Guided Tours

Pena Palace Guided Tour

Pena Palace in Sintra with tourists exploring the colorful architecture.

Tourist with guide in the Queen's bedroom of Pena Palace, Sintra, Portugal.

Tour group listening to a guide near a statue inside Pena Palace.

Tourists exploring the terrace of Pena Palace with scenic views in Sintra, Portugal.

Duration

1 hr 30 mins

Open today

Guided tour

Transfers available

4.5/5(140)

Tina T

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

Our tour guide helped us understand the history and the meaning of the inside and outside of the palace. We also enjoyed seeing the apartments that we would not have seen otherwise.

Shannon S

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

This tour was amazing. Our guide was great. Very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. We felt like royalty getting to broad lines and go to parts of the castle that others are not allowed to enter. Highly recommend! If you want to see the grounds plan to be there for 3-4 hours. Also try to get the first tour of the day.

Cathy S

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

We LOVED the private tour we had in the Pena Palace. It's the only way to see it. We saw so many places and did NOT deal with any crowds. The doors were closed and it was us and the guide.

Leslie V

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Francisco our guide was so fun and so incredibly knowledgeable he mande the tour so much fun. His stories were so relatable and he explained things with such passion we felt like we were hearing a story of life not just history facts. Definitely get a private guide it makes things so much more enjoyable and relaxing

Julietta A

Solo

Verified booking

Jan 2026

Sara really knew the history of Pena Palace and helped me get down from the big hill after the tour. The palace itself is beautiful and I enjoyed learning about its details.

Donna K

Couple

Verified booking

Jan 2026

Really loved our tour with Marianna. She was very knowledgeable, delightful, and spoke excellent English. She really made the visit fantastic. Beautiful palace.

Step inside Pena Palace with a guide who reveals how decorative motifs and eclectic influences turned it into one of Europe’s most Romantic monuments.

Explore the palace’s richly decorated chambers, including the New Palace wing and Private Apartments where Portuguese royalty once lived, worked, and entertained.

After the tour, wander the lush Pena Park and discover the Chalet of the Countess of Edla, a charming alpine-style retreat tucked among forested trails.

Enjoy the experience with an English or Portuguese-speaking guide, plus a shuttle transfer from the park gate to the palace entrance for an easier uphill visit.

Upgrade to a thematic tour led by a cultural expert who focuses on specific stories, artistic elements, and the deeper meaning behind Pena Palace’s design.

Guide tour of Pena Palace

Access to the New Palace wing and Private Apartments

Self-guided tour of the Pena Park and Chalet of the Countess of Edla

Shuttle transfer from the park gate to the palace entrance

English or Portuguese-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Thematic guided tour (as per option selected)

Hotel transfers

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Tina T
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
Our tour guide helped us understand the history and the meaning of the inside and outside of the palace. We also enjoyed seeing the apartments that we would not have seen otherwise.
Shannon S
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
This tour was amazing. Our guide was great. Very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. We felt like royalty getting to broad lines and go to parts of the castle that others are not allowed to enter. Highly recommend! If you want to see the grounds plan to be there for 3-4 hours. Also try to get the first tour of the day.
Cathy S
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We LOVED the private tour we had in the Pena Palace. It's the only way to see it. We saw so many places and did NOT deal with any crowds. The doors were closed and it was us and the guide.
Karen H
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Our guide was great. I wish that I hadn't forgotten her name. She was easy to hear and understand. The group was a good size, not overly crowded.
Jason D
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Our guide João was great. He was knowledgeable and friendly. I would happily recommend him to others.

Discover Pena Palace with a guide who reveals its royal stories, hidden symbolism, and magnificent interiors.

Getting started

Arrive at the Park and National Palace of Pena entrance and have your ticket ready for validation. From the park gate, hop on the included shuttle that takes you up to the palace entrance. Meet your English or Portuguese-speaking guide at the park gate point before the tour begins and follow them into the palace.

What to expect

Perched high above Sintra, Pena Palace is one of Europe’s most striking landmarks, known for its colorful towers and eclectic architecture. On this guided tour, explore the palace’s interiors and Private Apartments while learning about the Portuguese royal family, the palace’s design influences, and the symbolism woven into its decoration.

Highlights

Royal Apartments: Step into the Private Apartments once used by Portugal’s royal family, where preserved furniture, personal objects, and décor reveal how life unfolded inside the palace.

New Palace Wing: Explore this wing’s richly decorated rooms, showcasing intricate tilework, ornate ceilings, and furnishings that reflect the tastes of 19th-century royalty.

Pena Park & Edla Chalet: After the tour, stroll through the forested trails of Pena Park and visit the charming Chalet of the Countess of Edla, a romantic retreat hidden within the gardens.

Thematic tour option: Choose a thematic guided tour for deeper insight into Pena Palace’s architecture, symbolism, and the artistic choices that shaped this Romantic masterpiece.

What to bring

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes as exploring the palace will involve a considerable amount of walking.

Carry plenty of water, a hat, and sunscreen, especially when visiting during the summer.

Remember to bring a valid ID for ticket authentication.

What’s not allowed

Smoking, large bags and luggage, and drones/tripods are not allowed inside the palace.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

Accessible parking spaces and public transportation options are conveniently located at the venue.

For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information

Facilities: cloak room (near the park gate).

The attraction may be crowded. So, expect a wait time of up to 15 mins before your experience begins.

Private vehicles are not permitted, so visitors should use pedestrian trails or public transport.

About 30 km from Lisbon, Pena Palace sits in Sintra, where parking is available in the historic center or outer lots, though spaces can be limited.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point. Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.