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Explore the Magic of Pena National Palace in Sintra

Experience the breathtaking magic of the Pena National Palace (Palacio Nacional da Pena), a UNESCO World Heritage Site perched high in the Sintra Mountains. Immerse yourself in this romanticist masterpiece, famous for its vibrant colors, stunning architecture, and sweeping views of Portugal. Whether you are booking a private guided tour or a cultural sightseeing adventure, our curated experiences offer the best way to explore this fairy-tale palace. Discover the rich history, lush gardens, and unparalleled beauty of Sintra with expert-led tours designed to create lifelong memories. Don't miss the chance to visit one of Europe's most iconic historical attractions!

4.96/5 avg rating38,884+ reviewsTours from $64.8999% free cancellation

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.96★ average

Based on 38,884 pooled reviews with ~96% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$117–$291 typical

Median price is $193, with a full range of $65–$529

Tour Type

Tour Type

Mostly private tours

78% of options are private, with 88% being guided

Tour Duration

Tour Duration

4–9 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

99% free cancellation

92% of options also offer instant confirmation

Languages

Languages

8 languages available

Includes English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, and Korean

363 Products

Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience

Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.98 (1,690 reviews)
96.24%
3.76%
great tour experienceoutstandinggreat guide
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$164$182
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Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience
Summary

This tour will be a day trip where travelers can enjoy the different faces of Sintra with a private certified guide and a private air-conditioned van. Travelers will visit the Pena National Palace and Quinta da Regaleira, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, as well as Monserrate Palace, National Palac...

Inclusions
  • Guided tours inside chosen monuments with skip-the-line access
  • Hotel/Airbnb/Port pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private tour with customizable guide and driver
  • Live commentary throughout the tour
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees: Pena Park (€15.00 pp)
  • Quinta da Regaleira (€25 pp)
  • Lunch
  • Tips
Itinerary
  • Lisbon
  • Centro Historico de Sintra
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Parque e Palacio de Monserrate
  • Praia das Azenhas do Mar
  • Praia Grande
  • Cabo Da Roca
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Castelo dos Mouros
  • Lisbon
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, If you want to pre book tickets, please send us a message, Minimum 1 – Maximum 15 passengers per booking, If you have any type of physical limitations let us know in advance so we can suggest what palaces to visit
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon

Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon

9 hrsFree cancellation
4.93 (1,839 reviews)
97.09%
2.91%
best tourexcellentincredible tour guide
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$55$65
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Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Summary

Explore Sintra and Cascais on a 9-hour group tour from Lisbon, limited to 8 people and only in English. You’ll visit the charming village of Sintra and you’ll have the chance to taste the delicious and famous pastries - travesseiros (pillows) and the Sintra cheesecakes (queijadas). Then you’ll visit...

Inclusions
  • Maximum 8 people
  • Local guide and driver
  • Central meeting (pick up and drop off) point
  • Park and/or Palace of Pena entrance fee (if option selected)
  • The tour will be only in English
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Itinerary
  • Avenida da Liberdade
  • Centro Historico de Sintra
  • Colares
  • Cabo Da Roca
  • Farol do cabo da Roca
  • Guincho Beach
  • Museu Condes de Castro de Guimaraes
  • Cidadela De Cascais
  • Centro Historico de Cascais
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Avenida da Liberdade
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The tour will be only in English, Bring at least a light jacket since sometimes the weather is highly variable
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Guided Tour to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca and Cascais

Guided Tour to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca and Cascais

10 hrsFree cancellation
4.93 (3,535 reviews)
94.69%
5.31%
amazingGreat tourfantastic guide
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$94
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Guided Tour to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca and Cascais
Summary

On this tour you can see the best that is in Sintra, in a comfortable way and without worries. Enjoy your day. Don’t waste time in queues to buy tickets. We've handled this for you. Let our guides show you the best points of each place and tell you the best stories and legends.

Inclusions
  • Vehicle with air conditioning
  • Guided visits to Palacio da Pena (exterior only) and Quinta da Regaleira
  • Pick-up at the hotel in the city centre
  • Drop Off at the Marquês de Pombal or Restauradores
Exclusions
  • We handle the tickets in advance - just bring cash to pay the guide on the day!
  • Gorjeta
Itinerary
  • Centro Historico de Sintra
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Colares
  • Cabo Da Roca
  • Cascais
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Taking a hook. Sometimes it's windy and it's cold, Shared tour. Each vehicle will have a maximum of 8 people., Tour in Van or Car depending on the number of people in the group., Within the palaces the Guide can guide up to two groups (max. 16 people), Take a rain guard. Sometimes it rains even in the summer., 24, 25, 31 December and 1 January the Palace of Pena and the Quinta da Regaleira will be closed., In cases where the Palacio da Pena or the Quinta da Regaleira are closed due to natural events (such as storms or fire risk), other alternate places will be visited, such as the National Palace of Sintra and the Palace of Queluz. The tour will not be cancelled in these situations, The Guide may need to speak more than one language during the tour, This experience requires a minimum of 4 participants. If you cancel due to failure to comply with this number, a new date or full refund will be presented., Physical ability to walk on slopes
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Small-Group Lisbon to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo Roca, Cascais

Small-Group Lisbon to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo Roca, Cascais

8 hrsSkip the lineFree cancellation
4.92 (1,998 reviews)
96.21%
3.79%
Tour was perfectFantastichighly recommended
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$78
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Small-Group Lisbon to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo Roca, Cascais
Summary

Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Sintra and Cascais coast. Enjoy iconic Pena Palace terraces and viewpoints, explore Sintra village, admire dramatic views at Cabo Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, and relax along the Cascais coastline. After lunch, we return to Lisbon around 4:30 PM...

Inclusions
  • Family & child pricing
  • Local Guide: great balance between guided tour and free time to enjoy
  • Pena ticket option: 1- Palace interior / 2- Pena terraces, garden & park / 3- Tickets not included
  • Pick-up and Drop-off Lisbon - city center hotels & airbnb, where parking available
  • Shared, small group of up to 8 participants, comfortable van (no big buses). WI-FI, AC
Exclusions
  • Regaleira not included - to visit, book 11h30 slot, on the official store: regaleira by blueticket
  • Food and drinks not included; guide to confirm lunch stop (Sintra or Cascais)
  • No big buses - we operate small groups only, for a more personalized experience
Itinerary
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Centro Historico de Sintra
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Sintra National Palace
  • Cabo Da Roca
  • Centro Historico de Cascais
  • Estoril
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Includes ticket to visit Pena Palace terraces & park (enjoy palace history, viewpoints, terraces, only not entering rooms), Regaleira is not included - if you wish to visit, please book for 11h30 on regaleira by blueticket. It will be sold out in advance, and in that case you cannot visit the interior, Good to skip lines, Tours can be bilingual (operated in 2 languages), We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as we will walk at some of the sites to visit, We will have regular comfort stops, but recommend bringing a bottle of water, Sintra is often rainy / foggy or colder than Lisbon, particularly early morning, so please check forecast, Tour will go ahead even under rainy conditions, always ensuring everyone's safety, Not suitable for travellers with limited mobility, LGBTIQ+ friendly
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Sintra to Cascais: 2 Palaces, 4 Sites, Small Group 10 Hour Tour

Sintra to Cascais: 2 Palaces, 4 Sites, Small Group 10 Hour Tour

10 hrsFree cancellation
4.91 (3,441 reviews)
92.57%
7.43%
Best Tour Everfantasticfun
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$118
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Sintra to Cascais: 2 Palaces, 4 Sites, Small Group 10 Hour Tour
Summary

- We are allways the first to get to the Pena Palace! Yes we do a guided tour inside the palace! - No. 1 Tour Nominated by Travelers Choise Awards Best of the Best of 2022/23/24 by TripAdvisor! - Fullest tour! 10 hours! Includes the visit to 2 palaces in Sintra and all other places of interest betwe...

Inclusions
  • Offer of a bottle of water and a typical Portuguese pastry!
  • Offer of a small personal video with all the highlights of the day!
  • We are the first at the Peña Palace to skip the lines! Guided tour inside the palace!!!
  • We also visit The Cabo da Roca, Boca do Inferno and enjoy the view of cost line until Lisbon!
  • Guided visit all day! Free Personalized Photos to each guest!
  • We also visit the beautiful village close to the ocean: Azenhas do Mar!
  • We also drive through the cities of Cascais and Estoril!
Exclusions
  • Tickets for the Palaces to visit
Itinerary
  • Centro Historico de Sintra
  • Vale dos Lagos at Parque de Pena
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Praia Das Macas
  • Miradouro Das Azenhas Do Mar
  • Guincho Beach
  • Cabo Da Roca
  • Boca do Inferno
  • Cascais
  • Casino Estoril
  • Praia de Carcavelos
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Attention: the pick up will always be at the hard Rock Café at 7:15 am., Attention : We have a limited number of tickets for 9.30 slot! The places for 9.30 slot will be filled according to the booking order! But even without the tickets for 9.30 the tour will be done anyway, starting by Cascais and finishing in Sintra. But we'll visit the 2 palaces anyway. Tickets are not included : Pena Palace : 20€ Quinta da Regaleira : 20€, Attention: If you have any problems walking or you walk slowly, we don't advise you this tour!, Attention: You don't need to worry about the tickets for both palaces. We'll buy them for you and you''ll pay us in cash or paypal the day of the tour., Attention: the entrance in the palaces have a slot we must respect. We will not be responsible by any accidents or other reasons out of our control that can change the course of the tour or skip a palace if we don't get there on the expected time!, Attention: we don't have tickets only for the exterior. We always visit the interior of the Palace with guided tour., Not recommended for people who walk slowly or with any kind of trouble to walk with a quick step.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Sintra Tour with Pena Palace and Regaleira All Tickets Included

Sintra Tour with Pena Palace and Regaleira All Tickets Included

8 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4.91 (1,179 reviews)
96.48%
3.52%
greatAmazing tourhighly recommend
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$141
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Sintra Tour with Pena Palace and Regaleira All Tickets Included
Summary

Enjoy a day trip to Sintra on this small-group tour (up to 8-travelers) from Lisbon. Beat the crowds and spend your day seeing the major highlights, such as Pena Palace and Park, Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra town center and more. Unlike other tours, this includes all entrance tickets in the tour pric...

Inclusions
  • Entrance/admission to Quinta da Regaleira and guided visit
  • Entrance/admission to Pena Park & Palace and guided visit
  • Small group (8) + ALL tickets + guided visits to Pena & Regaleira — no big groups and no crowds
Itinerary
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Centro Historico de Sintra
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, An amount of walking is involved, Transportation is done in a van up to 8 places, All tours require a minimum number of 4 participants
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lisbon: Sintra, Pena Palace, Cape Roca & Cascais - Guided Tour

Lisbon: Sintra, Pena Palace, Cape Roca & Cascais - Guided Tour

8 hrsFree cancellation
4.89 (1,471 reviews)
96.4%
3.6%
beautifulawesome tourdefinitely recommend
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$78
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Lisbon: Sintra, Pena Palace, Cape Roca & Cascais - Guided Tour
Summary

Discover the beauty and history of Sintra, including the romantic Pena Palace, as well as the stunning coastlines of Cabo da Roca and Cascais on a full-day trip from Lisbon. Explore Pena Palace, Sintra Historic Center, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais on a guided tour. Experience the romance of Pena Palac...

Inclusions
  • Visit to the Pena Palace
  • Air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable journey
  • Multilingual expert guide
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Sintra
  • Cascais
  • Estoril
  • Cabo Da Roca
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Small Group Tour to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo Roca and Cascais

Small Group Tour to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo Roca and Cascais

8 hrsFree cancellation
4.85 (4,287 reviews)
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$82
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Small Group Tour to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo Roca and Cascais
Summary

We will see Monuments, Nature and Sea Small group tour with a maximum of 8 people and a tour guide who will show and explain everything about the tour. We will discover some of the most beautiful roads in Sintra where you can see Quinta da Regaleira. Let's visit Cascais, Sintra, Guincho Cabo da...

Inclusions
  • Tours in mini-van for small groups up to 8 people
  • Pick-up and Drop off in the hotel at the city center
  • Guided Tour at the outside of the monuments
Exclusions
  • Pena Palace Ticket - We will have tickets for you and you can pay to the guide
Itinerary
  • Centro Historico de Sintra
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Cabo Da Roca
  • Centro Historico de Cascais
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Exceptionally, the tour can be conducted in two languages.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Sintra Cabo da Roca Cascais Estoril Private Tour

Sintra Cabo da Roca Cascais Estoril Private Tour

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.97 (799 reviews)
97.46%
2.54%
awesomerecommand to goincredible day
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$253
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Sintra Cabo da Roca Cascais Estoril Private Tour
Summary

With this private tour, we intend to complement your wishes with our professional suggestions and provide you with an amazing day in Sintra and Cascais. You will have the opportunity to choose from the best spots, gastronomy, and historical sites available and organize a tour that best suits your wi...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions
  • Lunch
Itinerary
  • Estoril
  • Centro Historico de Cascais
  • Boca do Inferno
  • Guincho Beach
  • Farol do cabo da Roca
  • Praia Grande
  • Praia das Macas
  • Azenhas do Mar
  • Parque e Palacio de Monserrate
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Centro Historico de Sintra
  • Sintra National Palace
  • Castelo dos Mouros
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Tour Sintra from Lisbon Palaces of Pena and Regaleira

Private Tour Sintra from Lisbon Palaces of Pena and Regaleira

9 hrsSkip the linePrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.98 (682 reviews)
98.21%
1.79%
Fantastisktconhecedoraexcellent tour guide
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$153
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Private Tour Sintra from Lisbon Palaces of Pena and Regaleira
Summary

Get ready for a day that will follow the steps of our monarchs in Sintra, we will visit some of their most beautiful palaces and you will have the true feeling of what was like living in Sintra back in the 19th century. With this day you can admire the power of nature while walking on the a world pr...

Inclusions
  • Light refreshments
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • PRIVATE GUIDE, INSURANCES, TOLLS
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • No pets allowed
Itinerary
  • Lisbon
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Sintra
  • Cabo Da Roca
  • Boca do Inferno
  • Cascais
  • Quinta da Regaleira
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, May be operated by a multi-lingual guide, A minimum of 2 people per booking is required, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Across the booking platforms we compare, prices typically fall in the $129–$298 range, with a median of $204. The full spread of options runs from around $70 to $574, so there's flexibility depending on what's included—whether it's a simple entry ticket, a guided tour, or a private experience with transport from Lisbon or nearby towns.

About three-quarters of the options we compare (75%) are private tours, which is unusually high for a major landmark. This reflects strong demand for personalized experiences at the palace. Private tours typically offer flexibility in timing, a dedicated guide, and often include pickup from your hotel or a central location, making them popular with visitors who want a more tailored visit rather than joining a large group.

The palace is exceptionally well reviewed, with an average rating of 4.85 stars across more than 60,700 combined reviews across booking platforms. Reviewers consistently use words like 'highly recommend', 'amazing', 'knowledgeable', 'excellent', and 'fantastic'. Around 96% of analysed reviews are positive, and visitors frequently praise the beauty of the palace and the quality of guides.

Most tours last between 5 and 9 hours, with a median of around 8 hours. This usually includes travel time from Lisbon or Sintra town, time to explore the palace and its grounds, and sometimes visits to nearby attractions like Quinta da Regaleira or Sintra's historic centre. Shorter options focus on the palace alone, while longer experiences combine multiple sites.

Yes—97% of the options we compare offer free cancellation, so you can book with confidence. Additionally, 94% provide instant confirmation, meaning you'll get your booking details right away rather than waiting for approval. This flexibility is standard across the platform listings for this attraction.

Skip-the-line tickets and tours are available but limited—only about 5% of the options we compare include skip-the-line access. If avoiding queues is important to you, it's worth filtering for those specific options when booking. Private tours sometimes include priority entry as part of the package, so checking the fine print can help.

Tours are available in 8 languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, and Dutch. English and Portuguese are widely available across most options, while the other languages are offered by a selection of tour operators, so you should be able to find a guide in your preferred language.

Take the train from Lisbon's Rossio or Oriente stations directly to Sintra (30-40 minutes). Trains run frequently throughout the day, making it the cheapest and most reliable option for most visitors.

Start early at Pena Palace, then visit Quinta da Regaleira, and finish with Sintra National Palace in town. Use local buses or taxis between sites. Allow 4-5 hours minimum for a meaningful experience.

Visit Convento dos Capuchos (a cork convent carved into rocks) and Peninha Sanctuary for stunning views. Both are quieter than main sites and offer unique perspectives on Sintra's landscape.

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