Tourism in Portugal

Weddings in Center of Portugal
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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Center of Portugal destinations

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

Spring equinox

Spring begins with the spring equinox that in the Northern Hemisphere happens in March, while in the Southern Hemisphere it occurs in September. Spring brings along longer days, higher temperatures and the hope of blossoming new beginnings.
Spring has sprung!
Tourism in Portugal
What to do

The best things to do in Center of Portugal

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Among Kings and Queens: Join us in this dazzling journey through Centre of Portugal Castles
Among Kings and Queens: Join us in this dazzling journey through Centre of Portugal Castles
Bairro do Visconde, Peniche
Cities & Villages
Bairro do Visconde, Peniche
Endless Summer at Center of Portugal!
Kids & Families
Endless Summer at Center of Portugal!
Exploratório Infante D. Henrique - Live Science Centre of Coimbra
Kids & Families
Exploratório Infante D. Henrique - Live Science Centre of Coimbra
Mata dos Sete Montes
Nature & Outdoors
Mata dos Sete Montes
Church Igreja do Carmo
Churches & Monasteries
Church Igreja do Carmo
Costa Nova beach
Beaches & Surf
Costa Nova beach
Marialva
Cities & Villages
Marialva
Autumn leaves you breathless in Center of Portugal!
Cities & Villages
Autumn leaves you breathless in Center of Portugal!
Villa Portela
Arts & Culture
Villa Portela
Aldeia Viçosa river beach
Nature & Outdoors
Aldeia Viçosa river beach
Church of the Most Holy Trinity
Churches & Monasteries
Church of the Most Holy Trinity
Articles

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Roman Heritage Sites in Viseu
Archeology & Heritage
Roman Heritage Sites in Viseu
Although the city started as a hill fort, it was during Roman times that Viseu confirmed its importance. 
The power of nature
Beaches & Surf
The power of nature
Nazaré is the finest example of the relentless power of Mother Nature. The giant wave surfed by Hawaiian surfer Garret McNamara on November 1st 2011 has changed the fate of this charming fishing town. Nowadays, the whole economy of Nazaré evolves around surf and the big waves. But why are the waves so incredibly big in Nazaré?
Palha de Abrantes & other delights
Food & Drink
Palha de Abrantes & other delights
Unique endogenous products, river flavours and the almighty "palha de Abrantes" set the tone of the truly fascinating gastronomy of Abrantes.
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. 
Sleeping in Coimbra
Cities & Villages
Sleeping in Coimbra
Coimbra offers its visitors many high-quality hotels that suit all tastes and demands. 
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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From Figueira da Foz to Nazaré
A prestigious beach resort for many decades, the inviting coastal city of Figueira da Foz continues to seduce its visitors with its unique flair and welcoming beaches. (...)
From Aveiro to Figueira da Foz
Our journey starts in the enchanting region of Aveiro, known as “the Portuguese Venice”, a city bathed by light. (...)
Villa Galé Collection Figueira da Foz
Housed in the iconic building of Grande Hotel da Figueira, designed in the 50's by the post-modernist architect Inácio Peres Fernandes, Vila Galé Collection Figueira da Foz has already opened its doors.  (...)
Beaches of Figueira da Foz
Explore coastal beauty, soak up the sun, and enjoy beachfront bliss in this seaside paradise! (...)
Eating in Figueira da Foz
Find out the coolest spots to eat in the sunny coastal city of Figueira da Foz, owner of a truly unrivalled charm! (...)
Sleeping in Figueira da Foz
Find out the coolest spots to sleep in the sunny coastal city of Figueira da Foz, owner of a truly unrivalled charm! (...)
Salt Museum in Figueira da Foz
Preserving local salt heritage, promoting sustainability, and offering unique experiences in Figueira da Foz. (...)
Casino Figueira
With a very rich history, Casino Figueira offers amusement, entertainment, a good Portuguese gastronomy, modern spaces and highly values life’s greatest small moments. (...)
Figueira da Foz
Sun and sea with abundance. Figueira da Foz, the city at the mouth of the Mondego River, located at 40 kilometers from Coimbra, with extensive beaches of soft white sand which invite for a relaxing holiday. (...)
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. (...)
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. (...)
Street art in Figueira da Foz
It’s amazing how street art can give a whole new life to cities and during FUSING Culture Experience, the city of Figueira da Foz became even more appealing and vibrant!  (...)