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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Aveiro
Coastal Cities
Aveiro
Leiria
Inland Cities
Leiria
Castelo Branco
Inland Cities
Castelo Branco
Peniche
Coastal Cities
Peniche
Guarda
Inland Cities
Guarda
Caldas da Rainha
Coastal Cities
Caldas da Rainha
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities
Alcobaça
Batalha
Coastal Cities
Batalha
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History
Mountain Villages
Tomar
Inland Cities
Tomar
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History
Schist Villages
Óbidos
Coastal Cities
Óbidos
Abrantes
Inland Cities
Abrantes
Viseu
Inland Cities
Viseu
Covilhã
Inland Cities
Covilhã
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Fátima
Inland Cities
Fátima
Coimbra
Inland Cities
Coimbra
Nazaré
Coastal Cities
Nazaré
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History
Historical Villages of Portugal
Figueira da Foz
Coastal Cities
Figueira da Foz
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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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Comur - Fábrica de Conservas da Murtosa
Food & Drink
Comur - Fábrica de Conservas da Murtosa
Raízes
Raízes
Castelo Novo
Cities & Villages
Castelo Novo
Wooden paths of Fragas de São Simão
Nature & Outdoors
Wooden paths of Fragas de São Simão
Castelo Rodrigo
Cities & Villages
Castelo Rodrigo
Montemor-o-Velho Castle
Monuments & Attractions
Montemor-o-Velho Castle
Convent of Santa Clara-a-Nova
Churches & Monasteries
Convent of Santa Clara-a-Nova
Trancoso
Cities & Villages
Trancoso
Jewish quarters' Tour
Religion & Spirituality
Jewish quarters' Tour
Válega Church
Churches & Monasteries
Válega Church
Protected landscape of Açor Mountain
Nature & Outdoors
Protected landscape of Açor Mountain
Embraced by Nature
Nature & Outdoors
Embraced by Nature
Articles

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Allegro
Beaches & Surf
Allegro
The fourth movement of the Pastoral Symphony, "Allegro", is the part where Beethoven calls for the largest instrumentation in the entire piece. It depicts a violent thunderstorm with painstaking realism. The (Grand) Canyon of Nazaré is a place of inner storm that nevertheless creates world's most powerful and beautiful waves!
Limodorum trabutianum Battandier
Nature & Outdoors
Limodorum trabutianum Battandier
The Limodorum species is definitely among the most peculiar wild orchid species in the Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains. This species can be easily spotted all over this stunning natural park, growing in dry alkaline soils amidst many dead layer.   
Sleeping in Peniche
Cities & Villages
Sleeping in Peniche
Coastal charm, diverse activities, and unforgettable experiences await your stay! The colourful coastal city of Peniche has great hotels, cool accommodations for surfers, couples and families, that suit all tastes and budgets. Amazing comfy spots with dazzling views over the Atlantic, where you will feel at home!
Eating in Nazaré
Food & Drink
Eating in Nazaré
The region of Nazaré has always been extremely rich in all sorts of fish varieties. No wonder that fish plays a major role in the gastronomic tradition of Nazaré. Fish comes in many shapes and it can be cooked in several different ways: grilled, in the oven or simply dry. Authenticity is the motto.
Republics of Coimbra
Arts & Culture
Republics of Coimbra
Legendary spaces in the academic life, the Portuguese city where academic tradition is felt more fervently than anywhere else.
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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