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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Center of Portugal destinations

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Fátima
Inland Cities
Fátima
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Óbidos
Coastal Cities
Óbidos
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities
Alcobaça
Figueira da Foz
Coastal Cities
Figueira da Foz
Peniche
Coastal Cities
Peniche
Abrantes
Inland Cities
Abrantes
Covilhã
Inland Cities
Covilhã
Tomar
Inland Cities
Tomar
Coimbra
Inland Cities
Coimbra
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History
Schist Villages
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History
Historical Villages of Portugal
Aveiro
Coastal Cities
Aveiro
Caldas da Rainha
Coastal Cities
Caldas da Rainha
Castelo Branco
Inland Cities
Castelo Branco
Guarda
Inland Cities
Guarda
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History
Mountain Villages
Batalha
Coastal Cities
Batalha
Nazaré
Coastal Cities
Nazaré
Viseu
Inland Cities
Viseu
Leiria
Inland Cities
Leiria
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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Castle of Porto de Mós
Monuments & Attractions
Castle of Porto de Mós
Sustainable Tourism in Center of Portugal: discover our green destinations & experiences
Sustainable Tourism in Center of Portugal: discover our green destinations & experiences
Quinta do Rio Noémi
Quinta do Rio Noémi
Branca de Neve
Shopping
Branca de Neve
Baleal beach
Beaches & Surf
Baleal beach
Church of Santa Maria
Churches & Monasteries
Church of Santa Maria
Areia Branca
Beaches & Surf
Areia Branca
The gardens of Casa da Ínsua
Nature & Outdoors
The gardens of Casa da Ínsua
The Wool Route - Translana
Arts & Culture
The Wool Route - Translana
Solar do Vinho da Beira Interior
Food & Drink
Solar do Vinho da Beira Interior
Center of Portugal welcomes foodies with arms wide open and wealthy tables!
Center of Portugal welcomes foodies with arms wide open and wealthy tables!
Foz do Arelho wooden paths
Nature & Outdoors
Foz do Arelho wooden paths
Articles

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The history of University of Coimbra
Monuments & Attractions
The history of University of Coimbra
The most reputed University City in the country and one of the main tourism destinations in Portugal.
The power of nature
Beaches & Surf
The power of nature
Nazaré is the finest example of the relentless power of Mother Nature. The giant wave surfed by Hawaiian surfer Garret McNamara on November 1st 2011 has changed the fate of this charming fishing town. Nowadays, the whole economy of Nazaré evolves around surf and the big waves. But why are the waves so incredibly big in Nazaré?
Allegretto
Nature & Outdoors
Allegretto
The fifth movement of Beethoven's 6th Symphony is Allegretto, depicting the joyful shepherd's song full of cheerful and thankful feelings after the storm. In Montemuro Mountain, in the surroundings of Viseu, you can be shepherd for a day and experience these happy feelings!
Wild orchids
Nature & Outdoors
Wild orchids
In Portugal there are 55 species of wild orchids. A great part of this species can be found in the Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains, namely 27 species! The gorgeous bee orchids are the living proof of how impressively intelligent orchids can be. 
Bravo de Esmolfe Apple
Food & Drink
Bravo de Esmolfe Apple
Known since the 18th century, this apple is original from the Esmolfe village, in Penalva do Castelo and it’s an exclusively Portuguese product.
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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