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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Óbidos
Coastal Cities
Óbidos
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities
Alcobaça
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History
Mountain Villages
Leiria
Inland Cities
Leiria
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History
Schist Villages
Guarda
Inland Cities
Guarda
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Coimbra
Inland Cities
Coimbra
Figueira da Foz
Coastal Cities
Figueira da Foz
Tomar
Inland Cities
Tomar
Batalha
Coastal Cities
Batalha
Viseu
Inland Cities
Viseu
Abrantes
Inland Cities
Abrantes
Caldas da Rainha
Coastal Cities
Caldas da Rainha
Covilhã
Inland Cities
Covilhã
Peniche
Coastal Cities
Peniche
Castelo Branco
Inland Cities
Castelo Branco
Aveiro
Coastal Cities
Aveiro
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History
Historical Villages of Portugal
Fátima
Inland Cities
Fátima
Nazaré
Coastal Cities
Nazaré
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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Dornes
Nature & Outdoors
Dornes
Aristides de Sousa Mendes Museum
Monuments & Attractions
Aristides de Sousa Mendes Museum
São Martinho do Porto
Beaches & Surf
São Martinho do Porto
Dino Parque Lourinhã
Kids & Families
Dino Parque Lourinhã
The best hiking trails in Center of Portugal
Nature & Outdoors
The best hiking trails in Center of Portugal
Major Seminary of Coimbra
Religion & Spirituality
Major Seminary of Coimbra
Cabedelo
Beaches & Surf
Cabedelo
Carriça panoramic swing
Nature & Outdoors
Carriça panoramic swing
Monastery of Santa Maria de Cós
Churches & Monasteries
Monastery of Santa Maria de Cós
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Burel Factory
Shopping
Burel Factory
Bordallo Pinheiro Factory
Cities & Villages
Bordallo Pinheiro Factory
Articles

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Vouga Valley cycling path
Nature & Outdoors
Vouga Valley cycling path
Set upon the former railway line of Vouga – the very winding Vale das Voltas railway line that was deactivated in 1980 - the Vouga Valley cycling path stretches along 70 kms. The enchanted valley of Vouga River sets the tone of the landscape of this cycling path.
Christmas in Viseu
Religion & Spirituality
Christmas in Viseu
Viseu enchanting Christmas market runs from November 29th 2024 to January 6th 2025, offering warm drinks, regional products, workshops, and festive activities for all ages in a magical atmosphere!
The (grand) Canyon
Beaches & Surf
The (grand) Canyon
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?
Royal Factories of Serra da Estrela
Monuments & Attractions
Royal Factories of Serra da Estrela
Living experiences which made Serra da Estrela wool one of the most interesting success stories in Portuguese industry.
Fátima Shrine: with the world at its feet
Religion & Spirituality
Fátima Shrine: with the world at its feet
Discover the history of this enchanting place of confinement and inner peace, as well as its most iconic spots!
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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