Tourism in Portugal

Summer in Center of Portugal
Summer time has arrived to Center of Portugal full of refreshing surprises and mesmerising spots! Summer is our favourite colour!
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Where to go

Center of Portugal destinations

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Fátima
Inland Cities
Fátima
Castelo Branco
Inland Cities
Castelo Branco
Coimbra
Inland Cities
Coimbra
Figueira da Foz
Coastal Cities
Figueira da Foz
Viseu
Inland Cities
Viseu
Batalha
Coastal Cities
Batalha
Peniche
Coastal Cities
Peniche
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities
Alcobaça
Leiria
Inland Cities
Leiria
Covilhã
Inland Cities
Covilhã
Óbidos
Coastal Cities
Óbidos
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Nazaré
Coastal Cities
Nazaré
Abrantes
Inland Cities
Abrantes
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History
Historical Villages of Portugal
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History
Mountain Villages
Caldas da Rainha
Coastal Cities
Caldas da Rainha
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History
Schist Villages
Aveiro
Coastal Cities
Aveiro
Tomar
Inland Cities
Tomar
Guarda
Inland Cities
Guarda
Guarda

Mondego Walkways

A fascinating route across the best-kept secrets of Mondego River that has been designed in full respect to the highest sustainability standards.
Mondego Walkways
Tourism in Portugal
What to do

The best things to do in Center of Portugal

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Geoscope of Fajão
Nature & Outdoors
Geoscope of Fajão
Óbidos Lagoon
Nature & Outdoors
Óbidos Lagoon
Convent of Santa Cruz do Buçaco
Churches & Monasteries
Convent of Santa Cruz do Buçaco
Center of Portugal welcomes foodies with arms wide open and wealthy tables!
Center of Portugal welcomes foodies with arms wide open and wealthy tables!
Bussaco Woods
Nature & Outdoors
Bussaco Woods
The Palace of Buçaco
Monuments & Attractions
The Palace of Buçaco
UBI - University of Beira Interior
Monuments & Attractions
UBI - University of Beira Interior
Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains
Nature & Outdoors
Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains
Lapa dos Dinheiros river beach
Nature & Outdoors
Lapa dos Dinheiros river beach
Abrigos de Montanha by TheVagar
Nature & Outdoors
Abrigos de Montanha by TheVagar
Lighthouse of Cape Mondego
Monuments & Attractions
Lighthouse of Cape Mondego
The Cryptoportico of Aeminium
Archeology & Heritage
The Cryptoportico of Aeminium
Articles

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Hope Zones Nazaré
Nature & Outdoors
Hope Zones Nazaré
Since 97% of the Portuguese territory is sea, Hope Zones Foundation was created to protect biodiversity, reduce the extinction of species and maintain the capability of the planet to store CO2. Hope Zones Nazaré is all about sustainable fishing. 
Wool Fest – Covilhã Art Festival
Cities & Villages
Wool Fest – Covilhã Art Festival
The welcoming town of Covilhã at the foothill of Serra da Estrela is the epicentre of the street art scene in Center of Portugal. 
Arts & Culture in Viseu
Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture in Viseu
Discovering the cultural richness of the city through its museums is a golden opportunity to travel across its historical grandeur! 
Eating in Coimbra
Food & Drink
Eating in Coimbra
The charming historical city of Coimbra, beautifully placed by the Mondego River, is also a great spot for foodies and wine lovers. 
Bravo de Esmolfe Apple
Food & Drink
Bravo de Esmolfe Apple
Known since the 18th century, this apple is original from the Esmolfe village, in Penalva do Castelo and it’s an exclusively Portuguese product.
Magazine
Edition 98 - Ocean: Blue Dialogue
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
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.
Edition 96 - Easter holidays
Edition 96 - Easter holidays
10.02.2025 • 03.03.2025
Easter time can be the perfect excuse to venture into Center of Portugal's inspiring diversity. Matching all tastes, there's a place for everyone in this embracing region. From the jaw-dropping Atlantic coastline to the charming inland, authenticity is the key. Waiting for Easter to come is just part of the magic. 
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