Sintra National Palace
Palácio Nacional de Sintra
The medieval royal palace in the centre of Sintra town. Its two huge white conical chimneys are Sintra's emblem, and the interior tiles and ceilings are exquisite.
Sintra National Palace is the best-preserved medieval royal palace in Portugal, and from the 15th to the 19th century it was a favourite summer residence of the royal family. Its most striking feature from the outside is the two 33-metre-tall white conical chimneys above the kitchen. Highlights inside include the Hall of Magpies, whose ceiling is painted with 136 magpies; the Swan Room, with 27 swans; the Armorial Room, painted with the coats of arms of 72 noble families; and plenty of 15th- and 16th-century Mudéjar-style tiles. Admission is about €13. The palace sits on the old town square in Sintra, a 10-minute walk from the train station.
Opening hours
09:30–18:30
Nearby sights
- Sintra Historic Centre
- Casa Piriquita
- Pena Palace, Sintra
- Biester Palace
- Quinta da Regaleira
- Seteais Palace
- Castle of the Moors
- Sintra Tram