Tourism in Portugal

Where to go

Center of Portugal destinations

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Leiria
Inland Cities
Leiria
Figueira da Foz
Coastal Cities
Figueira da Foz
Aveiro
Coastal Cities
Aveiro
Coimbra
Inland Cities
Coimbra
Alcobaça
Coastal Cities
Alcobaça
Abrantes
Inland Cities
Abrantes
Caldas da Rainha
Coastal Cities
Caldas da Rainha
Viseu
Inland Cities
Viseu
Castelo Branco
Inland Cities
Castelo Branco
Óbidos
Coastal Cities
Óbidos
Batalha
Coastal Cities
Batalha
Peniche
Coastal Cities
Peniche
Mountain Villages
Villages filled with History
Mountain Villages
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Tomar
Inland Cities
Tomar
Fátima
Inland Cities
Fátima
Covilhã
Inland Cities
Covilhã
Historical Villages of Portugal
Villages filled with History
Historical Villages of Portugal
Guarda
Inland Cities
Guarda
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History
Schist Villages
Nazaré
Coastal Cities
Nazaré
What to do

The best things to do in Center of Portugal

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Beach swimming pools of Castelo Branco
Beaches & Surf
Beach swimming pools of Castelo Branco
Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains
Nature & Outdoors
Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains
The Cryptoportico of Aeminium
Archeology & Heritage
The Cryptoportico of Aeminium
6 best golf courses in Center of Portugal: a top-tier list of prestigious golfing destinations
Golf
6 best golf courses in Center of Portugal: a top-tier list of prestigious golfing destinations
Monastery of Alcobaça UNESCO World Heritage
Churches & Monasteries
Monastery of Alcobaça UNESCO World Heritage
Branca de Neve
Shopping
Branca de Neve
Wine Tourism and Passion Store
Food & Drink
Wine Tourism and Passion Store
BioRia Estarreja
Nature & Outdoors
BioRia Estarreja
Loriga
Cities & Villages
Loriga
Ansião
Cities & Villages
Ansião
Costa Nova beach
Beaches & Surf
Costa Nova beach
Viseu Cathedral Square
Churches & Monasteries
Viseu Cathedral Square
Articles

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Óbidos Literary Town
Arts & Culture
Óbidos Literary Town
This project consists of the promotion of the culture of writing and reading through he organisation of festivals, presentations, meetings, representations, projections, concerts, reading and writing sessions.
A light that never goes out
Religion & Spirituality
A light that never goes out
The snail procession held every year in September in the tiny village Reguengo do Fetal, near Batalha, is a timeless tradition that has crossed the centuries and, certainly, one of the most eye-catching religious processions in Portugal. An incredible tapestry of lit snail shells leading the ways of the faith!
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.
Christmas in Castelo Branco
Cities & Villages
Christmas in Castelo Branco
No need to dream about a White Christmas! It will take place in the welcoming inland city of Castelo Branco.
Walking Tour: the other side of Coimbra
Cities & Villages
Walking Tour: the other side of Coimbra
Embraced by the Mondego River, the enchanting city of Coimbra has countless attractions on both sides of the river. 
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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