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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Fátima
Inland Cities
Fátima
Aveiro
Coastal Cities
Aveiro
Guarda
Inland Cities
Guarda
Covilhã
Inland Cities
Covilhã
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History
Historical Villages of Portugal
Abrantes
Inland Cities
Abrantes
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History
Mountain Villages
Castelo Branco
Inland Cities
Castelo Branco
Batalha
Coastal Cities
Batalha
Coimbra
Inland Cities
Coimbra
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities
Alcobaça
Leiria
Inland Cities
Leiria
Peniche
Coastal Cities
Peniche
Caldas da Rainha
Coastal Cities
Caldas da Rainha
Viseu
Inland Cities
Viseu
Figueira da Foz
Coastal Cities
Figueira da Foz
Óbidos
Coastal Cities
Óbidos
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History
Schist Villages
Nazaré
Coastal Cities
Nazaré
Tomar
Inland Cities
Tomar
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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BioRia Estarreja
Nature & Outdoors
BioRia Estarreja
New Hand Lab
Shopping
New Hand Lab
Casa dos Alicates
Casa dos Alicates
St Michael's Chapel of the University of Coimbra
Churches & Monasteries
St Michael's Chapel of the University of Coimbra
Bussaco Woods
Nature & Outdoors
Bussaco Woods
Almeida
Cities & Villages
Almeida
Castle of Almourol
Monuments & Attractions
Castle of Almourol
Sustainable Tourism in Center of Portugal: discover our green destinations & experiences
Sustainable Tourism in Center of Portugal: discover our green destinations & experiences
Private Examination Room and Arms' Room
Arts & Culture
Private Examination Room and Arms' Room
Lapa dos Dinheiros
Cities & Villages
Lapa dos Dinheiros
Espaço Eça – Coffee & Wine, Books
Food & Drink
Espaço Eça – Coffee & Wine, Books
Lapa dos Dinheiros river beach
Nature & Outdoors
Lapa dos Dinheiros river beach
Articles

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Great Route of the Magical Mountains
Nature & Outdoors
Great Route of the Magical Mountains
The Great Route of the Magical Villages cross the Mountains of Montemuro, Arada, Arestal and Freita, along the Rivers Douro, Vouga and Paiva.
Precious Crown of Our Lady of Fátima
Churches & Monasteries
Precious Crown of Our Lady of Fátima
Apart from its unquestionable value, the precious Crown of Our Lady of Fátima owns a deep symbolic meaning. It contains a non-precious element: the bullet of the assassination attempt on Pope John Paul II.  Definitely, the most important piece treasured by the Shrine of Fátima. 
Sleeping in Abrantes
Cities & Villages
Sleeping in Abrantes
Either in the charming city of Abrantes or in the surroundings, visitors can choose between comfortable boutique hotels, inviting local accommodations or welcoming manor houses. Perfect places to set for the discovery of a deeply surprising region!
Sleeping in Leiria
Cities & Villages
Sleeping in Leiria
In the center of Leiria or in the immediate surroundings, there are plenty of options in terms of accommodation. Discover unique hotels, out-of-the-box hostels and surprising accommodations. For all tastes and budgets.
Sleeping in Alcobaça
Cities & Villages
Sleeping in Alcobaça
The pleasant city of Alcobaça offers its visitors surprising options in terms of accommodation. Travellers can stay at the brand new 5-star hotel Montebelo Alcobaça Historic Hotel, located in a wing of the stunning UNESCO World Monastery of Alcobaça or at other renowned hotels that provide all the modern comfort and a dedicated service, committed to excellence.
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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