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Private Tour to Queluz and Mafra palaces and Ericeira surf Coast

About this experience

In this tour we will visit the National Palace of Queluz, built in the 17th century by Peter, the brother of King Joseph I, it became a royal palace when he married his niece Maria, daughter of the king.

It was the venue of the great festivals of the idle and rich nobility, of bullfights, fireworks, music concerts and sumptuous dancing serenades. This palace witnessed the dramatic moments that preceded the escape of the royal family to Brazil during the first Napoleonic invasion and the birth and death of the emperor of Brazil Pedro I, as well.

In Mafra we visit the palatial complex composed of two palaces, a convent and a basilica that was built by King John V between 1717 and 1734.

This magnanimous work was built unimaginably far from Lisbon and consumed gigantic resources.

Leaving Mafra and before coming back to Lisbon we'll still have time to visit Ericeira, a traditional fishing village also known by its wonderful beaches and the surf spot.

At a glance

  • Duration: 7 hr
  • Private experience

What is included

  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Transport by air conditioning Van or Suv

Not included

  • Meals
  • Monuments tickets
  • National Palace of Queluz

Itinerary and highlights

Visit to the palace and gardens

Visit to the Palace

Walking in village and admire the Atlantic coast sights.

Visit to the surf beach

Meeting and pickup information

  • Fixed pick-up points aim to reduce the time spent in traffic within the city, but this does not prevent the traveler from proposing a more convenient pick-up point that meets the same objectives.

Languages and tickets

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

Tour operator

  • Lisbon Van Tours - Tours & experiences around Lisbon

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tickets for the two palaces are 19 euros per person, 13 euros for people over 65
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation policy

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

Available tour options

  • Pickup included

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