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Tourism in Portugal
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
Feel the season spirit in all its splendour at Center of Portugal, the heart of Christmas! There is something about Christmas time. Center of Portugal is home of quite unique Christmas celebrations that take place all over the region from the coastline to the inland.
Discover our Christmas suggestions
Where to go
Center of Portugal destinations
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Coastal Cities
Nazaré
Coastal Cities
Caldas da Rainha
Inland Cities
Guarda
Inland Cities
Abrantes
Coastal Cities
Figueira da Foz
Inland Cities
Tomar
Villages filled with History
Schist Villages
Villages filled with History
Historical Villages of Portugal
Inland Cities
Coimbra
Inland Cities
Fátima
Inland Cities
Covilhã
Serra da Estrela
Serra da Estrela
Villages filled with History
Mountain Villages
Coastal Cities
Aveiro
Inland Cities
Castelo Branco
Coastal Cities
Óbidos
Coastal Cities
Peniche
Inland Cities
Leiria
Inland Cities
Viseu
Coastal Cities
Batalha
Coastal Cities
Alcobaça
Learn how to prepare 4 mouth-watering Portuguese Christmas delicacies
Discover the best Christmas recipes
What to do
The best things to do in Center of Portugal
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Churches & Monasteries
Cathedral of Castelo Branco
Churches & Monasteries
Cathedral of Leiria
Cities & Villages
Ansião
Nature & Outdoors
Quinta das Lágrimas
Nature & Outdoors
Green Coimbra
Food & Drink
Eating in Coimbra
Arts & Culture
Teatro Municipal da Guarda
Nature & Outdoors
Natural pools of Cortes do Meio
Vila Galé Collection Tomar
Archeology & Heritage
Santa Clara-a-Velha Monastery
Churches & Monasteries
Misericórdia Church of Guarda
Nature & Outdoors
Aveiro salt ponds
Articles
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Stargazing in International Águeda River
International Águeda River is born in Spain, on the Spanish flank of Serra das Mesas. It flows along 130 km, and its last 25 km set the natural frontier between the two Iberian countries. It flows into the Douro at Barca d'Alva.
Beaches & Surf
Diving in Berlenga
Dive in Berlengas: Crystal-clear waters, rich marine life, and underwater caves await your adventure!
Nature & Outdoors
A glass of wine under the stars
Located in the village of Barca d'Alva, near the breath-taking Historical Village of Castelo Rodrigo, the Stargazing Centre has opened its doors to the public in 2017. The perfect spot to look up to the magical starry skies, as well as the stage of truly unique astronomy events. Cheers to life under the stars!
Cities & Villages
Architectural icons
Covilhã is a perfect destination for fans of architecture. Prestigious Portuguese architects have left their imprint on the city landscape, connecting different areas and improving the life of local community. No wonder that this city with challenging multi-layered topography has many elevators that facilitate mobility within the urban space. Ideal for both locals and visitors.
Beaches & Surf
Surf Schools & Surf Houses in Peniche
Peniche: Portugal's top surf spot with incredible beaches, waves, and surf schools. Ride the wave in Peniche!
Magazine
Edition 81
13.11.2023 • 27.11.2023
Comfy hotels housed in century-old manor houses or at the heart of blossoming wine regions. Exquisite accommodations with an unrivalled view over the Tagus River in all its splendour or in the surroundings of World Heritage sites. Restaurants for comfort food lovers with that special touch of contemporaneity. And warm-hearted hospitality. Renovated hotels showing their new colours in one of the most prestigious university cities in the world. Welcome to Center of Portugal!
Edition 80
25.10.2023 • 07.11.2023
The world is currently facing huge challenges. In this edition, we look up at the starry dark skies above. Looking for peace.
Edition 79
02.10.2023 • 16.10.2023
Beauty lies in the eye of fragility. In the smallest yet meaningful detail. This edition celebrates the unstoppable force of delicacy.
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