the National Palace of Mafra, Portugal, surrounded by lush greenery and town buildings.

National Palace of Mafra facade at sunset, Portugal.

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Guided tour

Explore Portugal's Baroque gem at Mafra National Palace. Upgrade for an exclusive Lisbon city card, and enjoy free entry to several attractions.

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(1,798)

Isabel

Dec 2025

Verified booking

It is very convenient for public transportation. You have to be organized to be able to redeem it and pay attention to which attractions are not operational. It is not practical the need to exchange it to have it physically, since in my case it implied having to wait in line for the first time to exchange it. And it didn't save me from queuing at the monuments because so many people had the Lisbon card that even if I didn't have to buy the ticket, there were also queues to pass it through the automatic readers. I would buy it again because it saved me money, which was the main objective.

Sung

Dec 2025

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This is a great offer to explore many attractions in and around Lisbon - if used properly. Unfortunately, I don't think I have planned wisely, but it is still great to have. Some useful tips: - Some attractions (e.g. monastery) has a separate line for Lisboa card holders, but are filtered into a single line with regular visitors. Still much faster, but don't expect instant entry. - Don't even try using the card at very crowded attractions, like the Pena Palace or at Quinta da Regaleira. You simply have to reserve a timeslot for the best experience.

Olivera

Jan 2026

Verified booking

Excellent experience with Headout. Easy pick up and easy entrance at the Lisbon Oceanarium. The Oceanarium experience itself is amazing and the whole area around it. We used the card for the discount at the science museum as well. Skipping the line at Jerónimos monastery was also great, because there were quite a lot tourist groups. All in all - I recommend it.

-Explore the magnificent National Palace of Mafra at your own pace and marvel at the largest library with over 36,000 different book volumes.

Discover the parts of this complex that are the basilica, a convent, an 18th-century infirmary, a game reserve along the Royal Palace.

Witness the Palace's artistic marvels and musical heritage, featuring sculptures, paintings, carillons with 92 bells, and historic organs.

You can choose to upgrade your ticket and get the Lisbon Card for 24, 48, or 72 hours to explore all of Lisbon including general entry to the National Palace of Mafra.

Fun fact: The Palace took 13 years and involved a vast army of 15,000 workers on average per day eventually increasing to 30,000 and as many as 45,000.

Admission to the Royal Palace

Access to the library

Access to Basilica

Access to convent

Lisbon Card:

24/48/72-hour card

Free color handy guide and app

Interactive map

Click here for the list of attractions

Click here to know how to use this card

Guide

Meals

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

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What our guests say
Mark
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Highlights were access & unexpected extras. We appreciated being fast tracked on a long queue at jeronimos monastery, the efficiency of public transport in the city & visiting places we wouldn't have thought of (eg carriage museum was surprisingly interesting!). Don't miss the resistance Museum for a different side to Portuguese history. I would suggest reading carefully what exactly the card entitles. I got caught that it doesn't cover public transport around Sintra (& that it only gives a 10% discount there - & you still have to book ahead for a times ticket!). Maybe I didn't read details enough - maybe it was not made clear enough. Also worth checking what places will be shut when you visit (included access to Belém tower was t helpful when it is shut for renovation). We got our value, but not in Sintra (which used a day of our 72 hours).
Olivera
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Excellent experience with Headout. Easy pick up and easy entrance at the Lisbon Oceanarium. The Oceanarium experience itself is amazing and the whole area around it. We used the card for the discount at the science museum as well. Skipping the line at Jerónimos monastery was also great, because there were quite a lot tourist groups. All in all - I recommend it.
Robert
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Great deal, the card was picked up at the airport. Immediate transport from the airport to St. George's Church. The bus is included, as is the entrance fee. There are a few additional attractions with free admission, including a ride on tram 28. I recommend it
Kale
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Really great, no regrets. I got the 72-hour pass and made the most of it, following the 3-day itinerary on the website. You'll be glad you did.
Lisu
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Our day's highlight was the second one, 25.01, when we visited Jeronimos Monastery and Aiuda Palace. All experiences with Lisbon card was great.

These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

Travel Back in Time at the National Palace of Mafra

Begin your visit to the National Palace of Mafra by marveling at the imposing facade that greets you, a striking example of Baroque architecture from the 18th century. Once inside, make your way to the Basilica, adorned with sculptures and home to a remarkable set of six organs. Don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in the "Cage of Birds," the library housing over 36,000 ancient books.

Did you know that in the 18th century, the National Palace of Mafra was a favored retreat for kings and the royal family? They often visited to partake in religious feasts and engage in hunting within the adjacent game reserve.

Upgrade to Explore all of Lisbon

Soak up Lisbon's leisurely atmosphere and sun-drenched ambiance with the Lisbon card! Explore the city to your heart's content via unlimited rides on public transport. With just one card, you can take advantage of skip-the-line access to 17 noteworthy landmarks such as the Jerónimos Monastery and National Costume Museum. Plus, get breathtaking views of São Jorge Castle when you ride on the Santa Justa lift! Additionally, explore exquisite palaces like Mafra National Palace or Ajuda National Palace - all with a single card! The possibilities are endless - don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for an unforgettable experience in Portugal.

What's not allowed

National Palace of Mafra

Strict Dress Code: Wear respectable and modest clothes to enter the basilica.

Be respectful of the guidelines in the library during your visit.

Additional information

Lisbon Card

You can visit each attraction only once.

Once redeemed, it is valid for 24h, 48h, or 72h depending on the ticket option chosen.

Fast-track entry is not possible at all attractions.

There is no physical guide available for the handy guide and app; kindly perform the download through the provided QR Code.

All cards must be exchanged at the same redemption point.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

Ticket Redemption Point

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.