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

Abrantes
Inland Cities

Abrantes
Fátima
Inland Cities

Fátima
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities

Alcobaça
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History

Schist Villages
Batalha
Coastal Cities

Batalha
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History

Historical Villages of Portugal
Covilhã
Inland Cities

Covilhã
Nazaré
Coastal Cities

Nazaré
Caldas da Rainha
Coastal Cities

Caldas da Rainha
Peniche
Coastal Cities

Peniche
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

Mira-Minde Polje
Nature & Outdoors

Mira-Minde Polje
Foz Azul Beach - Local Natural Reserve
Nature & Outdoors

Foz Azul Beach - Local Natural Reserve
The University of Aveiro
Monuments & Attractions

The University of Aveiro
Major Seminary of Coimbra
Religion & Spirituality

Major Seminary of Coimbra
Cabinet of Curiosities of the University of Coimbra
Monuments & Attractions

Cabinet of Curiosities of the University of Coimbra
Vila Galé Collection Tomar

Vila Galé Collection Tomar
Pedra Nova
Cities & Villages

Pedra Nova
Quinta da Sra. Marocas

Quinta da Sra. Marocas
Areia Branca
Beaches & Surf

Areia Branca
The Botanical Garden
Nature & Outdoors

The Botanical Garden
A surprising cistercian Monastery – S. Cristóvão de Lafões
Churches & Monasteries

A surprising cistercian Monastery – S. Cristóvão de Lafões
Espaço Eça – Coffee & Wine, Books
Food & Drink

Espaço Eça – Coffee & Wine, Books
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Articles

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Vergílio Ferreira
Arts & Culture

Vergílio Ferreira

Born in the tiny village of Melo, within Guarda district, Vergílio Ferreira had since early childhood a very hard burden to carry, when his parents emigrated to the United States of America. This sense of austerity can be clearly felt all over his fictional and philosophic works. As well as the overwhelming influence of Serra da Estrela in his world vision.
Christmas in Viseu
Religion & Spirituality

Christmas in Viseu

Viseu enchanting Christmas market offers warm drinks, regional products, workshops, and festive activities for all ages in a magical atmosphere!
Pastoral Symphony
Nature & Outdoors

Pastoral Symphony

Inspired by Beethoven's revolutionary Symphony no. 6, the first Togetherness edition of 2024 pays homage to the future. And to the unstoppable power of creation. 
Sea
Nature & Outdoors

Sea

The sean runs in Portuguese veins since the beginning of time. It has inspired Portuguese poets and writers of all generations and triggered the Portuguese Discoveries. The sea is the leitmotif to read the Portuguese nostalgia and melancholic soul, as well as the word "saudade". Defining a collective past, but also signing the ways of the future.  
A light that never goes out
Religion & Spirituality

A light that never goes out

The snail procession held every year in September in the tiny village Reguengo do Fetal, near Batalha, is a timeless tradition that has crossed the centuries and, certainly, one of the most eye-catching religious processions in Portugal. An incredible tapestry of lit snail shells leading the ways of the faith!
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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