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.
Where to go
Center of Portugal destinations
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
What to do
The best things to do in Center of Portugal
Articles
Discover Center of Portugal
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Archeology & Heritage
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.
Golf
6 best golf courses in Center of Portugal: a top-tier list of prestigious golfing destinations
Portugal is a prestigious international golf destination. The golf courses of Center of Portugal are among Europe's best golf courses: Dolce CampoReal Lisboa, Guardian Bom Sucesso Golf, Praia d’El Rey Golf Course, Royal Óbidos Spa & Golf Resort, West Cliffs Ocean and Golf Resort and Montebelo Golfe.
Food & Drink
Perfect for ladies
Ideal for empowered lady friends looking for a great time in an outstanding region that offers one of Portugal's most enchanting historical cities: Viseu; exquisite wines and superb restaurants; many shopping possibilites, along with an unrivalled hospitality. A region that welcomes its visitors with arms wide open. A place full of authenticity. As solid as its enduring granite stones. As noble as the fascinating terroir of Dão wine region. Cheers to life!
Golf
Golf in Viseu
Portugal is a prestigious international golf destination. The golf courses of Center of Portugal are among Europe's best golf courses.
Magazine
Edition 103 - A matter of faith
06.07.2026 • 19.07.2026
The cult of Our Lady of Nazaré brings Portugal and Brazil together. An ocean of faith, deep-rooted devotion and the common language of hope. Building a better world through meaningful connections that can not be seen, but felt.
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
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.
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