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Palacio da Pena
Type: Architecture, Attractions, Day Trips, Family Friendly, Gardens, Great Views, Historic Sites, Romantic, Sightseeing, Unusual
10Best Says
One of the region's most distinguished historical landmarks and a fixture on the Sintra sightseeing circuit, the Pena palace crowns the highest peak of the Serra de Sintra hills. Dating from the 19th... Read More
One of the region's most distinguished historical landmarks and a fixture on the Sintra sightseeing circuit, the Pena palace crowns the highest peak of the Serra de Sintra hills. Dating from the 19th century, the building features several different architectural styles, with colourful domes and turrets surrounded by a castellated wall. Commissioned by Queen Maria II for her husband Ferdinand, the palace is full of rare and priceless antiques and curios from all over the world displayed in beautifully styled rooms of fantastic opulence and decoration. One of the most impressive is the Ballroom, which is furnished with stunning Oriental porcelain and German stained-glass windows. The Arab Room is also rich in its splendor. The dramatic views from the ramparts embrace the entire Lisbon coast, as far as Ericeira.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Paul Bernhardt
Lisbon Local Expert
- Sightseeing: "Admission to the palace also includes access to the park, itself a wooded and verdant destination."
- Romantic Things to Do: "Keep an eye on the weather. The mild micro-climate means that sometimes the palace is hidden by mist or low cloud."
- Best for Sightseeing Because: The palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Portugal. Combining a visit with exploring Sintra proper is a memorable day out.
- Best for Romantic Things to Do Because: Even from a distance the palace conures up a sense of flamboyant romanticism, an emotion that strengthens as you approach this landmark wonder.
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