What to do in Mafra

Activities, attractions and tours

A large historic building with two towers and a central dome.
National Palace of Mafra landmark, Portugal.
National Palace of Mafra landmark, Portugal.
A historic building with two prominent towers and a yellow facade.
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

Things to do

Castle in Lisbon

Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk

฿3,031
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk
The remarkable Pena Palace

Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon

฿2,254
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Belem Tower

Tour Lisbon: Belém Tower, the Cathedral & Parque das Nações

฿2,713
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Lisbon: Belém Tower, the Cathedral & Parque das Nações
Casa do Alentejo

Lisbon Old Town Walking Tour: History, Culture & Taste 3H

฿663
per adult
Lisbon Old Town Walking Tour: History, Culture & Taste 3H
Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour

Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour

฿3,145
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour
Lisbon: Portuguese street food cooking class with Drinks

Lisbon: Portuguese street food cooking class with Drinks

฿1,796
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Portuguese street food cooking class with Drinks
Lisbon: Evening Intimate Live Fado Music Show with Port wine

Lisbon: Intimate Live Fado Music Show with Port wine

฿754
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Intimate Live Fado Music Show with Port wine
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Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon

Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 942 reviews
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Private Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais

Private Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais

Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
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Price is ฿5,652 per adult
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Lisbon: Sintra Half-Day Guided Tour with Pena Palace Tickets

Lisbon: Sintra Half-Day Guided Tour with Pena Palace Tickets

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 96 reviews
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Price is ฿3,414 per adult
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Sintra Historical Jeep Adventure - Palaces & Secret Routes

Sintra Historical Jeep Adventure - Palaces & Secret Routes

Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 107 reviews
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Lisbon: Arrábida Kayak & Wild Beach Snorkelling/Pickup Option

Lisbon: Arrábida Kayak & Wild Beach Snorkelling/Pickup Option

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 68 reviews
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Price is ฿1,707 per adult
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Praia da Ribeira d'Ilhas

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This iconic beach along Portugal's coast hosts world surfing championships within the Ericeira World Surfing Reserve. Enjoy the natural amphitheatre setting while watching elite surfers tackle consistent Atlantic waves.
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Find the best Mafra areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and a stormy sky.
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Santo Isidoro

While visiting Santo Isidoro, you might make a stop by sights like Praia da Ribeira d'Ilhas and São Lourenço Beach.

A narrow cobblestone street flanked by buildings with blue and white facades, a tiled roof, and a clear blue sky.
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Fonte Boa dos Nabos

While Fonte Boa dos Nabos isn't home to many top sights, Ericeira Municipal Market and Praia da Ribeira d'Ilhas are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Casalinho

When in Casalinho, you can plan a visit to Foz de Lizandro Beach and Ericeira Municipal Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Open Photo by Nelson Oliveira

South Beach

Though South Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ericeira Municipal Market and Santa Marta Park.

Barril de Cima

Barril de Cima is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Carvoeira area, you might plan a trip to Foz de Lizandro Beach or Ericeira Municipal Market.

Day trip destinations from Mafra

A coastal rock formation with waves crashing against it.

Sintra

A coastal cityscape with terracotta-roofed buildings, a prominent white church, and a view of the sea and distant city lights.

Lisbon District

A coastal town with a beach, rocky breakwater, and red-roofed buildings.

Ericeira

Frequently asked questions

Is Mafra worth visiting?
Renowned for its history and culture, finding awesome things to do in Mafra is easy. Remember to add Magoito Beach to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Mafra?
After you've visited major attractions like Magoito Beach and São Lourenço Beach, spend some time discovering the food and retail options in Mafra.
What is the top tourist attraction in Mafra?
You can't go home without exploring Magoito Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in Mafra.
Is three days enough to stay in Mafra?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off many city sights, like Tapada Nacional de Mafra Park, Ericeira Municipal Market and Iberian Wolf Recovery Centre. The average stay in Mafra is four days. If you have the urge to extend your break, Lisbon District isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Mafra with kids?
If you are after tours and attractions for all ages, check out these excellent ideas for what to do in Mafra with kids.

What to do in Mafra for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Mafra, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at AdegaMae Winery.
Are there free things to do in Mafra?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Mafra is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Ericeira Municipal Market is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.