Tourism in Portugal

Summer holidays in Center of Portugal

Looking for a peaceful and authentic summer holiday? Discover why the Center of Portugal is one of the best-kept secrets in Europe for sun, culture, and natural beauty.

Summer holidays in Center of Portugal
Where to go

Center of Portugal destinations

Leiria
Inland Cities

Leiria
Viseu
Inland Cities

Viseu
Nazaré
Coastal Cities

Nazaré
Peniche
Coastal Cities

Peniche
Castelo Branco
Inland Cities

Castelo Branco
Aveiro
Coastal Cities

Aveiro
Abrantes
Inland Cities

Abrantes
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History

Mountain Villages
Tomar
Inland Cities

Tomar
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History

Historical Villages of Portugal
Fátima
Inland Cities

Fátima
Guarda
Inland Cities

Guarda
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Castelo Branco

Garden Tour

Discover the most amazing gardens of Centro de Portugal region and surrender to the unique beauty of these breathtaking places of inner peace and sheer bewilderment! 
Gardens of Center of Portugal
Tourism in Portugal
What to do

The best things to do in Center of Portugal

Discover Portugal’s river beaches: nature and tranquillity in the Center of Portugal

Discover Portugal’s river beaches: nature and tranquillity in the Center of Portugal
Covão dos Conchos
Nature & Outdoors

Covão dos Conchos
Pedreira swing
Nature & Outdoors

Pedreira swing
Easter Holidays in Center of Portugal

Easter Holidays in Center of Portugal
Buddha Eden Garden
Nature & Outdoors

Buddha Eden Garden
Monastery of Alcobaça UNESCO World Heritage
Churches & Monasteries

Monastery of Alcobaça UNESCO World Heritage
Vila Galé Collection Tomar

Vila Galé Collection Tomar
Parque do Barrocal
Nature & Outdoors

Parque do Barrocal
Praça 2 de Maio
Cities & Villages

Praça 2 de Maio
Vale da Estrela
Food & Drink

Vale da Estrela
Quinta das Levadas – Country House & Nature

Quinta das Levadas – Country House & Nature
Buracas do Casmilo
Nature & Outdoors

Buracas do Casmilo
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Articles

Discover Center of Portugal

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The Table
Food & Drink

The Table

Nothing appeals more to the Portuguese than the true national obsession about food ! It's always about having (hopefully) long pleasant meals with family and friends, paired with exquisite wines and cheerful conversations. The meaning of life can be found at the table. The epicentre of the Portuguese way of life. 
From Peniche to Ericeira
Beaches & Surf

From Peniche to Ericeira

We leave the gravity-defying waves of Nazaré and set for the discovery of Peniche, a paradise for geology, bird-watching, surf and diving aficionados.
Christmas in Óbidos
Religion & Spirituality

Christmas in Óbidos

From November 28th to January 4th 2026, Óbidos transforms into a magical Christmas town! With festive decor, Santa’s farm, an Ice Bar, a Christmas market, and a grand wheel for scenic views, it’s the perfect family holiday experience.
Unique Leiria: a city full of curiosities
Cities & Villages

Unique Leiria: a city full of curiosities

Leiria, beautifully located by the Lis River, is a city full of curiosities. So many stories and secrets to unveil !
Casa Alegre
Shopping

Casa Alegre

Casa Alegre by Vista Alegre is a love brand that puts sustainability and the excellence of Portuguese design on the spotlight. 
Magazine
Edition 102 - Cutting edge

Edition 102 - Cutting edge

27.04.2026 • 11.05.2026
The city of Caldas da Rainha, once a glamorous thermal resort, founded by Queen D. Leonor back in the 15th century, has always been at the forefront of innovation and creativity. The genius of Bordallo Pinheiro ceramics or the ground-breaking cutlery tradition are among the many examples of this cutting-edge destination.  
Edition 101 - The road not taken

Edition 101 - The road not taken

23.03.2026 • 19.04.2026
Travelling with books across the inspiring landscapes of Center of Portugal. Through the creative visions of extraordinary Portuguese authors. Fictional paths that shed a new light on the Portuguese soul.
Edition 100 - Hasta la beach, baby!

Edition 100 - Hasta la beach, baby!

02.02.2026 • 22.02.2026
The 100th edition unveils absolutely mind-blowing coastal relics of Center of Portugal! Away from the crowds. Closer to the uniqueness of the dazzling west coast region. Blessed by Nature.
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