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

Óbidos
Coastal Cities

Óbidos
Figueira da Foz
Coastal Cities

Figueira da Foz
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities

Alcobaça
Batalha
Coastal Cities

Batalha
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History

Historical Villages of Portugal
Aveiro
Coastal Cities

Aveiro
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History

Mountain Villages
Tomar
Inland Cities

Tomar
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela
Fátima
Inland Cities

Fátima
Covilhã
Inland Cities

Covilhã
Nazaré
Coastal Cities

Nazaré
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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

Penedo Furado
Nature & Outdoors

Penedo Furado
Espaço Eça – Coffee & Wine, Books
Food & Drink

Espaço Eça – Coffee & Wine, Books
Vista Alegre Chapel
Churches & Monasteries

Vista Alegre Chapel
Vale Furado
Beaches & Surf

Vale Furado
Tejo Internacional Natural Park
Nature & Outdoors

Tejo Internacional Natural Park
In Bulla Country and Wellness

In Bulla Country and Wellness
Villa Portela
Arts & Culture

Villa Portela
Santa Clara-a-Velha Monastery
Archeology & Heritage

Santa Clara-a-Velha Monastery
Vale do Rossim river beach
Nature & Outdoors

Vale do Rossim river beach
Church of Our Lady of Pópulo
Monuments & Attractions

Church of Our Lady of Pópulo
Senhora da Piedade
Nature & Outdoors

Senhora da Piedade
Easter Holidays in Center of Portugal

Easter Holidays in Center of Portugal
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Articles

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Christmas in Talasnal
Kids & Families

Christmas in Talasnal

With the arrival of the Christmas season, the Schist Village of Talasnal once again becomes one of the most iconic settings in Lousã Mountain. This year, the village presents its largest and most carefully crafted Christmas decorations ever, the result of a joint effort by local homeowners, the community, and municipal support.
Street art in Viseu
Arts & Culture

Street art in Viseu

The motto of the street art interventions in Viseu was the wine, since Viseu is the heart of Dão wine region, known for its remarkable wines.
Bairrada wines
Food & Drink

Bairrada wines

10.000 hectares of vineyards very close to the sea, dominated by Baga grape variety. Producing sparkling wine since 1890.
Vouga Valley cycling path
Nature & Outdoors

Vouga Valley cycling path

Set upon the former railway line of Vouga – the very winding Vale das Voltas railway line that was deactivated in 1980 - the Vouga Valley cycling path stretches along 70 kms. The enchanted valley of Vouga River sets the tone of the landscape of this cycling path.
Beaches of Alcobaça
Beaches & Surf

Beaches of Alcobaça

Discover the dazzling sandy beaches in the region of Alcobaça. The perfect destination for your Summer vacations ! Very close to the stunning World Heritage Monastery of Alcobaça.
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 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

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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