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National Palace of Mafra: Entry Ticket

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(334 verified reviews)Operator: MUSEUS E MONUMENTOS DE PORTUGAL, EPE,
A large yellow and white baroque building with two tall towers and numerous windows under a clear blue sky.
Last Admission45 min
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About

Britain has Buckingham Palace, France has Versailles, and Portugal has the National Palace of Mafra!

Discover this monumental treasure of the Portuguese Baroque, and get a sense of the lavish lifestyle of Lisbon’s royal rulers in the 18th century. Located about 30 km from Lisbon, the National Palace of Mafra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and just one look will tell you why. Comprising a vast royal palace, an entire basilica, and Portugal’s largest library, it’s an epic spectacle of art and architecture.

Every square foot of the National Palace of Mafra is staggeringly beautiful. Soak in the Baroque and Neoclassical grandeur as you explore this palatial royal summer residence, learn the fascinating stories behind the creation of these marvellous buildings, and get some seriously bold interior design inspiration! From priceless paintings and sumptuous sculptures, to magnificent murals and ornate architecture, the National Palace of Mafra will leave you spellbound.

What's Included

  • Entrance to the National Palace of Mafra

Must Know

  • Selected time indicates the visit shift, not a fixed entry time:
  • Morning shift: 9:30–14:00
  • Afternoon shift: 14:00–closing time
  • You may enter at any time within your selected shift

Instructions

1

Before you buy

  • Senior tickets for 65+ can be purchased on site
  • Free admission on Sundays and public holidays for residents in Portugal
  • Selected time indicates the visit shift, not a fixed entry time
2

On-site usage

Show your ticket at the entrance that is left to the basilica’s main entrance.

3

After your visit

  • Selected time indicates the visit shift, not a fixed entry time:
  • Morning shift: 9:30–14:00
  • Afternoon shift: 14:00–closing time
  • You may enter at any time within your selected shift

Meeting Point

Terreiro D. João V, Mafra, Mafra

GPS:38.93696, -9.32593

Reschedule and cancellation policy

These tickets are non-refundable. Cancellation and rescheduling are not possible for this experience.

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€15.00

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