Tourism in Portugal
Autumn in Center of Portugal
This is our Top 10 of places and experiences that you cannot miss while visiting this deeply diversified region. Autumn is our favourite colour !
Where to go
Center of Portugal destinations
Serra da Estrela
Covão dos Conchos
Located at a 1500 m height, Covão dos Conchos, "the mysterious hole" is certainly one of the most appealing spots in Serra da Estrela Natural Park. A masterpiece of engineering, hand in hand with Nature.
Covão dos Conchos
What to do
The best things to do in Center of Portugal
Articles
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Cities & Villages
Ílhavo
The surprising city of Ílhavo, located 6 km away from Aveiro, is a landmark of contemporary architecture and a stronghold of the codfish heritage.
Necessary Papers
EU citizens: Identity card Non-UE citizens: Updated passport
Archeology & Heritage
Dinosaurs in Figueira da Foz
A fossil of a 154 million-year-old dinosaur footprint was discovered recently in Figueira da Foz, by mere chance, following earth-moving works on the southern slope of the Boa Viagem Mountain, in Figueira da Foz.
Cities & Villages
Trays' Feast in Tomar
When King D.Dinis obtained from pope John XXII the creation of the Military Order of Christ, which was to render such inestimable services to Portugal and the World, his virtuous wife, Queen Isabel de Aragão – the Saint – laid the foundation of the great movement of Christian solidarity by instituting the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, over the Apostles, with festivities and rituals which in many cases undoubtedly of old pagan origin, like the “Festa dos Tabuleiros”.
Magazine
Edition 99 - Travelling with purpose
15.09.2025 • 06.10.2025
Travelling is all about making meaningful connections and feeling the spirit of the place. Talking to locals, sharing life stories, unveiling the secrets of a soul-soothing Mother Nature, making a positive impact on the surrounding environment. Feeling close to what really matters. The world needs lasting bonds. And every step counts.
Edition 98 - Ocean: Blue Dialogue
14.04.2025 • 28.04.2025
Dedicated to the theme “Ocean: Blue Dialogue”, World Expo Osaka 2025 will be held from April 13th to October 13th. Portugal and Japan share a 500 years-old History, along with a common concern for the sustainability of our oceans and the urgent need to foster a blue economy. This edition follows an inspirational journey across the Atlantic coastline, unveiling its iconic coastal cities, jaw-dropping surf spots and welcoming fishing towns.
Edition 97 - Weddings
31.03.2025 • 14.04.2025
Center of Portugal has all it takes to be a perfect wedding destination: breath-taking venues, unique natural landscapes along with top-professional wedding planners who put all their passion into every single detail. Because love will always be the secret ingredient.
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