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National Palace of Ajuda
Lisbon Card
Go for: Entry tickets
Duration: Flexible
Guide: No
Recommended tours
Go for: Combo tours
Duration: Flexible
Guide: No
Recommended tour
The Throne Room is one of the most majestic spaces in the palace. It features a grand throne, intricate decorations, and impressive frescoes on the ceiling. This room showcases the monarchy's opulence and ceremonial grandeur.
The Music Room is known for its exquisite decorations, including detailed woodwork and elegant furnishings. The room is a beautiful reflection of the cultural and artistic interests of Portuguese royals.
The Dining Room is another impressive space within the palace, showcasing the lavish lifestyle of the Portuguese royalty. Elaborate table settings, chandeliers, and intricate decorations characterize this room.
Explore the various royal apartments to get a sense of the living quarters of the monarchs. These rooms feature period-appropriate furniture, personal items, and beautiful decorations.
The Ceremonial Staircase at the palace features an impressive design with a double flight of stairs. It adds a sense of grandeur to the entrance of the palace.
The Royal Chapel within the palace is a place of worship with stunning religious art and architecture.
Opening times: Thursday to Tuesday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Last entry: 5:30 PM
Closed: Wednesday, 1st January, Easter Sunday, 1st May, 24th and 25th December
Best time to visit: Plan your visit to Ajuda National Palace between March and May. During this time, the weather is pleasant and the crowds are less, thus letting you comfortably explore the palace.
Address: Largo da Ajuda, 1349-021 Lisboa, Portugal
Budget: The Bridge (1 km), Terrace Lisbon Hotel (1.1 km), Holiday Inn Express Lisbon (2.3 km).
Mid-range: Hotel Vila Galé Ópera (1.8 km), ibis Lisboa Alfragide (2.1 km), Hotel York House Lisboa (3.4 km).
Luxury: Pestana Palace Lisboa (1.1 km), Hyatt Regency Lisbon (1.4 km), Altis Belém Hotel & Spa (1.9 km).
Located 5.2 km from Ajuda, Belém Tower is an iconic fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It offers panoramic views of the Tagus River and is a significant historical monument.
Located 1.8 km from Ajuda National Palace, the National Coach Museum is one of the most unique and fascinating museums in Portugal.
Another UNESCO World Heritage site in Belém, the Jerónimos Monastery is a masterpiece of Manueline architecture. It is located 2.2 km from Ajuda National Palace.
An Ajuda National Palace ticket will cost between €8 and €17.10. The price of the ticket varies according to the type of ticket purchased.
Tickets for the palace can be booked either online or offline. It is advisable to book tickets online since it saves time and money.
Standard entry tickets include access to Ajuda National Palace whereas combo tour tickets include access to Ajuda and priority entry to the Royal Treasure Museum.
If you go for the combo tour ticket, you can enjoy skip-the-line access to the Royal Treasure Museum, not Ajuda National Palace.
Ajuda National Palace tickets cannot be canceled or rescheduled.
An Ajuda National Palace tour can be completed within 1-2 hours.