Quinta da Regaleira Tickets + Audio Guide
Description
Your admission ticket for Quinta da Regaleira allows you to explore this magnificent architectural treasure of Sintra with the assistance of an English audio guide.
Explore Quinta da Regaleira
Sitting a short distance from the historic center of Sintra, the Quinta da Regaleira is an exquisite palace recognized as a World Heritage Site.
This entrance ticket grants access to an audio guide available in English, enabling you to unearth the mysteries intertwined in this structure, commissioned in the late 19th century by António Augusto de Carvalho Monteiro. A wealthy individual of Brazilian descent, he envisioned a distinctive home that merges Romanesque, Gothic, and Manueline architectural elements.
Notable features include the mysterious initiation well, which holds a wealth of legends and secrets. The striking Torre da Regaleira and the Chapel of the Holy Trinity, crafted from white stone in the Manueline style, are also prominent highlights.
The creative Italian architect and set designer Luigi Manini encapsulated the unique tastes, cultural insights, and mysteries of Carvalho Monteiro within the estate. Visitors are encouraged to observe the room layouts closely, as subtle elements might easily be missed. The audio guide serves as an aid to enhance your understanding of the often-overlooked decor.
Additionally, a leisurely stroll through the gardens of Quinta da Regaleira is a must, offering breathtaking views of the palace's exterior.
Expect to spend about one hour and 20 minutes on this audio-guided tour.
How to Proceed
After completing your reservation, you will receive an email containing your tickets along with detailed instructions on downloading the app for accessing the audio guide in English. It is important to visit the monument on your chosen date.
Operating Hours
The Quinta da Regaleira is open daily during the following hours:
- October to March: 10 am - 6:30 pm (last entry at 5:30 pm)
- April to September: 10 am - 7:30 pm (last entry at 5:30 pm)
Please be aware that these hours may vary and are subject to change.
Complimentary Admission
The following groups are eligible for free entry:
- Children under 5 years
- Seniors over 80 years
These tickets must be obtained directly from the ticket office at the monument, accompanied by the necessary supporting documents. Please note that audio guides are not included with these tickets.
What's included
- Admission to the Quinta da Regaleira
- Audio guide in English
Cancellation policy
Non rimborsabile
Accessibility
Only some areas are accessible.
Important information
THIS VOUCHER IS NOT A VALID TICKET TO ENTER THE QUINTA DA REGALEIRA.
The day before your booking, you'll receive an email with the e-tickets and the instructions to use the audio guide, which you'll have to download to your phone.
On the day of the activity, you'll need to present your tickets at the entrance of Quinta da Regaleira (R. Barbosa du Bocage 5, 2710-567 Sintra).
To download the audio guide, an Android smartphone (version 9.0 and later) or iOS smartphone (version 17.0 and later) is required. The audio guide is not compatible with Windows phones, iPhone X or earlier, iPhone SE (1st generation), iPod Touch, iPad (5th generation or earlier), iPad Air (2nd generation or earlier), iPad Mini (4th generation or earlier), or the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (1st generation).We recommend downloading the tickets and the app before arriving at the monument.
We advise you to be aware of the long queues at the entrance to the monument, especially at the backpack and bag check.
Opening Times
The Quinta da Regaleira opens daily at the following times:
- October to March: 10 am - 6:30 pm (last admission at 5:30 pm)
- April to September: 10 am - 7:30 pm (last admission at 5:30 pm)
However, please note that these times are flexible and subject to change.
Free Entry
Children under 5 and seniors over 80 are entitled to free admission. These tickets must be requested directly at the monument's ticket office, presenting the corresponding supporting documentation. However, please note that they do not include an audio guide.
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