Tourism in Portugal

Where to go

Center of Portugal destinations

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Historical Villages of Portugal

Villages filled with History

Historical Villages of Portugal

Leiria

Óbidos

Castelo Branco

Alcobaça

Aveiro

Guarda

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela

Nazaré

Caldas da Rainha

Caldas da Rainha

Mountain Villages

Villages filled with History

Mountain Villages

Peniche

Viseu

Abrantes

Tomar

Schist Villages

Villages filled with History

Schist Villages

Fátima

Covilhã

Batalha

Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

Coimbra

What to do

The best things to do in Center of Portugal

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ML Vineyards

Codfish route

Tower of the University of Coimbra

Monuments & Attractions

Tower of the University of Coimbra

Fruit Square in Caldas da Rainha

Fruit Square in Caldas da Rainha

Mercado Negro (Black Market)

Mercado Negro (Black Market)

5 hotels with heated pools in Center of Portugal that are perfect for a winter getaway

5 hotels with heated pools in Center of Portugal that are perfect for a winter getaway

Dino Parque Lourinhã

Kids & Families

Dino Parque Lourinhã

Vale Furado

Aldeia Viçosa river beach

Nature & Outdoors

Aldeia Viçosa river beach

Foz Côa Valley UNESCO World Heritage

Nature & Outdoors

Foz Côa Valley UNESCO World Heritage

Center of Portugal, your foodie destination

Center of Portugal, your foodie destination

Areia Branca

Articles

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Street art in Viseu

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.

Golf in Viseu

Portugal is a prestigious international golf destination. The golf courses of Center of Portugal are among Europe's best golf courses.

Trays' Feast in Tomar

Cities & Villages

Trays' Feast in Tomar

When King D.Dinis obtained from pope John XXII the creation of the Military Order of Christ, which was to render such inestimable services to Portugal and the World, his virtuous wife, Queen Isabel de Aragão – the Saint – laid the foundation of the great movement of Christian solidarity by instituting the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, over the Apostles, with festivities and rituals which in many cases undoubtedly of old pagan origin, like the “Festa dos Tabuleiros”.

Here come the Romans!

Archeology & Heritage

Here come the Romans!

Discover the enduring influence of the Roman legacy in the city of Coimbra (former Aeminium), as well as in the surrounding region with the stunning must-see spots of the Roman Ruins of Conímbriga and the Roman Villa of Rabaçal. Quoting the popular Monty Python sketch: "What have the Romans ever done for us?". As far as Coimbra region is concerned, a lot!

Eating in Coimbra

Eating in Coimbra

The charming historical city of Coimbra, beautifully placed by the Mondego River, is also a great spot for foodies and wine lovers.

Magazine

Edition 95 - Christmas

Edition 95 - Christmas

09.12.2024 • 26.12.2024

In Christmas time all roads lead home and to the heart of what really matters. Finding the beauty of small yet meaningful things while enjoying comfy vibes and mouth-watering traditional delicacies. This special Christmas edition sheds a light on the uniqueness of this festive season in Center of Portugal. Let the magic begin!

Edition 94 - Small charming accommodations

Edition 94 - Small charming accommodations

17.09.2024 • 01.10.2024

Small, handmade, human. Center of Portugal offers a handful of such stunning accommodations. A second edition was absolutely necessary. Away from the crowds, closer to the sparkle of uniqueness.

Edition 93 - Small unique accommodations

Edition 93 - Small unique accommodations

16.09.2024 • 30.09.2024

Center of Portugal brings you closer to what really matters. To the essence of life. Embraced by Nature. These are quite outstanding accommodations at the heart of peaceful natural settings, ruled by silence. Small, handmade, human. This is the motto for 2025.

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