The National Palace of Pena, located in Estrada da Pena, 2710-609 Sintra, Portugal, offers a unique and enchanting setting for meetings, conferences, and events. The palace, a renowned jewel in the crown of the Sintra Hills, boasts a variety of function rooms that cater to different needs and capacities. Here is a detailed description of the meeting and event facilities:
Function Rooms
- Capacity: 60 people (banquet), 100 people (cocktail)
- Features: 81 square meters of floor space, excellent natural and acoustic lighting, access to an outdoor balcony with views over the Serra de Sintra, several points of electricity.
- Characteristics: This space evokes the typical activities of medieval nobility, with simulated stucco weapons and deer heads in plaster. It also features a collection of glass and stained glass from D. Fernando II.
- Capacity: 120 people (banquet), 200 people (cocktail), 180 people (plateia)
- Features: 162 square meters of floor space, robust vaulted structure with pillars and stone arches.
- Characteristics: Originally the old rooms of the servants of the Palace, it has been renovated to reveal its robust vaulted structure, creating a versatile space for various events.
- Capacity: 60 people (plateia), 100 people (cocktail)
- Features: Evening exclusivity for cocktails, large terrace offering a view of the entire coast between Cascais and Lisbon, and the imposing statue of the Warrior.
- Characteristics: Ideal for outdoor events with a stunning view of the surrounding landscape.
- Capacity: 80 people (plateia)
- Features: Natural lighting, air conditioning, audio-visual equipment.
- Characteristics: A 19th-century building, exclusively used during the day for meetings and workshops.
- Capacity: 30 people (sitting)
- Features: Dazzling view over the Sintra hills and the palace, accessible through a staircase.
- Characteristics: Privileged view over the surrounding landscape, ideal for smaller gatherings.
- Capacity: 120 people (sitting), 160 people (standing)
- Features: Elevator access, accessible to people with mobility restrictions.
- Characteristics: Versatile space with enhanced acoustics due to its ceiling architecture, offering a meal while enjoying the stunning landscape of the Park of Pena.
- Capacity: 60 people (sitting)
- Features: 360° view over the Sintra Hills, the Atlantic Ocean, Cascais, and Lisbon.
- Characteristics: Originally used as Crown Prince Luís’ private chambers, now an open circular space with wooden floor and natural light.
- Capacity: 60 people (sitting)
- Features: Accessible to people with mobility restrictions.
- Characteristics: Located in the Stables of the Pena Farm, it can be associated with other activities both inside and outside the building.
- Capacity: 120 people (sitting), 160 people (standing)
- Features: Outdoor terrace with a privileged view over the surrounding landscape, the High Cross, and the Statue of the Warrior.
- Characteristics: Located next to the cafeteria and Triton’s Terrace, offering a unique outdoor event space.
- Garden of the Chalet of the Countess of Edla
- Capacity: 50 people (sitting), 70 people (standing)
- Features: Accessible to people with mobility restrictions.
- Characteristics: Romantic natural landscape surrounding the venue, featuring many water lines and nooks to explore.
These function rooms offer a variety of settings for meetings, conferences, and events, each with its unique charm and capacity to accommodate different needs. The National Palace of Pena provides an enchanting backdrop for any event, blending historical grandeur with modern amenities.