Sintra: National Palace and Gardens Skip-the-Line Ticket

Explore 1,000 years of Portuguese history with a skip-the-line entry ticket to the National Palace of Sintra. Enter the historic monument, first built as a Moorish castle after the Umayyad conquest of Hispania in the 8th century. Follow in the footsteps of the first king of Portugal, who extended the fortress in 1147.

Marvel at how later extensions made use of the natural landscape as you admire the Manueline and Mudejar designs of the interior courtyards and discover windows with surmounted arches and walls covered in glazed tiles of geometric patterns.

New Immersive Experience at the National Palace of Sintra:
Discover a powerful new way to experience the National Palace of Sintra through an innovative audiovisual journey that brings to life 14 forgotten historical figures – from cooks to queens. These short films, embedded in the visitor route, offer an immersive and emotional perspective on the real lives of those who once inhabited the palace, shedding light on the diverse social, political, and personal stories across centuries.

The project features interactive video portraits of iconic Portuguese queens and other characters, voiced by renowned Portuguese actors, available in both Portuguese and English. This new addition complements existing tools like the audio guide, virtual tour, and treasure hunt, making your visit richer and more human-centered than ever.