Parque e Palácio de Monserrate
Quick Facts
- Location
- Portugal, Sintra
- Category
- Park & Garden
- Duration
- 1 hour in the palace plus 1-1.5 hours in the gardens and glass house
- Opening Hours
- Daily Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00 · From the opening-times-and-prices page on parquesdesintra.pt (checked 5 November 2026): the park runs 09:00-19:00 with the last ticket and last admission at 18:00, the palace keeps 09:30-18:00 with last admission shown as 17:00 or 17:30 depending on the day, and the office closes for an hour at lunch while machines keep selling. Parts of the palace interior have limits for visitors with reduced mobility, set out area by area on the accessibility page.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Adults aged 18 to 64 pay 12 euros · Student: Youth aged 6 to 17 pay 10 euros · The fare covers both the gardens and the Romantic palace, online tickets carry a chosen date that can be rescheduled on the site, and the Moorish Castle shares the same 12, 10, 10 and 33 euro table while Pena and the Sintra National Palace are priced separately.
- Address
- Parque e Palácio de Monserrate, Sintra, Portugal
- Coordinates
- 38.7942, -9.4206
Introduction
Tucked deep in the romantic landscapes on the far side of Sintra's hills, Monserrate Palace was built in the nineteenth century for the English baronet Francis Cook. Its white dome and exotic Arab-inspired carvings rise from a remarkable botanical garden, and Lord Byron famously celebrated the estate's ruins and glens in his poetry. Rare plants from five continents surround fountains, waterfalls and the path of an old chapel ruin. Far less crowded than Pena Palace, it rewards unhurried travellers with the full romantic spirit that earned Sintra its World Heritage status.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00 |
| Wednesday | Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00 |
| Thursday | Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00 |
| Friday | Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00 |
| Saturday | Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00 |
| Sunday | Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00 |
From the opening-times-and-prices page on parquesdesintra.pt (checked 5 November 2026): the park runs 09:00-19:00 with the last ticket and last admission at 18:00, the palace keeps 09:30-18:00 with last admission shown as 17:00 or 17:30 depending on the day, and the office closes for an hour at lunch while machines keep selling. Parts of the palace interior have limits for visitors with reduced mobility, set out area by area on the accessibility page.
Ticket Information
| Adult | Adults aged 18 to 64 pay 12 euros |
|---|---|
| Student | Youth aged 6 to 17 pay 10 euros |
| Senior | Seniors over 65 pay 10 euros |
| Child | A family ticket for two adults and two youths is 33 euros |
The fare covers both the gardens and the Romantic palace, online tickets carry a chosen date that can be rescheduled on the site, and the Moorish Castle shares the same 12, 10, 10 and 33 euro table while Pena and the Sintra National Palace are priced separately.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Parque e Palácio de Monserrate?
Monday: Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00; Tuesday: Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00; Wednesday: Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00; Thursday: Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00; Friday: Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00; Saturday: Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00; Sunday: Park 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); palace 09:30-18:00; From the opening-times-and-prices page on parquesdesintra.pt (checked 5 November 2026): the park runs 09:00-19:00 with the last ticket and last admission at 18:00, the palace keeps 09:30-18:00 with last admission shown as 17:00 or 17:30 depending on the day, and the office closes for an hour at lunch while machines keep selling. Parts of the palace interior have limits for visitors with reduced mobility, set out area by area on the accessibility page.
How much is the admission for Parque e Palácio de Monserrate?
Adult: Adults aged 18 to 64 pay 12 euros; Student: Youth aged 6 to 17 pay 10 euros; Senior: Seniors over 65 pay 10 euros; Child: A family ticket for two adults and two youths is 33 euros; The fare covers both the gardens and the Romantic palace, online tickets carry a chosen date that can be rescheduled on the site, and the Moorish Castle shares the same 12, 10, 10 and 33 euro table while Pena and the Sintra National Palace are priced separately.
Any practical tips for visiting Parque e Palácio de Monserrate?
Buses back to town run infrequently, so check the last departure times in advance. It is an uphill walk from the gate to the palace; a shuttle is available if needed.
How long should I spend at Parque e Palácio de Monserrate?
A typical visit takes 1 hour in the palace plus 1-1.5 hours in the gardens and glass house.
