How to get from Sintra City Center to Pena Palace?

How to get from Sintra City Center to Pena Palace? The 434 bus route is the best way to travel up the Pena Palace from Sintra train station. The bus follows a one-directional loop that departs from the Sintra train station and heads up the hill to the Moorish Castle and Pena Palace, before returning to the train station via the historic centre of Sintra.

What time should I go to Sintra?

Starting your day before 9 a.m. is ideal! (The buses in Sintra start running between 9:15 and 9:30 a.m., so if you can be there around that time, it will be less crowded than later in the day.)

What time of day is best for Pena Palace?

As Pena Palace is the most visited palace in Portugal, which offers beautiful scenery with changing seasons, it is recommended to visit the place early in the morning after its opening, as it offers you more time to explore all the aspects of the attraction from the palace's interiors to its parks and surroundings.

How do I get from Sintra to Pena Palace?

The best way to get from Sintra (Station) to Pena National Palace without a car is to line 434 bus which takes 25 min and costs €3 - €5.

Can you Uber to Pena Palace from Lisbon?

We took the Uber to Pena Palace last month, it is the best option if you have 2 or more people. The uber ride costed around 7 Euro. The bus driver charged you $4 per person for one way ticket. The Uber will send you to the ticket booth at the Palace entrance ( exactly the same place where the bus will drop you).

What time of day is best to visit Pena Palace?

The best time to visit the Pena Palace is in the early morning (9 am) or late afternoon (after 4 pm), when it has fewer visitors. This is perfect if you want to avoid crowds and tours which usually arrive between 10 am to 3pm.

Can you walk from train station to Pena Palace?

Today, we arrived in Sintra around 8:40am and we walked from the train station to Pena Palace. It doesn't take an hour. It took maybe about 45 to 50 minutes and we did stop along the way to take pictures.

Are there skip the line tickets to Pena Palace?

Overview. The colorful Pena Palace is one of Sintra's most popular sights and can incur long lines, especially during the summer months. Avoid the hassle of waiting in line when you book this skip-the-line entrance ticket for the palace.

Do you have to walk to Pena Palace?

To reach the Palace of Pena, follow the signposted footpath as far as the main entrance to the Park of Pena and then climb to the Palace. This walk takes around 30 minutes.

Is it easy to get around Sintra without a car?

In Sintra, you can get around by walking, by bus, or by taxi. If you're just in Sintra for 24 hours, walking will take up too much time. With that amount of time, it's best to take the train from Lisbon to Sintra, and then use Sintra's bus lines or taxis to get around. There are two bus routes you'll use in Sintra.

How much is a taxi to Pena Palace?

A one-way fare from Sintra train station to the Palace of Pena will cost at least €10, and expect to pay €15-€20 each way to get to the Convent of the Capuchos. If you want a taxi to wait for you, the cost will be approximately €15 per hour.

How to get to Pena Palace easily?

Is it better to go to Pena Palace in the morning or afternoon?

In my experience it's best to visit Pena Palace in the morning as it gets packed, while the other attractions have more manageable crowds. Ensure you book the tickets to Pena Palace online in advance to save significant time. The visit will take you around two hours.

Is Uber available in Sintra?

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What happens if you are late to Pena Palace?

If you arrive at the Palace of Pena after the time slot you booked, you will not be able to enter and your ticket cannot be refunded (see the general sales conditions here). Plan your trip ahead, to ensure you do not get late.

How long of a walk is it from the entrance to Pena Palace?

To reach the Palace of Pena, follow the signposted footpath as far as the main entrance to the Park of Pena and then climb to the Palace. This walk takes around 30 minutes.