The grand baroque facade of Mafra Palace under a deep blue summer sky in Portugal, with two visitors crossing the cobblestone square

Day trip to Mafra Palace: is it worth visiting?

When you hear about palaces in Portugal, most think of Sintra and Pena Palace. It is the famous castle on the hill that (some say) inspired Disney’s castle. But if you want an alternative that is easier to get to, has fewer crowds, and is grander than Pena, we recommend Mafra Palace. This incredible 18th-century …