Is Pena Palace free?

Is Pena Palace free? The 'Park Ticket' for the Palacio da Pena. There is a second entrance ticket to the Palacio da Pena, which provides entrance to the grounds only. The 'Park Ticket' costs €7.50, but surprisingly little of the palace and the terraces can be seen.

Can you buy Pena Palace tickets at the door?

If you're in Sintra and you decide at the last minute to visit the Pena Palace and Park, or you don't want to be limited to visiting the attraction on a specific day and time, you can buy your tickets directly at the entrance.

Can you see Pena Palace from Sintra Town?

A castle ? Pena Palace ? sits very high up on the hill above Sintra. So high, it's not easily seen from town. Constructed in the 1800s, it's considered one of the world's great examples of Romantic architecture. Up on that same hill, there is an 10th century fortified wall and battlement built by the Moors.

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.

Why is Pena Palace yellow?

It became the summer residence of the Royal family. Under his explicit command, the monastery was painted in red and the new building in yellow. In 1994 the original colours, which disappeared with time, red for the former monastery and yellow for the new palace were restored.

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 I do Sintra without a tour?

There are tours you can book that will take you around Sintra for the day (like this one), but I recommend making the trip independently if you can so you can see things at your own pace. Read on for all my tips for planning an epic day trip to Sintra on your own!

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 take uber to Pena Palace?

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).

How much is a tuk tuk from Sintra Station to Pena Palace?

Standard fare is 5 euros per person. They are slower than taxi but make for a very pleasant, open air ride up to Pena Palace. And no waiting for bus. There are tuk tuks waiting at the train station, at city center/National Palace, at Pena Palace and at Moorish Castle.

How to get to Pena Palace easily?

How much is the hop on hop off bus in Sintra?

The 434 bus service is designed for tourists, and the fares reflect this. The highly promoted 24-hour ticket costs €15, a single fare costs € 4.10, and the Pena Circuit Round Trip €7.60.

Should I buy Pena Palace tickets online?

Buy yout ticket online with a 5% discount In addition to benefiting from a discount when buying your ticket online, you save time in accessing the Park of Pena, as you will not have to spend time queuing at the ticket office.

How much does it cost to get into Pena Palace?

The standard ticket to the Palace and Park costs €14, while the ticket only to Pena Park is €7.5. And if you book your tickets online, you'll also have access to a 5% discount!

How do you transfer from Pena Park to Pena Palace?

A paid transfer service (which you can choose when buying your ticket), that brings guests from the Park Entrance to the Palace. The service runs every 15 minutes and is wheelchair accessible.

How long does it take to get through Sintra National Palace?

How long to spend in the Palacio da Pena? A visit to the Palacio da Pena will take at least two and half hours, and could be much longer. The staterooms and interior of the palace take 40 minutes to fully appreciate, while the terraces need another 30 minutes.

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.