Moorish Castle Tickets

Trace Sintra’s journey from 9th-century fortress to 20th-century palace, only 1.2 km apart!

• Everything you get at Moorish Castle: Entry to the Moorish Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and access to all parts, including the Second Ring of Walls, Castle Keep, and Royal Tower.
• Everything you get at Quinta da Regaleira: Entry to the Quinta da Regaleira, another notable UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sintra, with full access to its interiors and extensive gardens.
• Why choose this: Visit two Sintra highlights with one simple booking and enjoy the freedom to explore them on the same day or space them out across 2 days.
• Upgrades: Level up with an audio guide, packed with fascinating stories and insights into both Sintra attractions.

Inclusions

Moorish Castle

• Entry to Moorish Castle
• Audio guide in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French (as per option selected)
• Offline content: text, audio, narration, and maps (as per option selected)

Quinta da Regaleira

• Entry to Quinta da Regaleira
• Audio guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, and Chinese (as per option selected)
• Offline content: text, audio, narration, and maps (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Expert guide
• Transfers

Please click here for detailed route map and boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Express Tour

• First bus: 10am from Paulskirche
• Last bus: 5pm from Paulskirche
• Frequency: Every 1 hour
• Popular stops: Saint Paul’s Cathedral, Goethe House, Sachsenhausen Pub District

Skyline Tour

• First bus: 10:30am from Paulskirche (12:30pm on Tue, Wed & Thu)
• Last bus: 4:30pm from Paulskirche (2:30pm on Tue, Wed & Thu)
• Frequency: Every 2 hours
• Popular Stops: Main Tower, Trade Fair Centre, Frankfurt Zoo

What to bring

Moorish Castle

• Bring a fully charged smartphone and your trusted headphones if choosing the audio guide upgrade.
• Make sure to wear sturdy walking shoes as you’ll encounter lots of uneven terrain inside the castle.
• Mobile signal may be weak at the site; it's best to download your ticket, audio guide, and all digital content via WiFi before your visit.
• Pet dogs are welcome at the castle. Make sure to read these guidelines before bringing your pet dog along.

Quinta da Regaleira

• Carry a hat and sunscreen to keep yourself protected from the sun during the summer.
• Carry enough water to keep yourself hydrated during your visit.
• Download your ticket via WiFi before your visit.
• Wear a pair of sturdy walking shoes, especially if you plan on exploring the Initiation Well.

What’s not allowed

Moorish Castle

• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.

Quinta da Regaleira

• Pets cannot tag along for this experience due to venue restrictions.
• Tripods and flash photography aren’t allowed inside the Quinta da Regaleira.

Accessibility

Moorish Castle

• The experience is not fully wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain and historic structures.
• Certain areas of the castle are wheelchair accessible. These include the inner portions of the castle, the Moorish Castle Church, the store, and the cafeteria.
• There is parking for disabled persons.

Quinta da Regaleira

• Most places are wheelchair accessible via ramps and elevators, but the palace’s historic nature can make some areas hard to access.
• Guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Moorish Castle

• The audio tour is compatible only with Android (version 5.0 and later) and iOS (version 15.0 and later) smartphones. Not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 6/6 Plus or older, iPod Touch 6th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Air 1st generation, or iPad Mini 3rd generation or older.
• Private parking is otherwise not available. We’d recommend parking at the historic center of Sintra and relying on public transportation to reach the castle.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

One combo, two hilltop wonders, just a short 10-minute scenic walk apart.

• Everything you get at Moorish Castle: Entry to the Moorish Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with access to all parts, including the Second Ring of Walls, Castle Keep, and Royal Tower.
• Everything you get at Pena Palace: Discover the Romantic-era Pena Palace and Pena Park, its 200-acre sculpture-studded gardens. The vibrant blend of neo-Gothic, Manueline, Moorish, and Islamic architecture makes it a favorite for travelers of all kinds.
• Why choose this: One easy booking for two Sintra gems! Enjoy timed entry to Pena Palace and visit the crowd-free Moorish Castle anytime on your chosen date.
• Upgrades: Make your basic entry ticket better with an audio guide that offers deeper insights into both attractions’ history.

Inclusions

Moorish Castle

• Entry to Moorish Castle
• Audio guide in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French (as per option selected)
• Offline content: text, audio, narration, and maps (as per option selected)

Pena Palace and Park

• Entry to Pena Palace and Park
• Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, and German (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Transfers
• Live guide

What to bring

Moorish Castle

• Make sure to wear sturdy walking shoes as you’ll encounter lots of uneven terrain inside the castle.
• Mobile signal may be weak at the site; it's best to download your ticket via WiFi before your visit.
• Pet dogs are welcome at the castle. Make sure to read these guidelines before bringing your pet dog along.

Pena Palace and Park

• Make sure to wear comfortable shoes as exploring the palace will involve a considerable amount of walking.
• Carry plenty of water, a hat, and sunscreen, especially when visiting during the summer.
• Remember to bring a valid ID for ticket authentication.

What’s not allowed

Moorish Castle

• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.

Pena Palace and Park

• Pets are not allowed at the palace (except guide dogs)
• Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the palace.
• Avoid bringing any large bags or luggage as you can’t take them inside the palace.
• Carrying drones and tripods is prohibited at the palace.

Accessibility

Moorish Castle

• The experience is not fully wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain and historic structures.
• Certain areas of the castle are wheelchair accessible. These include the inner portions of the castle, the Moorish Castle Church, the store, and the cafeteria.
• There is parking for disabled persons.

Pena Palace and Park

• Wheelchair access is available, but certain areas might be tricky to navigate because of slopes and uneven terrain.
• Guide dogs are welcome at the palace.

Additional information

Moorish Castle

• The audio tour is compatible only with Android (version 5.0 and later) and iOS (version 15.0 and later) smartphones. Not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 6/6 Plus or older, iPod Touch 6th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Air 1st generation, or iPad Mini 3rd generation or older.
• Private parking is otherwise not available. We’d recommend parking at the historic center of Sintra and relying on public transportation to reach the castle.

Pena Palace and Park

• Make sure to bring a fully charged phone and your best earphones for a great experience.
• Your selected time slot is for entry to Pena Palace. Since it’s about a 30-minute uphill walk from the park entrance to the palace, make sure to arrive early. Late arrivals may be denied entry.
• Private vehicles are not permitted, so visitors should use pedestrian trails or public transport.
• About 30 km from Lisbon, Pena Palace sits in Sintra, where parking is available in the historic center or outer lots, though spaces can be limited.
• Download the free Zoom Guide app before your visit for access to multilingual audio guides, images, and more to help you navigate better.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.