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Lisbon: Sintra Half-Day Guided Tour with Pena Palace Tickets

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,510 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Explore the best-kept secrets of this charming village with local guides who know Sintra like no one else. Visit stunning landmarks, breathtaking viewpoints, and historic monuments. Taste traditional pastries, sip the famous cherry liqueur, and immerse yourself in the unique essence of the region.

With carefully selected stops, discover not only Sintra’s highlights but also hidden gems in its surroundings. Every moment is enriched with fascinating stories, cultural insights, and unforgettable scenery.

Explore the iconic Pena Palace and its vast park with the Essential Ticket, including access to the palace interior and surrounding park. Ranked among Portugal’s top attractions and part of the UNESCO World Heritage landscape of Sintra, this extraordinary monument is where history meets fantasy. Let yourself be captivated by its colorful architecture, hidden corners, and breathtaking views.

Check the booking options and choose the one that best suits you — we’ll take care of the rest.

Activity location

  • Fonte da Sabuga
    • 23 Rua Marechal Saldanha
    • 2710-631, Sintra, Lisboa, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hard Rock Cafe | Lisboa
    • 2 Avenida da Liberdade
    • 1250-144, Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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PRIVATE W/ PENA PALACE TICKET
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

WITH PENA PALACE TICKET: Includes the Essential Ticket to Pena Palace and Park.
PRIVATE
Duration: 5 hours
Pickup included

Price details
P 20,663.98 x 1 AdultP 20,663.98
Total
Price is P 20,663.98
PRIVATE W/ 2 TICKETS INCLUEDED
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

TICKETS INCLUDED: Includes tickets to Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira with guide accompaniment
PRIVATE
Duration: 6 hours
Pickup included

Price details
P 24,107.98 x 1 AdultP 24,107.98
Total
Price is P 24,107.98

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pick-up & Drop-off in Lisbon, Cascais, or Sintra (Available only in the private options).
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Expert local guide accompanying you throughout the experience
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle (up to 8 people per vehicle).
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pena Palace Essential Ticket (Palace Interior and Park Entry) included
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All insurance included.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance Ticket to Quinta da Regaleira (only in the private option with two monument tickets).

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Suitable for all types of travellers.
  • Ideal to avoid lines and unnecessary waiting.
  • PRIVATE OPTION 1 TICKET: Includes the Essential Ticket to Pena Palace, with access to the palace interior and park, in a personalized tour — the simplest way to discover one of Sintra’s true icons.
  • PRIVATE OPTION 2 TICKETS: Includes the Essential Ticket to Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira in a personalized tour — the most convenient way to explore two of Sintra’s iconic landmarks.
  • SHARED OPTION: Includes the Essential Ticket to Pena Palace, with access to the palace interior and park — the simplest way to discover one of Sintra’s true icons. We will also make a brief 15-minute photo stop outside the enigmatic Quinta da Regaleira (interior visit not included in this option).
  • SHARED TOURS: May be conducted bilingually (English and Spanish), depending on the composition of the group.
  • Child and baby seats are mandatory for children aged 0 to 11. These are available upon request if the child’s age is provided at the time of booking.
  • For larger bookings, the group is smoothly split across multiple vehicles, ensuring comfort, flexibility, and a personalized experience

Activity itinerary

Sintra Mountains (Pass by)

Welcome to the Sintra Mountains, a stunning range just a few kilometres from Lisbon. Here you’ll find lush hills, valleys, and ancient rock formations — all woven into a rich tapestry of nature and history. Explore its vibrant landscapes and discover why travellers from around the world are captivated by its beauty.

Fonte da Sabuga

  • 15m
The Sabuga Fountain in Sintra is a natural spring rich in minerals such as calcium and magnesium. It is known for its therapeutic properties, beneficial for the skin, muscles, and respiratory system — which explains the historical popularity of baths and treatments at the site. Steeped in local history and tradition, a visit to the fountain also offers insight into Sintra’s cultural heritage.

Castelo dos Mouros

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Welcome to the Moorish Castle, an ancient fortress perched atop the Sintra Mountains. Built during the Moorish occupation, its sturdy walls and towers tell stories of battles and military strategy. From its ramparts, enjoy panoramic views of rolling hills stretching all the way to the sea. Please note that this will be only a brief stop — we will not visit the castle’s interior, and entrance tickets are not included.

Park and National Palace of Pena

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Get ready to visit Sintra’s most iconic landmark — Pena Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site perched atop the mountain. Your experience includes the Essential Ticket, with access to the palace interior and surrounding park. Your guide will accompany the group throughout the visit, sharing historical context and local insights while you explore this extraordinary site.

Centro Historico de Sintra

  • 30m
Next, we’ll explore Sintra’s historic centre on foot, walking through its charming and emblematic streets. We’ll stop at Piriquita — one of the most famous pastry shops in the world — where you can taste the region’s unique traditional sweets. You’ll also have the chance to enjoy a ginjinha and browse local and internationally renowned artisan crafts.

Sintra National Palace

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
In the heart of Sintra stands the National Palace of Sintra, instantly recognizable by its two conical chimneys that crown the former royal kitchen. This historic landmark spans the entire Portuguese monarchical era, offering an imposing silhouette on the town’s skyline. Please note that we will only make an exterior stop at the palace — we will not visit the interior, and entrance tickets are not included.

Quinta da Regaleira

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Shared Tour (or Private Tour with 1 Ticket) During the journey through Sintra, we’ll make a 15-minute stop for photos outside the mysterious Quinta da Regaleira. At this point, your guide will share fascinating stories about its history and symbolism. To ensure the day’s itinerary runs smoothly, please note that only the exterior visit is included. Interior access is not possible on this shared tour. Private Tour (with 2 Tickets Included) With the exclusivity of a private tour, you’ll enjoy a guided visit inside the enigmatic Quinta da Regaleira. Explore its mystical gardens, uncover the secrets of the Initiation Well, and admire its symbolic architecture up close — all with the dedicated attention of your personal guide.

Valverde Sintra Palácio de Seteais

  • 15m
Welcome to the Seteais Palace, an 18th-century neoclassical gem nestled on the slopes of the Sintra Mountains. Admire its elegant façade and stroll through beautifully manicured gardens with shaded pathways and panoramic views of the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. Now transformed into the five-star Tivoli Palácio de Seteais hotel, it offers refined rooms overlooking the Moorish Castle and Pena Palace — the perfect setting for a luxurious and peaceful retreat.

Parque e Palacio de Monserrate

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Monserrate Palace is a 19th-century architectural gem in the Sintra Mountains, blending Gothic Revival, Moorish, and Indian styles. Commissioned by Sir Francis Cook in 1858, it dazzles with its exotic façades and lush gardens filled with plants from around the world. Please note that we will not visit the interior of the palace, and entrance tickets are not included.

Location

Activity location

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    Fonte da Sabuga
    • 23 Rua Marechal Saldanha
    • 2710-631, Sintra, Lisboa, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hard Rock Cafe | Lisboa
    • 2 Avenida da Liberdade
    • 1250-144, Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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