# Tourist Attractions in Mafra ![Mafra](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/places/locality-323-c082182c7d.webp) [Home](https://super.tours/)›[Europe](https://super.tours/europe)›[Portugal](https://super.tours/europe/portugal)›[Lisboa](https://super.tours/europe/portugal/lisboa)›Mafra # Tourist Attractions in Mafra The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Mafra. Photos, reviews, descriptions, and links to maps. **11** Attractions **★4.6** Average rating **7** Categories ## About Mafra Mafra, a regal town just northwest of Lisbon, captivates visitors with its baroque grandeur and pastoral charm. At its heart stands the monumental Mafra National Palace, a UNESCO-listed treasure remarkable for its immense Baroque library, cornucopia of chapels, and the awe-inspiring staircase, all set within a sprawling convent complex. The Palace is complemented by the striking Palace Park and the Tapada Nacional de Mafra, a former royal hunting grounds offering hiking, wildlife spotting, and scenic viewpoints. Beyond royal architecture, Mafra enchants with peaceful lanes, a lively local market, and delicious regional pastries. History, nature, and elegance make Mafra a refined day-trip or slow-paced weekend escape. Quick facts * Country Portugal * Region Lisboa * Attractions 11 * Average rating 4.6 / 5 * Top category Castle * Total reviews 328,857 [ ![Agoda](https://super.tours/assets/img/agoda-logo.svg) **Find the best-value stay in Mafra** Compare hotels, apartments and resorts across Portugal — free cancellation on most stays. 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Visitors wander the luxuriant grounds to find hidden grottos, water features, and a symbolic initiatic well, revealing a narrative of alchemical quests and maritime antiquity. Expect lush greenery, intricate Manueline and Gothic details, and a sense of discovery as you explore secret paths, staircases, and atmospheric chapels. 2710-567 Sintra, Portugal **Opening hours** · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Monday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Tuesday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Sunday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Good for kids Parking Cards accepted Entrance Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5299) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/5299) ![Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais — National park, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/parque-natural-de-sintra-cascais.webp) 2 National park Park ### [Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais](#a-parque-natural-de-sintra-cascais) 4.7 ★★★★★ 39,597 reviews Parque Natural de Sintra-CNS Cascais, a protected coastal and upland landscape near Lisbon, encompasses cliffs, forests, dunes, and the magical Sintra Mountains within Mafra and surrounding towns. It’s worth visiting for fairy-tale palaces, lush hiking trails, scenic viewpoints, and pristine beaches framed by dramatic cliffs. Travellers can expect diverse ecosystems, endemic flora and fauna, historic estates, and cultural sites such as Pena Palace and Monserrate while enjoying gentle to challenging trails, easy access from Lisbon, and a backdrop of misty peaks, temperate climate, and postcard vistas. Sintra, Portugal Good for kids Dogs allowed Cards accepted Entrance Parking [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5301) ![Mira de Aire Cave, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/mira-de-aire-cave.webp) 3 Tourist attraction ### [Mira de Aire Cave](#a-mira-de-aire-cave) 4.7 ★★★★★ 13,718 reviews Mira de Aire Cave, near Mafra in Portugal, is a spectacular limestone wonder carved by ancient waters into an underground labyrinth of chambers and surreal formations. Inside, visitors wander well-lit passages, marvel at stalactites and stalagmites, and glimpse shimmering pools that add otherworldly reflections. The cave offers accessible routes with safety-conscious paths, comprehensive guided tours, and informative displays that reveal its geological history and paleontological finds. Expect a cool, hushed atmosphere, impressive size, and photo-worthy vistas that make this UNESCO-listed treasure a must for geology enthusiasts, families, and curious travelers alike. Av. Dr. Luciano Justo Ramos 470, 2485-050 Mira de Aire, Portugal **Opening hours** · Today: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM * Monday9:30 AM – 6:00 PM * Tuesday9:30 AM – 6:00 PM * Wednesday9:30 AM – 6:00 PM * Thursday9:30 AM – 6:00 PM * Friday9:30 AM – 6:00 PM * Saturday9:30 AM – 6:00 PM * Sunday9:30 AM – 6:00 PM Good for kids Cards accepted Parking Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5303) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/5303) ![Mafra National Palace — Historic site, rated 4.6/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/mafra-national-palace.webp) 4 Historic site CastleHistorical LandmarkHistorical PlaceMuseum ### [Mafra National Palace](#a-mafra-national-palace) 4.6 ★★★★★ 27,187 reviews Mafra National Palace, a dazzling 18th‑century Baroque masterpiece near Lisbon, blends a monumental royal palace, a vast Convento de Mafra, and a grand library in one sprawling complex. Built under King John V, it showcases lavish frescoes, marble staircases, and ornate chapels, reflecting Portugal’s imperial ambitions. Visitors can tour opulent royal apartments, the basilica’s soaring dome, and the towering library with two million volumes, then stroll the expansive gardens and hilltop views. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site offering insight into royal power, religious devotion, and centuries of crafts and artistry. Terreiro D. João V, 2640 Mafra, Portugal **Opening hours** · Today: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM * Monday9:30 AM – 5:30 PM * TuesdayClosed * Wednesday9:30 AM – 5:30 PM * Thursday9:30 AM – 5:30 PM * Friday9:30 AM – 5:30 PM * Saturday9:30 AM – 5:30 PM * Sunday9:30 AM – 5:30 PM Good for kids Entrance Parking Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5302) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/5302) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/5302) ![National Palace of Sintra — Historic site, rated 4.5/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/national-palace-of-sintra.webp) 5 Historic site Historical LandmarkMuseumHistorical Place ### [National Palace of Sintra](#a-national-palace-of-sintra) 4.5 ★★★★★ 56,201 reviews The National Palace of Sintra, a historic royal residence perched in the heart of Sintra, showcases Portugal’s monarchical past with its distinctive whitewashed chimneys and richly decorated interiors. Built over centuries, it blends Moorish, Gothic, and Manueline influences, offering ornate rooms, period furnishings, and tilework that tell stories of kings and queens who cherished the hillside town. Visitors explore its grand kitchens, opulent dining halls, and secluded courtyards, then stroll the surrounding cobbled streets to savor Sintra’s lush landscapes, nearby palaces, and a sense of timeless royal intrigue. Largo Rainha Dona Amélia, 2710-616 Sintra, Portugal **Opening hours** · Today: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Monday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Tuesday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Wednesday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Thursday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Friday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Saturday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Sunday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM Good for kids Restroom Parking Entrance Seating [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5300) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/5300) ![Aldeia Museu José Franco — Museum, rated 4.6/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/aldeia-museu-jose-franco.webp) 6 Museum ### [Aldeia Museu José Franco](#a-aldeia-museu-jose-franco) 4.6 ★★★★★ 11,824 reviews Aldeia Museu José Franco is a living-history museum in Mafra that recreates traditional Portuguese village life at mid-20th century scale and detail. Visitors stroll through wind-torn lanes, peeking into authentically furnished casas, a chapel, school, bakery, and crafts workshops, all crafted by artist José Franco and a dedicated team. The experience blends art, folklore, and regional crafts, offering tactile, photo-ready scenes and storytelling stations that illuminate rural heritage. Expect a charming, immersive snapshot of daily life, with friendly guides, handmade artifacts, and a memorable glimpse of Portugal’s artistic patrimony. N116 34, 2640-578 Mafra, Portugal **Opening hours** · Today: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM * Monday9:30 AM – 7:00 PM * Tuesday9:30 AM – 7:00 PM * Wednesday9:30 AM – 7:00 PM * Thursday9:30 AM – 7:00 PM * Friday9:30 AM – 7:00 PM * Saturday9:30 AM – 7:30 PM * Sunday9:30 AM – 7:30 PM Good for kids Entrance Parking Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5304) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/5304) ![National Palace of Pena — Castle, rated 4.4/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/national-palace-of-pena.webp) 7 Castle MuseumHistorical Place ### [National Palace of Pena](#a-national-palace-of-pena) 4.4 ★★★★★ 104,884 reviews The National Palace of Pena, perched high on a forested hill in Mafra, Portugal, is a dazzling Romantic-era palace famed for its vivid, eclectic architecture and fairy-tale silhouette. Although often confused with the Mafra National Palace, Pena sits within the Sintra-Cascais UNESCO site, blending Gothic, Moorish, and Manueline influences with vibrant colors and ornate interiors. Visitors can wander lush gardens, marvel at ornate staircases, capricious turrets, and lavish rooms that reveal 19th-century royal tastes. Expect panoramic views, a sense of whimsy, and a richly decorated glimpse into Portugal’s imperial and romantic past. Estrada da Pena, 2710-609 Sintra, Portugal **Opening hours** · Today: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Monday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Tuesday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Wednesday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Thursday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Friday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Saturday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM * Sunday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM Good for kids Cards accepted Parking Seating [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5298) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/5298) ![Convento de Mafra — Religious site, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/convento-de-mafra.webp) 8 Religious site Place Of WorshipAssociation Or Organization ### [Convento de Mafra](#a-convento-de-mafra) 4.7 ★★★★★ 3,296 reviews The Convento de Mafra, a monumental Baroque palace and monastery near Lisbon, Portugal, rises from its hilltop perch with grand quadrangular wings enclosing ornate chapels, a basilica, vast library, and a colossalRoyal library. Designed to symbolize royal power and religious devotion, it’s a must for history and architecture lovers who can wander its gilded stuccoes, clockwork organs, and tranquil cloisters. Visitors can expect guided tours, grand interiors, and nearby Tapada Nacional de Mafra, a forested escape. Its museum-level collections and the evocative Carmo-like bells make it a moving glimpse into 18th-century absolutist grandeur. Convento, 2640 Mafra, Portugal **Opening hours** · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Monday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM * TuesdayOpen 24 hours * Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Sunday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Entrance Parking Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5305) ![Aldeia da Mata Pequena — Lodging, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/aldeia-da-mata-pequena.webp) 9 Lodging ### [Aldeia da Mata Pequena](#a-aldeia-da-mata-pequena) 4.7 ★★★★★ 2,029 reviews Aldeia da Mata Pequena is a charming lodging nestled in the pine-scented hills near Mafra, Portugal, blending rural tranquility with rustic elegance. This hillside retreat feels like a private village, where cozy cottages, shared gardens, and olive groves frame easy walks and scenic viewpoints over the countryside. Guests can expect warm hospitality, simple yet stylish interiors, and a restful escape from city pace, with nearby attractions such as Mafra National Palace and tranquil beaches within reach. Ideal for couples and families seeking nature, quiet, and authentic Portuguese charm. R. de São Francisco de Assis, 2640-366 Mafra, Portugal Entrance Parking [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5307) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/5307) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/5307) ![Tapada Nacional de Mafra — National park, rated 4.4/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/tapada-nacional-de-mafra.webp) 10 National park LodgingPark ### [Tapada Nacional de Mafra](#a-tapada-nacional-de-mafra) 4.4 ★★★★★ 3,239 reviews Tapada Nacional de Mafra, a sprawling 17,000-acre protected forest near Mafra, blends royal hunting history with pristine wildlife and hiking opportunities. Established in the 18th century by King João V, it offers serene trails, lakes, and the chance to spot deer, wild boar, foxes, and an array of birds across diverse habitats. Visitors can enjoy guided walks, bike routes, and picnic areas, or explore the nearby palace and historic hunting lodges. It’s a peaceful escape for nature lovers and families seeking easy outdoor adventures within a short drive of Lisbon. Portão do, Codeçal, 2640-602 Mafra, Portugal **Opening hours** · Today: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Monday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Tuesday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Wednesday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Thursday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Friday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Saturday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Sunday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Good for kids Cards accepted Entrance Parking Restroom Seating [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5306) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/5306) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/5306) ![Jardim do Cerco — Garden, rated 4.6/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/portugal/mafra/jardim-do-cerco.webp) 11 Garden ### [Jardim do Cerco](#a-jardim-do-cerco) 4.6 ★★★★★ 1,477 reviews Jardim do Cerco, a tranquil garden in Mafra, Portugal, sits beside the grand Mafra National Palace and offers a serene escape with its neatly terraced lawns, elegant hedges, and gentle viewpoints over the surrounding hills. Visitors can enjoy shaded paths, ornamental ponds, and fragrant flora, all framed by the nearby neoclassical palace architecture. It’s ideal for a leisurely stroll, a quiet picnic, or a contemplative break after touring the palace and library. Expect well-kept grounds, panoramic vistas, and a peaceful, postcard-perfect atmosphere. L.go Gen. Humberto Delgado, 2640 Mafra, Portugal **Opening hours** · Today: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Monday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Tuesday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Wednesday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Thursday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Friday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Saturday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Sunday9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Entrance Parking [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/5308) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/5308) No attractions match the selected filters. **Spend your holiday in Mafra with a local guide** Skip-the-line tickets, tours and guided experiences on GetYourGuide. 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