Overview
In the heart of Sintra town, this medieval summer palace served Portugal's royals for some 500 years from the 14th to 19th centuries. Its emblematic twin conical chimneys, 33m tall, are visible from across the village. The interior blends Manueline and Mudéjar styles with arabesque azulejo tiles and intricate Moorish ceilings - highlights include the Magpie Hall (with 27 magpies painted on the ceiling, linked to King João I), Swan Hall, and Stag Hall. The vast kitchen chimneys were big enough to roast a whole deer at once. Admission about EUR 13. 7-minute walk from Sintra station.
Opening Hours
09:30-19:00 (last entry 18:00)
Travel Tips
A combined Sintra ticket with Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle offers good value. This is the most easily reached palace in the village.
Hotels near Sintra National Palace
Hotels and guesthouses in Sintra, Centro, Sintra
Other attractions in Sintra
Pena Palace
A fairy-tale palace in red, yellow, and purple — one of Portugal's Seven Wonders.
Quinta da Regaleira
A Gothic mansion with mysterious underground tunnels and the famous Initiation Well.
Castle of the Moors
An 8th-century Moorish hilltop fortress with Great Wall-like ramparts to walk along.
Cabo da Roca
Continental Europe's westernmost point - endless Atlantic seen from dramatic cliffs.
Monserrate Palace
A 19th-century palace blending Moorish, Gothic, and Indian styles, set in a lush botanical garden.
Sintra Vila (Old Town)
Cobblestone streets centered on the Sintra National Palace, packed with patisseries and craft shops.
Praia das Maçãs
An Atlantic beach near Sintra, beloved for its natural pools and beach cafes.