José Saramago, Nobel prize in 1998, was inspired by this building to write the fabulous book Baltasar and Blimunda. This palace was built in the baroque style, it's one of the most important palaces in Europe. Commissioned by King D. João V to fulfil a vote of succession, it spreads along 38.000m, comprising 1.200 rooms, 4.700 doors and windows and 156 stairs and boasts six historic organs in the Basilica, an 18th-century library with around 38.000 volumes and a Hospital.
At your hotel
Pick up at the hotel
Guided tour to palace, library and basilica.
End of the tour and drive Back to the hotel
At your hotel
Included hotel pick up, entrance fee
lunch and tips
This is a half-day tour. If you wish a full-day tour to Mafra and Ericeira, please send a private message.
1 day notice to Lisboa and Sintra and Mafra
“Wonderful tour”
Great tour guide for our 3 hour tour of the high points of Lisbon.Vey knowledgeable ,well educated on all of the history of Lisbon and a great driver named Ricardo.It was a pleasure.DRW
Marisa F.
(8 reviews)Thank you so much! Was a pleasure to be your guide.
“Spy tour in Lisbon”
Marisa, in a word ‘superb’. Excellent English, broad based knowledge, subject area expert and friendly. All in an excellent experience at a super price
Marisa F.
(8 reviews)Thank you so much! Beijinhos ( kisses) to you all and thank you, again!!!