Tourism in Portugal

Easter Holidays in Center of Portugal

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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Where to go

Center of Portugal destinations

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Castelo Branco

Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

Tomar

Alcobaça

Nazaré

Schist Villages

Villages filled with History

Schist Villages

Coimbra

Caldas da Rainha

Caldas da Rainha

Viseu

Covilhã

Fátima

Óbidos

Batalha

Leiria

Peniche

Guarda

Historical Villages of Portugal

Villages filled with History

Historical Villages of Portugal

Aveiro

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela

Mountain Villages

Villages filled with History

Mountain Villages

Abrantes

Spring equinox

Spring begins with the spring equinox that in the Northern Hemisphere happens in March, while in the Southern Hemisphere it occurs in September. Spring brings along longer days, higher temperatures and the hope of blossoming new beginnings.

Spring has sprung!

Tourism in Portugal

What to do

The best things to do in Center of Portugal

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Panteão dos Almeida

Monuments & Attractions

Panteão dos Almeida

Fábrica Centro de Ciência Viva | Aveiro

Kids & Families

Fábrica Centro de Ciência Viva | Aveiro

Natural Reserve of the São Jacinto Dunes

Nature & Outdoors

Natural Reserve of the São Jacinto Dunes

Tejo Internacional Natural Park

Nature & Outdoors

Tejo Internacional Natural Park

Penamacor, the land of the famous Jew

Cities & Villages

Penamacor, the land of the famous Jew

Vista Alegre Chapel

Churches & Monasteries

Vista Alegre Chapel

The best Christmas Villages in Center of Portugal

Cities & Villages

The best Christmas Villages in Center of Portugal

Portuguese ceramics routes

Cities & Villages

Portuguese ceramics routes

LGBTQIA+ Traveling in Center of Portugal

LGBTQIA+ Traveling in Center of Portugal

The Elephant's Journey

The Elephant's Journey

Praça 2 de Maio

Cities & Villages

Praça 2 de Maio

Joanine Library - Coimbra University

Monuments & Attractions

Joanine Library - Coimbra University

Articles

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Guarda Jewish Quarter

Archeology & Heritage

Guarda Jewish Quarter

The Jewish community in Guarda was for a long period one of the country’s most important Jewish communities,

Cephalanthera longifolia (L.) Fritsch

Nature & Outdoors

Cephalanthera longifolia (L.) Fritsch

The orchid species Cephalanthera longifolia is one of the few white orchids blooming in Portugal. It can be easily spotted amidst forest glades and on roadsides, in transition zones between oak tree or pine forests and low bushes.

Palha de Abrantes & other delights

Palha de Abrantes & other delights

Unique endogenous products, river flavours and the almighty "palha de Abrantes" set the tone of the truly fascinating gastronomy of Abrantes.

The Great Route of Tagus Path

Nature & Outdoors

The Great Route of Tagus Path

Tagus Path: 45-km route from Abrantes to Constância, tracing Tagus River's influence. Picturesque landscapes, fauna, flora, and cultural landmarks.

Wines of Lisbon

Wines of Lisbon

The Wines of Lisbon seduce for its deep diversity as a result of differentiated soils, grape varieties, sun and wind exposition and terroirs. From the Phoenicians to the present day.

Magazine

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.

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.

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