Tourism in Portugal

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Center of Portugal destinations

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

The best things to do in Center of Portugal

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All new on Portugal Western front: 6 amazing destinations to visit in Center of Portugal
All new on Portugal Western front: 6 amazing destinations to visit in Center of Portugal
Cabeça
Cities & Villages
Cabeça
Street art route
Arts & Culture
Street art route
Centro Cultural de Ílhavo
Arts & Culture
Centro Cultural de Ílhavo
Cava de Viriato
Archeology & Heritage
Cava de Viriato
Santa Cruz de Coimbra Monastery
Churches & Monasteries
Santa Cruz de Coimbra Monastery
Villa Galé Collection Figueira da Foz
Cities & Villages
Villa Galé Collection Figueira da Foz
Entre Serras panoramic swing
Nature & Outdoors
Entre Serras panoramic swing
17 best cities to visit in Center of Portugal
17 best cities to visit in Center of Portugal
Tile tour in Ovar
Cities & Villages
Tile tour in Ovar
Bishop's Palace Garden
Nature & Outdoors
Bishop's Palace Garden
Almeida
Cities & Villages
Almeida
Articles

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Schist Villages by the Tagus and Ocreza Rivers
Nature & Outdoors
Schist Villages by the Tagus and Ocreza Rivers
This is the smallest group of Schist Villages, as well as the most spread out. The proximity to the Alentejo plain can be utterly felt in the landscape.
Sleeping in Abrantes
Cities & Villages
Sleeping in Abrantes
Either in the charming city of Abrantes or in the surroundings, visitors can choose between comfortable boutique hotels, inviting local accommodations or welcoming manor houses. Perfect places to set for the discovery of a deeply surprising region!
The power of nature
Beaches & Surf
The power of nature
Nazaré is the finest example of the relentless power of Mother Nature. The giant wave surfed by Hawaiian surfer Garret McNamara on November 1st 2011 has changed the fate of this charming fishing town. Nowadays, the whole economy of Nazaré evolves around surf and the big waves. But why are the waves so incredibly big in Nazaré?
The green heart of Coimbra
Nature & Outdoors
The green heart of Coimbra
This enchanting city by the Mondego river offers its visitors inspiring parks and gardens. 
The sin lives next door
Food & Drink
The sin lives next door
The Alcobaça apple is a unique blend of nine apple varieties. It's a Protected Geographical Indication  product and a focal point for a local tourism route, with a harvest period from August to November, known for its exceptional taste and crispness due to Alcobaça's micro-climate.
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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