Tourism in Portugal

Where to go

Center of Portugal destinations

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Caldas da Rainha

Caldas da Rainha

Schist Villages

Villages filled with History

Schist Villages

Mountain Villages

Villages filled with History

Mountain Villages

Castelo Branco

Nazaré

Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

Aveiro

Batalha

Tomar

Viseu

Abrantes

Coimbra

Fátima

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela

Serra da Estrela

Guarda

Alcobaça

Historical Villages of Portugal

Villages filled with History

Historical Villages of Portugal

Leiria

Peniche

Covilhã

Óbidos

What to do

The best things to do in Center of Portugal

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Fruit Square in Caldas da Rainha

Fruit Square in Caldas da Rainha

Idanha-a-Velha

Cities & Villages

PO.RO.S. - Roman Portugal Museum

Archeology & Heritage

PO.RO.S. - Roman Portugal Museum

Burgo river swing

Sports & Leisure

Burgo river swing

Ladeira panoramic swing

Ladeira panoramic swing

Casa dos Alicates

Casa dos Alicates

Paul de Toirões

Nature & Outdoors

Paul de Toirões

5 well-kept secrets in Center of Portugal: Safe travels away from the crowds.

5 well-kept secrets in Center of Portugal: Safe travels away from the crowds.

Quinta do Rio Noémi

Quinta do Rio Noémi

Vale do Rossim river beach

Nature & Outdoors

Vale do Rossim river beach

Monastery of Batalha UNESCO World Heritage

Churches & Monasteries

Monastery of Batalha UNESCO World Heritage

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

Articles

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Dark Sky Schist Villages

Nature & Outdoors

Dark Sky Schist Villages

The Schist Villages have been certified by the Starlight Foundation as an International Starlight Tourism Destination thanks to the Dark Sky Schist Villages project.

Historical cafés and writers

Historical cafés and writers

Coimbra has always been one of the most culturally relevant cities in Portugal. Its historical cafes were the stage of many enlightening discussions between prominent Portuguese writers, where they shared their visions for the future of the country. The University of Coimbra has formed several generations of distinguished intellectuals within the Portuguese-speaking world.

Pastoral Symphony

Nature & Outdoors

Pastoral Symphony

Inspired by Beethoven's revolutionary Symphony no. 6, the first Togetherness edition of 2024 pays homage to the future. And to the unstoppable power of creation.

Gliding Barnacles

Gliding Barnacles

Just as barnacles live their lives clinging on to ship hulls, surfers live theirs cling on to their surfboards — they are “Gliding Barnacles” !

Sleeping in Alcobaça

Cities & Villages

Sleeping in Alcobaça

The pleasant city of Alcobaça offers its visitors surprising options in terms of accommodation. Travellers can stay at the brand new 5-star hotel Montebelo Alcobaça Historic Hotel, located in a wing of the stunning UNESCO World Monastery of Alcobaça or at other renowned hotels that provide all the modern comfort and a dedicated service, committed to excellence.

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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