Discover the treasures of Pena Palace with the assistance of our profeccional local guide. Enjoy this place while feeling comfortable in your small group.
Save time by having your knowledgeable guide direct you to Pena Palace entrance rather than making you wait in lengthy admission lines.
With the aid of a knowledgeable guide, you may learn about the origins of Pena Palace.
This intimate and exclusive small-group guided tour is the ideal way to experience Pena Palace because it guarantees that you will have your guide's full attention.
Depending on your request, this tour can be given in English, French, German, Italian or Spanish.
Pena Palace
Located in the municipality of Sintra, Portugal, the Pena Palaceis one of the seven wonders of Portugal. Originally constructed for the German royal family, it was later purchased by the Portuguese state and turned into a museum. In 1995, Pena Palace was classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The palace is a beautiful combination of various architectural styles. The interiors feature naturalist style architectural elements with Islamic and medieval European accents. There are many interesting details to discover inside. The park surrounding the palace is also a must-see for visitors. In addition to its beautiful gardens and ponds, the park has statues, fountains, and exotic plants from Portuguese colonies. There are several walking paths and secret paths to explore.
Pena Palace is divided into two main sections: the palace and the park. Tickets for the park cost half the price of the palace. The park has two parking spaces. The park is 200 hectares in size and stretches around the palace. The park has an arboretum with trees from every continent. The park also features walking paths, lakes, fountains, pavilions, and statues. It is open 9 am to 7 pm daily.
Pena Palace was originally constructed by Ferdinand II as a summer residence. It was originally painted red and then repainted in yellow. The palace has several terraces, including the Queen's terrace, which is the highest terrace within the palace. The terrace has views of the Sintra Valley and Moorish Castle.
There are several rooms within the palace that are decorated with stucco art. One of the rooms in the palace is a small dining room, which has a stained glass window that shows Vasco da Gama kneeling before the king. The Palace is home to a variety of royal collections. It also has a telephone room. There is a kitchen and dining room in the palace as well. There are several rooms within the palace that have Moorish-arched ceilings. There is also an Arab room.
One of the most beautiful and unique features of the palace is the clock tower, which is built inside the palace. There is also a drawstring bridge that is carved into the palace's main facade. The Palace's interior was constructed by Baron Wilhelm Ludvig von Eschwege, a mining engineer. He was inspired by several castles he had seen in Germany. He also used the vaulted ceilings from 14 monk cells to make royal bedrooms for the royal family.
Pena Palace is a fascinating and colorful castle, which has been constantly maintained. You can join a guided tour from Lisbon, which includes transportation and explanations of what you see. It is best to arrive early. It is not allowed to photograph inside the palace.
If you are planning a visit to Pena Palace, make sure to buy tickets online. It is cheaper to purchase tickets online and you can book for a specific time. The Pena Palace website offers a 5% discount on the gate price.
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