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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Coimbra

Mountain Villages

Villages filled with History

Mountain Villages

Óbidos

Peniche

Historical Villages of Portugal

Villages filled with History

Historical Villages of Portugal

Alcobaça

Caldas da Rainha

Caldas da Rainha

Viseu

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela

Fátima

Guarda

Castelo Branco

Batalha

Aveiro

Schist Villages

Villages filled with History

Schist Villages

Abrantes

Tomar

Covilhã

Leiria

Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

Nazaré

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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Bordallo Pinheiro in Caldas da Rainha

Bordallo Pinheiro in Caldas da Rainha

Côa Honeycomb

Viseu Cathedral Square

Churches & Monasteries

Viseu Cathedral Square

UNESCO World Heritage Tour

Monuments & Attractions

UNESCO World Heritage Tour

10 best Summer spots to visit in Center of Portugal: more to Summer life than the south

10 best Summer spots to visit in Center of Portugal: more to Summer life than the south

Guarda Cathedral

Churches & Monasteries

Guarda Cathedral

Street Art: Alexandre Farto aka Vhils in Aveiro

Street Art: Alexandre Farto aka Vhils in Aveiro

Vila Galé Collection Tomar

Vila Galé Collection Tomar

The University of Aveiro

Monuments & Attractions

The University of Aveiro

Vale da Estrela

Vale da Estrela

The Elephant's Journey

The Elephant's Journey

Winter holidays: Discover Christmas Markets and Traditions in Center of Portugal

Winter holidays: Discover Christmas Markets and Traditions in Center of Portugal

Articles

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Eating in Leiria

Eating in Leiria

The city and the whole region of Leiria is a true icon of gastronomy. Absolutely perfect for foodies and the most demanding tastes. There are restaurants that were converted in unrivalled legends in Portugal, Meccas of the finest cuisine and opulent tables. A foodie's delight!

Street art in Leiria

Street art in Leiria

Explore Leiria's historic center through Sílvia Patrício's street art tour, inspired by Eça de Queirós' novel. Book a guided tour!

Casa do Passal

Casa do Passal: Reviving the legacy of Aristides de Sousa Mendes. A symbol of defiance and justice, now reborn thanks to global support.

Here come the Romans!

Archeology & Heritage

Here come the Romans!

Discover the enduring influence of the Roman legacy in Center of Portugal through this exciting route. Quoting the popular Monty Python sketch: "What have the Romans ever done for us?". As far as Center of Portugal region is concerned, a lot!

Rabaçal Cheese

Rabaçal Cheese

Still produced in a traditional way, the mouth-watering Rabaçal Cheese dates back to the foundation of Portugal. Described by the Portuguese writer Eça de Queiroz as "round and divine", Rabaçal Cheese is a true gastronomic delight!

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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