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

Fátima
Inland Cities

Fátima
Castelo Branco
Inland Cities

Castelo Branco
Batalha
Coastal Cities

Batalha
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities

Alcobaça
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History

Historical Villages of Portugal
Leiria
Inland Cities

Leiria
Viseu
Inland Cities

Viseu
Óbidos
Coastal Cities

Óbidos
Aveiro
Coastal Cities

Aveiro
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History

Schist Villages
Guarda
Inland Cities

Guarda
Abrantes
Inland Cities

Abrantes
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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

Weddings in Center of Portugal

Weddings in Center of Portugal
Santa Clara-a-Velha Monastery
Archeology & Heritage

Santa Clara-a-Velha Monastery
Solar do Vinho da Beira Interior
Food & Drink

Solar do Vinho da Beira Interior
Chapel of the Apparitions
Churches & Monasteries

Chapel of the Apparitions
Baleal beach
Beaches & Surf

Baleal beach
Castle of Almourol
Monuments & Attractions

Castle of Almourol
Improviso Pop Up Store
Shopping

Improviso Pop Up Store
Moinho do Boneco
Kids & Families

Moinho do Boneco
Buddha Eden Garden
Nature & Outdoors

Buddha Eden Garden
Major Seminary of Coimbra
Religion & Spirituality

Major Seminary of Coimbra
Monastery of Santa Maria de Cós
Churches & Monasteries

Monastery of Santa Maria de Cós
Biological Park of Lousã Mountain
Kids & Families

Biological Park of Lousã Mountain
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Articles

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Perfect for ladies
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!
Schist Villages of Açor Mountain
Nature & Outdoors

Schist Villages of Açor Mountain

The dazzling protected landscape of Açor Mountain is the home of 5 enchanting Schist Villages. A pristine nature that takes us back in time, embraced by a soul-soothing silence.
Chieira
Arts & Culture

Chieira

Chieira means pride. This term was born in Minho, the Northwest region of Portugal. Referring to the special pride felt by all the women who wear countless gold necklaces in the iconic procession of Our Lady of Agony in stunning Viana do Castelo , exhibiting the priceless asset of tradition, belonging and identity. 
Filigree
Arts & Culture

Filigree

Filigree is the art of precision, bonding gold threads like the verses of a epic poem. This timeless art does not only define a specific region. It is a key to understand the intricate Portuguese soul, full of sea and nostalgia. It belongs to Portugal, while marvelling the world.  
Wedding planners
Cities & Villages

Wedding planners

Finding the right wedding planner is the key to a memorable wedding. In Center of Portugal there are absolutely top professionals who put all their passion and commitment in organising absolutely unique weddings, driven by the love for detail. And the urge to create soul-touching memories. 
Magazine
Edition 104 - Portugal

Edition 104 - Portugal

23.07.2026 • 02.08.2026
What's to love about Portugal? What drives travellers from all corners of the world to come back to Portugal? The main argument is a caring people, welcoming visitors with genuine hospitality, warm hugs and lavish tables. But there are more reasons to love Portugal. And its inspiring soul. In the words of renowned musicologist Rui Vieira Nery: "Portugal is the great poem". 
Edition 103 - A matter of faith

Edition 103 - A matter of faith

06.07.2026 • 19.07.2026
The devotion to Our Lady of Nazaré brings Portugal and Brazil together. An ocean of deep-rooted faith and the common language of hope. Building a better world through meaningful connections that can not be seen, but felt. 
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.  
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