National Palace of Ajuda Lisbon – Tickets and Guide

Tourist Information for Visiting National Palace of Ajuda Lisbon Portugal

The National palace of Ajuda is a palace in Lisbon overlooking the historic centre and the Targus river.

Originally a royal residence in the 19th century, the palace has now been converted to a museum open to the public. Due to the stunning location, beautiful architecture, and elegant interiors, it is one of the most popular attractions to visit in Lisbon and I highly recommend a visit!

National Palace of Ajuda General Information
Location	Largo Ajuda, 1349-021 Lisboa, Portugal. Easily accessible by bus and tram routes stopping at the Ajuda stop.
Opening Times	Winter Season (October to March): 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, closed on Wednesdays Summer Season (April to September): 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, open daily Closed on major holidays, please check the official website for more details
Entry and Tickets	General admission: €5 for adults, free entry for children under 12 (Book Tickets Online) Consider the combination ticket with Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower: (Book Combo Ticket) for a more comprehensive experience.

National Palace of Ajuda Tickets

How to Buy Tickets for the National Palace of Ajuda Step into the only palace in Lisbon where the 19th-century layout and room decorations are still intact. The palace houses an extensive collection of decorative arts, including silverware, sculptures, furniture, and tapestries. Visitors can also admire a vast collection of over 17,000 works of porcelain, earthenware, and stoneware. Experience the rich history and artistic beauty all in one place. Book Your Ticket:

Visiting National Palace of Ajuda

It’s a good idea to combine a trip to the National Palace of Ajuda with the National Treasury Museum which is literally next door and will save you travelling to both on separate occasions.

The also have a shared history and it makes sense to visit them together.

What to see at National Palace of Ajuda

The National Palace of Ajuda has a variety of must-see rooms and I recommend exploring them all. If you’re pushed for time here are some of the best:

Audience Room

Throne Room

Banquet Room

King Joao IV Room

Also make sure you visit the Chapel, it’s one of my favourite rooms in the Ajuda and I particularly love the huge painting of ‘The Face of Christ’ by the famous artist El Greco.

History of Ajuda National Palace Lisbon

The Ajuda Palace (Palácio Nacional da Ajuda in Portugese) was initially constructed just after the devastating 1755 Lisbon earthquake, which left the royal family in need of a new residence as the Ribeira Palace was severely damaged.

The initial project commenced in 1795 by Manuel Caetano de Sousa. However, the construction was cut halted due to the financial burden of the French invasions during the Peninsular War and the subsequent relocation of the royal family to Brazil amidst the Napoleonic Wars.

When the Royal Family returned to Portugal in 1821 a new plan for the palace was conceived, reflecting a more modern architecture. Again the construction faced numerous delays attributed to political instability and fimoney troubles.

The palace was finally finished in 1861 and King Luis moved in making it the official royal residence. The palace was literally fit for a king with luxurious ballrooms, exquisite artworks, and an expansive library of literary works.

Due to issues with the Portuguese Republic in 1910 the palace stopped being a royal residence and after a period of neglect the palace was restored in the 1930s as an attraction open to the public.

National Palace of Ajuda Location and How to get There

The National Palace of Ajuda is located in central Lisbon, in the district of Ajuda, making it convenient to visit alongside a large number of Lisbon’s top attractions.

It is right next door to the Royal Treasury Museum, as well as being just a 20 minute walk from Jeronimos Monastery.

You can easily get to the National Palace of Ajuda by taking the tram. The closest tram stop is Ajuda (with the 18E trams stopping there), which is then just a 5 minute walk to the palace.

With regards to buses, you can take any of the following Carris buses (729, 732, 742), and get off at Ajuda, which is just a 4 minute walk to the palace.

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