Sintra town square with colorful buildings and Moorish Castle on the hill.
Pena Palace pathway with view of colorful castle towers in Sintra, Portugal.
Cloisters with ornate arches and a central fern in a shell-shaped planter.
Quinta da Regaleira palace with ornate facade and lush gardens in Sintra, Portugal.
Stone pathway over turquoise water in Quinta da Regaleira garden, Sintra, Portugal.
Interior hallway of Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal, featuring ornate arches and red velvet seating.
Tour group inside Pena Palace, Sintra, observing ornate ceiling details.

From Lisbon: Sintra, Pena Palace & Quinta da Regaleira Full-Day Trip

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Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Transfers included

Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus

Guided tour

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Experience Lisbon, Portugal's rich history and stunning architecture with this full-day trip to Sintra, featuring visits to Pena Palace & Quinta da Regaleira. This tour offers a deep dive into the region’s cultural heritage, showcasing some of its most exquisite landmarks in one day. Perfect for those looking to explore beyond the city limits without leaving behind comfort and convenience.

Escape Lisbon for a day and uncover Sintra’s charm on this all-planned day trip.

Travel in air-conditioned comfort from Lisbon and back, with a guide who speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, or French.

Discover Sintra’s winding streets, vibrant craft shops, and sample beloved pastries like travesseiros and queijadas.

Stop to admire icons like Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira. Whether you’re here for photos or stories, your guide’s got you covered!

Upgrade your experience to enter Pena Palace and Quinta de Regaleira. See the lavish interiors and surreal gardens that make these sites world-famous.

8-hour full-day tour of Sintra

Round-trip AC transfers from Lisbon

Expert English, Portuguese, Spanish, or French-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Entry to Quinta da Regaleira and Pena Palace (as per option selected)

Tips

Meals and beverages

Quinta da Regaleira palace with ornate facade and lush gardens in Sintra, Portugal.

Quinta da Regaleira palace with ornate facade and lush gardens in Sintra, Portugal.

What to bring

  • Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes since exploring the sprawling grounds of Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira involves a fair amount of walking.

  • If travelling with a child, bring a child safety seat as bus providers do not supply baby seats.

  • Bring weather-appropriate clothing, as the tour will take place rain or shine.

  • Pack your sunhat, sunglasses, SPF, and water bottle to beat the heat, especially during summer.

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palaces or on the tour bus.

  • Your pets are not permitted at the Pena Palace & Park.

  • Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

  • The tour is not suitable for pregnant women or guests with respiratory, cardiac, or significant mobility issues.

Additional information

  • The itinerary and timetables are subject to change due to operational reasons or weather conditions.

  • Free time is provided in Sintra for lunch and independent exploration of the historic center.

  • Heads up, local festivals and weather might shuffle the day’s schedule a bit, but you’ll still see all the main highlights!

  • Unexpected closures of palaces may occur due to adverse weather conditions or fire hazards. When this happens, you’ll visit the Queluz National Palace, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais instead.

  • Quinta da Regaleira and Pena Palace are wildly popular, and tickets sell out like hotcakes. If you book the options without tickets, entry on the day of your tour is not guaranteed.

Stone pathway over turquoise water in Quinta da Regaleira garden, Sintra, Portugal.

Stone pathway over turquoise water in Quinta da Regaleira garden, Sintra, Portugal.

Interior hallway of Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal, featuring ornate arches and red velvet seating.

Interior hallway of Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal, featuring ornate arches and red velvet seating.

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Operating hours

Quinta da Regaleira

Monday
10:00am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Tuesday
10:00am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Thursday
10:00am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Friday
10:00am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Saturday
10:00am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Sunday
10:00am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
  • Closed on 1st Jan 2026, 24th Dec 2026, 25th Dec 2026 and 31st Dec 2026.

National Palace of Pena

Monday
9:30am - 6:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Tuesday
9:30am - 6:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Wednesday
9:30am - 6:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Thursday
9:30am - 6:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Friday
9:30am - 6:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Saturday
9:30am - 6:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Sunday
9:30am - 6:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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FAQs

Yes, you can upgrade your tour package to gain entry into both Pena Palace and Quinta de Regaleira for a more enriched exploration of these sites.
You'll get to explore winding streets, visit vibrant craft shops, and sample beloved pastries such as travesseiros and queijadas along with your guide's stories about these iconic sites.
Your expert guide will communicate in English, Portuguese, Spanish, or French based on your chosen option.
Tips and beverages are excluded, so consider setting aside some extra funds if you wish to tip service providers.
Pack weather-appropriate attire since the tour will proceed regardless of rain or shine. Also consider bringing sun protection like hats, sunglasses, SPF, and a water bottle to stay hydrated.
This all-planned day trip spans an impressive duration of 8 hours.
Yes, round-trip AC transfers are provided to ensure a comfortable journey between Lisbon and Sintra.
Meals are not part of the package; you'll need to arrange them separately during your visit.
The tour includes visits to Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira, both renowned for their lavish interiors and surreal gardens.
It's advisable to wear sturdy shoes due to the walking involved. Additionally, if traveling with children, remember to bring a child safety seat as they are not supplied by bus providers.

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