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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Caldas da Rainha
Coastal Cities
Caldas da Rainha
Nazaré
Coastal Cities
Nazaré
Aveiro
Coastal Cities
Aveiro
Fátima
Inland Cities
Fátima
Covilhã
Inland Cities
Covilhã
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities
Alcobaça
Tomar
Inland Cities
Tomar
Batalha
Coastal Cities
Batalha
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Abrantes
Inland Cities
Abrantes
Figueira da Foz
Coastal Cities
Figueira da Foz
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History
Schist Villages
Óbidos
Coastal Cities
Óbidos
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History
Historical Villages of Portugal
Guarda
Inland Cities
Guarda
Leiria
Inland Cities
Leiria
Viseu
Inland Cities
Viseu
Coimbra
Inland Cities
Coimbra
Peniche
Coastal Cities
Peniche
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History
Mountain Villages
Castelo Branco
Inland Cities
Castelo Branco
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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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Bussaco Woods
Nature & Outdoors
Bussaco Woods
Municipal Market of Nazaré
Cities & Villages
Municipal Market of Nazaré
Alto Canto
Alto Canto
Berlengas
Nature & Outdoors
Berlengas
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
Cabeça
Cities & Villages
Cabeça
Church of Santa Maria
Churches & Monasteries
Church of Santa Maria
Natural pools of Cortes do Meio
Nature & Outdoors
Natural pools of Cortes do Meio
Quinta das Levadas – Country House & Nature
Quinta das Levadas – Country House & Nature
Viseu Cathedral Square
Churches & Monasteries
Viseu Cathedral Square
Burgo river swing
Sports & Leisure
Burgo river swing
Santa Cruz de Coimbra Monastery
Churches & Monasteries
Santa Cruz de Coimbra Monastery
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Coimbra surroundings: top sights & destinations
Nature & Outdoors
Coimbra surroundings: top sights & destinations
The surrounding region of Coimbra has a multitude of great attractions, suiting all tastes and budgets. From the endless white sandy beaches of Figueira da Foz to the charming Schist Villages of Lousã Mountain, from the fairy tale Bussaco national woods to the imposing castle of Montemor-o-Velho, from the Roman heritage sites to the Medieval flair of Penela.
Wool Fest – Covilhã Art Festival
Cities & Villages
Wool Fest – Covilhã Art Festival
The welcoming town of Covilhã at the foothill of Serra da Estrela is the epicentre of the street art scene in Center of Portugal. 
Diving in Berlenga
Beaches & Surf
Diving in Berlenga
Dive in Berlengas: Crystal-clear waters, rich marine life, and underwater caves await your adventure!
Viseu Walking Tour
Monuments & Attractions
Viseu Walking Tour
This walking tour will lead you across some of the most important landmarks of Viseu, a city made of granite, noble character and endless flowers!
Great Route of the Historical Villages
Nature & Outdoors
Great Route of the Historical Villages
This great route connects the 12 Historical Villages of Center of Portugal by stages, in a circular track of 600 km. 
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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