5-Hour Lisbon Palace Tour with Queluz and Ajuda

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover the fascinating National Palácio de Queluz with your expert guide
• 02 Behold the beauty of the National Palácio da Ajuda
• 03 Stroll through the charming gardens of one of Lisbon's most captivating palaces
• 04 Admire the 18th-century tilework at the Canal dos Azulejos
• 05 See royal reception rooms filled with gold carvings, mirrors, chandeliers, and decorative arts

Discover a lesser-seen side of Lisbon's royal history on a private tour of the National Palace of Queluz and the National Palace of Ajuda. Explore elegant interiors, decorative arts, and beautifully designed gardens that reveal a chapter of Portuguese history often missed on the usual tourist routes. From Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical details to lakes, fountains, and historic tilework, this experience offers a rich look at two remarkable palaces.

Discover a lesser-seen side of Lisbon's royal history on a private tour of the National Palace of Queluz and the National Palace of Ajuda.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Lisbon

Languages English, German, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Pick-up and Visit to the National Palace of Queluz

• Get off the beaten track and join this private tour to Queluz and Ajuda Palace.
• After being picked up from your location in Lisbon, head to the fascinating Palace of Queluz.
• Inside, discover a combination of Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical architectural designs, while in the gardens a French architectural style awaits you.
• In the elegant Throne Room, admire gold carvings and mirrors, and see where royals once hosted their guests.

2

Day 02

Explore the Gardens of the National Palace of Queluz

• In the garden, wander among lakes, fountains, and lead statues depicting mythological scenes.
• Finish your tour of this palace at the amazing "Canal dos Azulejos".
• Here, admire 18th-century tile designs and see where the royal family used to ride a small boat on sunny afternoons.

3

Day 03

Visit the National Palace of Ajuda

• Next, head back to Lisbon to visit Ajuda Palace, located in the Belém neighbourhood. Inside, admire extravagant furniture, tapestries, sculptures, and decorative arts.
• Make your way through the impressive Dining Room, admiring crystal chandeliers, silk-covered chairs, and an allegory of the birth of King João VI on the ceiling.

4

Day 04

Return to Your Accommodation in Lisbon

• At the end of the tour, get dropped back at your hotel or accommodation in Lisbon.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick-up and drop-off at a hotel or cruise port in Lisbon
• Entrance tickets to the National Queluz Palace and Gardens
• Entrance tickets to the National Ajuda Palace
• Private guide for your group, who will accompany you inside the monuments and locations
• Transportation by air-conditioned car or van

What's Not Included

• Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the description

Know before you go

• Be sure to bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a camera.
• National monuments may close on public holidays or on special occasions without notice.
• The sequence of the mentioned places can change according to your wishes or due to weather conditions.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

At your hotel, Airbnb, or cruise port in Lisbon.

Tour start

Largo Palácio de Queluz, 2745-191 Queluz, Portugal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.