A brightly painted hilltop palace above Sintra, mixing Neo-Gothic, Moorish and Indian-inspired styles, surrounded by a large forested park with views to the ocean. Visitors file through a short interior route of royal rooms, then walk the terraces, ramparts, gardens and trails.
Highlights
- Terraces and ramparts walk
- Countess's Chalet gardens
- Cruz Alta viewpoint
Good to know
- Book timed palace tickets online in advance
- Expect 30-60 minute queues despite time slots
- Steep uphill walk from gate to palace
