Things to do in Coimbra • Center of Portugal

Monuments & Attractions

Cabinet of Curiosities of the University of Coimbra

Housed in the Science Museum of the University of Coimbra, the Cabinet of Curiosities is a realistic recreation of an 18th century cabinet of curiosities, showcasing "the whole world in just one place". A place bursting with exoticism in an (...)

Cities & Villages

Wedding planners

Finding the right wedding planner is the key to a memorable wedding. In Center of Portugal there are absolutely top professionals who put all their passion and commitment in organising absolutely unique weddings, driven by the love for detail. And (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Perfect gardens

Center of Portugal offers some of the most surprising gardens in Portugal. The perfect settings for celebrating life and love, embraced by a soul-touching nature! (...)

Cities & Villages

Wedding venues in Center of Portugal

Portugal is truly booming as perfect wedding destination, attracting brides and grooms from all over the world. But what's so special about this country as a stage of lifelong memories and unique moments? Let's unveil the magic. (...)

Kids & Families

Perfect for kids

Center of Portugal is the ideal place to travel with kids! From a miniature Portugal at Portugal dos Pequenitos, in Coimbra, to the real scale dinosaurs of Dino Parque Lourinhã, near Peniche, there's a magical world to unveil by both (...)

Cities & Villages

Perfect for families

Once the capital of the Portuguese kingdom, Coimbra sparks with historical richness and cultural grandeur. Coimbra is actually one of the top destinations for 2025 according to the world-acclaimed New York Times. Offering a never-ending list of iconic landmarks, the (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Buracas do Casmilo

At the heart of Sicó Mountain, near Coimbra, lies one of Portugal's most incredible geological spots: the valley of Buracas do Casmilo. This Swiss cheese resembling natural monument stands out for its impressive holes engraved in the rocks. (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Mondego cycling & walking path

Inaugurated in July 2024, the brand new Mondego cycling and walking path follows the course of the mythical Mondego river, connecting the cities Viseu and Coimbra. The coastal city Figueira do Foz will be the next stop. (...)

Kids & Families

The EN2

The best way to discover the country from its northern mountains to its southern beaches via the EN2, also known as the Portuguese Route 66. (...)

Casas com Estória - Boutique Houses

Superbly located in the Dão wine region, only half an hour from the nearby city of Viseu, Casas com Estória – Boutique Houses are an eye-catching accommodation that stand out as the perfect blend between ultimate comfort and modern design (...)

Alto Canto

Located in the uptown of mesmerising Coimbra, Alto Canto is an exquisite 2-room accommodation that provides its guests an unrivalled view over the Mondego River! (...)

ArchiSuites

Benefiting from a great location in Santa Clara quarter, in Coimbra, ArchiSuites was born from the desire to create distinguishing accommodations that offer the perfect mix between history and design, tradition and contemporaneity. (...)