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National Palace of Pena (Palacio Nacional da Pena)

Sintra, Portugal
As featured in Day trips from Lisbon
Ranked #2 of 14 attractions in Sintra
4.5 of 5 stars 264 Reviews
Type: Castles, Historic Sites
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Fee: Yes
Owner description: The Convent of the Holy Virgin, built in 1503, was enlarged and refined by D. Fernando, husband of D. Maria II in the early 19th century, and is today...... more » Owner description: The Convent of the Holy Virgin, built in 1503, was enlarged and refined by D. Fernando, husband of D. Maria II in the early 19th century, and is today a pure example of romantic Portuguese architecture. « less
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Estoril, Portugal
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

It's a must in Lisbon's area! Beautiful views of the Ocean from the top, fantastic architecture and furniture. More

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Paris,France
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012
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Excellent location and views. We had to ask the guide to explain stuff inside as biting winds were outside. Palec itself so so. Be prepared for some stiff walking. More

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Foster City, California
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Set up in he mountains with magnificent views, this palace is really very beautiful and worth a visit. If you have a car, easy drive, otherwise buy a ticket for a bus leaving from the tourist office in Sintra More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Definitely worth a visit if you're in the Lisbon area. The castle is so ornate that it looks like something from a fairy tale, and the views from the top are pretty extraordinary. You can pay to visit the interior of the palace, or just pay the entrance fee to the park and see the outside. The castle rooms are... More

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Gothenburg, Sweden
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

So worth a visit! Just go there and enjoy the scenery! More

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Lisboa
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Built by a portuguese king with German roots in XIX century, situated in the top of a hill, this Palace is one of the most visited ones in Portugal More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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149 reviews 149 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

amazing place, get on the bus that takes you to the castelo and the pena palace. the bus stops at the park and there is a transfer you can catch to the palace or you can walk - the park looks massive from the map we were given! and we were glad to be able to catch the transfer. we... More

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Ankara, Turkey
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012
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OK, it is veeery hard to reach the Pena Palace, but it is worth every step. The palace is located at one of the highest hills of Sintra. You should take the bus #434 at the historical city center to get to the palace. Do not even think of walking, since the road is very steep, narrow and long. The... More

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Newcastle, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Great place to spend a few hours and lovely views. However, we made the mistake of walking from Sintra - nice, but a long way up hill!! More

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Saint Julian's, Malta
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
83 helpful votes 83 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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Perched high on the top of a hill with outstanding views, there is lots to see here. Parking is available right at the entrance to the park otherwise take the bus or be prepared for a hard uphill walk. While the walk around the palace walls is good and offer fantastic vistas, the inside rooms are not to be missed... More

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