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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Center of Portugal destinations

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Castelo Branco
Inland Cities
Castelo Branco
Covilhã
Inland Cities
Covilhã
Nazaré
Coastal Cities
Nazaré
Peniche
Coastal Cities
Peniche
Batalha
Coastal Cities
Batalha
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History
Schist Villages
Caldas da Rainha
Coastal Cities
Caldas da Rainha
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History
Mountain Villages
Leiria
Inland Cities
Leiria
Guarda
Inland Cities
Guarda
Óbidos
Coastal Cities
Óbidos
Fátima
Inland Cities
Fátima
Coimbra
Inland Cities
Coimbra
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities
Alcobaça
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History
Historical Villages of Portugal
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Tomar
Inland Cities
Tomar
Viseu
Inland Cities
Viseu
Aveiro
Coastal Cities
Aveiro
Abrantes
Inland Cities
Abrantes
Figueira da Foz
Coastal Cities
Figueira da Foz
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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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Castelo Novo
Cities & Villages
Castelo Novo
The Palace of Buçaco
Monuments & Attractions
The Palace of Buçaco
17 best cities to visit in Center of Portugal
17 best cities to visit in Center of Portugal
Joanine Library - Coimbra University
Monuments & Attractions
Joanine Library - Coimbra University
Casa Nova
Casa Nova
Monastery of Santa Maria de Seiça
Monuments & Attractions
Monastery of Santa Maria de Seiça
Panteão dos Almeida
Monuments & Attractions
Panteão dos Almeida
Côa Honeycomb
Côa Honeycomb
Tower of the University of Coimbra
Monuments & Attractions
Tower of the University of Coimbra
Marialva
Cities & Villages
Marialva
Discover Portugal’s river beaches: nature and tranquillity in the Center of Portugal
Nature & Outdoors
Discover Portugal’s river beaches: nature and tranquillity in the Center of Portugal
Tejo Internacional Natural Park
Nature & Outdoors
Tejo Internacional Natural Park
Articles

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Christmas in Águeda
Cities & Villages
Christmas in Águeda
In the holiday season they are white and full of light, turning the city of Águeda, in the region of Aveiro, into a must-see Christmas spot. 
Vista Alegre as a revolutionary social project
Cities & Villages
Vista Alegre as a revolutionary social project
This prestigious Portuguese world-acclaimed super brand is the living proof that a respected working force is the key to success! 
Portuguese chicken
Food & Drink
Portuguese chicken
In Portugal, the four indigenous chicken breeds, Pedrês Portuguesa, Preta Lusitânica, Amarela (yellow) and Branca (white), are on the verge of extinction, so their conservation is absolutely urgent.
Peniche Surf Camp
Beaches & Surf
Peniche Surf Camp
At the Peniche Surf Camp you can learn the sport and the spirit of surfing in a funny and encouraging way! Because your smile is our goal!
Surfing in Figueira da Foz: Europe's best right!
Beaches & Surf
Surfing in Figueira da Foz: Europe's best right!
Still unknown for many surfers around the globe, Figueira da Foz is nevertheless paving its way as a sunny, welcoming and very affordable surf destination.
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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