Palacio da Pena & Gardens Tickets

Explore at your leisure the unique rooms, courtyards, and multicolored towers of this fortress that look like something out of a fairytale with this admission ticket to the Palacio da Pena and its gardens.

Why Visit the Palacio da Pena?

With this ticket, you can visit the most iconic castle in Portugal and walk through its labyrinths and colorful rooms. Are you ready to visit the place that has become synonymous with Sintra?

Built in the 18th century by order of King Ferdinand II, the Palacio da Pena attracts millions of visitors every year. To access it, it's necessary to cross its gardens through winding paths surrounded by trees and exotic plants brought from all continents. Ferdinand II, a lover of the arts and Romantic style, wished to create this fairytale setting after arriving in Sintra and falling in love with its scenery.

Once you reach the top of the hill, the path will lead you directly to the palace entrance. You'll be able to access its interior, just as spectacular as the exterior, and freely explore its courtyards and towers decorated with red, yellow, and blue tiles and stuccoes - a gorgeous labyrinth of color.

Its combination of neo-Gothic, neo-Mudejar, and neo-Manueline architecture has led to the Pena Palace being declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1995, and it has been a National Monument since 1910. And since 2013, this multicolored palace is part of the European Network of Royal Residences.

Ticket Options

During the booking process, you can choose between two ticket options:

• Ticket to Palace: the most complete option. It includes a self-guided tour of the New Palace (state apartments, bedrooms, and dining rooms), the Immersive Room, the panoramic terraces, and full access to Parque da Pena and the Chalet of the Countess of Edla.
• Ticket to Gardens: ideal for nature lovers. Allows you to explore the 85 hectares of Portugal's most important arboretum, including the Valley of the Lake and the Chalet of the Countess of Edla. This option also allows access to the palace's terraces, the kitchen, and the chapel, but does not include access to the interior of the royal apartments.

Opening Hours

The selected time shown is for admission to Palácio da Pena. To get to the palace, you must go through the gardens. The walk from the ticket office to the palace entrance takes about 30 minutes.

Children Under 6

Children under 6 years old don't need to pay for the ticket, but you must go to the ticket office at the Palacio da Pena to pickup their tickets.

Temporary Closures

Please note that from March 2 to April 1, 2026, access to the private quarters of the Pena Palace will be restricted due to the implementation of a strategy for the preservation, enhancement and maintenance of historical heritage.

How does it work?

When you book your ticket to the Palacio da Pena, you will have the option to select between two distinct paths of exploration: a full ticket that includes access to both the interior of the palace and the gardens or a garden-only ticket.

Details of the tickets are as follows:

• Ticket to Palace: This option offers a comprehensive self-guided tour through the palace's New Palace, which encompasses various state apartments, bedrooms, and dining rooms, as well as the Immersive Room where you can learn more about the palace’s history. Additionally, you will have access to the panoramic terraces, Parque da Pena, and the Chalet of the Countess of Edla.
• Ticket to Gardens: Suitable for those who prefer to connect with nature, this ticket grants access to the 85 hectares of lush landscapes in the arboretum and allows you to explore the Valley of the Lake and Chalet of the Countess of Edla. You may also visit the palace's terraces, kitchen, and chapel; however, viewings of the royal apartments will not be included.

Be mindful of the scheduled admission time for the selected entry and remember that the walk from the ticket office to the palace's entrance takes approximately 30 minutes through the gardens.

For families visiting with children under 6, tickets are complimentary; however, tickets must be collected at the ticket office before entry.

Lastly, be informed that from March 2 to April 1, 2026, access to the private quarters will be limited due to preservation efforts.