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

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Tower of the University of Coimbra
Monuments & Attractions
Tower of the University of Coimbra
Puro Dão Hotel & Spa
Puro Dão Hotel & Spa
Entre Serras panoramic swing
Nature & Outdoors
Entre Serras panoramic swing
Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains
Nature & Outdoors
Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains
Quinta de São Francisco Houses
Quinta de São Francisco Houses
5 hotels with heated pools in Center of Portugal that are perfect for a winter getaway
5 hotels with heated pools in Center of Portugal that are perfect for a winter getaway
Dornes
Nature & Outdoors
Dornes
Convento de São Francisco
Arts & Culture
Convento de São Francisco
Portugal dos Pequenitos
Kids & Families
Portugal dos Pequenitos
Covão dos Conchos
Nature & Outdoors
Covão dos Conchos
Art Nouveau Tour (Aveiro)
Cities & Villages
Art Nouveau Tour (Aveiro)
Alta
Food & Drink
Alta
Articles

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Sleeping in Alcobaça
Cities & Villages
Sleeping in Alcobaça
The pleasant city of Alcobaça offers its visitors surprising options in terms of accommodation. Travellers can stay at the brand new 5-star hotel Montebelo Alcobaça Historic Hotel, located in a wing of the stunning UNESCO World Monastery of Alcobaça or at other renowned hotels that provide all the modern comfort and a dedicated service, committed to excellence.
Casa do Passal
Arts & Culture
Casa do Passal
Casa do Passal: Reviving the legacy of Aristides de Sousa Mendes. A symbol of defiance and justice, now reborn thanks to global support.
Nazaré Surfer Wall
Beaches & Surf
Nazaré Surfer Wall
Nazaré's giant waves draw surfers from afar, 35 boards now displayed at S. Miguel Arcanjo Fort.
Transports
Transports
Lines of Torres: an historical route
Monuments & Attractions
Lines of Torres: an historical route
The Lines of Torres are beyond any doubt one of the most complex military defense systems ever built in the world. Erected between 1809 and 1814, this extraordinary system included 3 lines of defense, extending over 85 km from the Atlantic to the Tagus River. 
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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