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Palácio Nacional da Ajuda

Museum4.7 · 10 7034.6 · 1 458≈ 1 h 30 minEntry: ~15 €5.3 km from the center

Crowning a hill in Lisbon, the National Palace of Ajuda is a monumental neoclassical palace that served as the permanent residence of Portugal's monarchs in the 19th century. Visitors can marvel at lavishly preserved royal apartments of King Luís I and Queen Maria Pia, featuring opulent silk wall coverings, crystal chandeliers, and the grand Throne Room. Its modern west wing houses the Royal Treasure Museum with dazzling crown jewels.

Highlights

  • Last official royal residence of the Portuguese monarchy, completed in neoclassical style
  • Opulent 19th-century private apartments, Throne Room, and crystal-lit banquet halls
  • Royal Treasure Museum housing Portugal's magnificent crown jewels and royal regalia

Opening hours

Mon10:00 – 18:00
Tue10:00 – 18:00
WedClosed
Thu10:00 – 18:00
Fri10:00 – 18:00
Sat10:00 – 18:00
Sun10:00 – 18:00

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