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Palaces of Portugal Private Tour

About this experience

Take the opportunity to visit some of the most beautiful works of architecture ever to be made in Europe. Portugal has magnificent and monumental Gothic and Baroque constructions and no one should visit without seeing them.

There is a lot to see and learn here, which is why we offer you the option of seeing 3 National Palaces in just one day!

These are our wonders:

Queluz National Palace;
Mafra National Palace;
Ajuda National Palace;

If you enjoy history, culture and stunning works of architecture then this is the tour to take!

At a glance

  • Duration: 8 hr–9 hr
  • Private experience

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Palaces of Portugal
Palaces of Portugal: Visit 3 Historic Portuguese Palaces in the Greater Lisbon region. This tour includes the Mafra National Palace, Ajuda National Palace and Queluz National Palace.
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour8 hr–9 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), Portuguese (written information), English (live guide), English (written information), Italian (live guide), Italian (written information), French (live guide), French (written information), Spanish (live guide), Spanish (written information)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 8 hr–9 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Driver/guide
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Transport by private vehicle

Not included

  • Lunch

Itinerary and highlights

Queluz National Palace

This monumental palace and baroque convent dominates the small town of Mafra. It was built during the reign of King João V, Portugal's most extravagant monarch.

This Palace is closed on Tuesdays

Palácio Nacional da Ajuda, built in the late 18th century to house the Portuguese royal family, is a historic building classified as a National Monument, which includes important decorative arts collections from the 18th and 19th centuries. It was the official residence of the Portuguese royal family for fifty years, becoming one of the main stages for meetings of the Council of State, grand banquets and official receptions.

This Palace is closed on Wednesday.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please enter your pickup address for our offered pickup and drop-off.

Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • Portuguese — Written
  • English — Guide
  • English — Written
  • Italian — Guide
  • Italian — Written
  • French — Guide
  • French — Written
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Spanish — Written
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • SWINGO by Avenidas

Accessibility and practical details

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 8 hr–9 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please enter your pickup address for our offered pickup and drop-off.
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), Portuguese (written information), English (live guide), English (written information), Italian (live guide), Italian (written information), French (live guide), French (written information), Spanish (live guide), Spanish (written information).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 4–11; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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