We recently went to the Palace from Lisbon. We took the train from the station at Rossio/Restoradores metro stop to SIntra. Once in Sintra, you can take the bus #434 (3 euros per person) from the outside of the train station to Pena (the bus is a sightseeing bus that stops at several good locations). The prices into Pena were... more

The summer residence of the portuguese Royal Family for years; the National Palace of Pena, is truly amazing. This palace was the 1st palace of the romantic era to be contsructed. It went on to inspire the vast palaces of Bavaria (including the famous one that Walt Disney used as the inspiration for the magic kingdom). Last occupied by the... more

It is forbidden to take off photographs of the palace inside. Therefore the photos are only outdoor. Wonderful place. more

A friend of ours had traveled to Lisbon and told us to take a day-trip to Sintra, while we were in Lisbon for 6 days. We learned late in our trip that many tour bus guides drive to Sintra and along the Estoril coast. Though we were tempted, we decided to take the local train by ourselves out to Sintra... more

I highly recommend buying the sight-seeing pass for 3.50 euro. This will take you to all the tourist spots with in Sintra. I walked from the town center to the palace and it took about 1 hour, but I am young and in relatively good shape. However, when I got there I took the trolley to the palace and back... more

The road up there is surprisingly beautiful through lush and mountaneous areas - have your camera ready ! Take a bus from the Sintra train station; walking will take a very long time. The palace itself has a pleasantly situated restaurant with a view, some nice interiors and a very nice walk with views down to the sea if you... more

1999年に行きました。 外から見ると、カラフルなパステルっぽい色とりどりで、まるでおとぎ話のお菓子の城みたいなお... more

Visita muy recomendable, pero imprescindible hacerla a primera hora del día, para pasear tranquilo y sacar fotografías sin una marabunta... more