Things to do in Centro

Activities, attractions and tours

Coimbra showing night scenes
Aveiro District which includes a bay or harbour
Aveiro District featuring heritage elements, art and interior views
Coimbra featuring flowers, a garden and a statue or sculpture
Coimbra University featuring a sunset and a square or plaza

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Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch

Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 126 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €95 per adult
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Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos Small Group Tour From Lisbon

Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos Small Group Tour From Lisbon

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €75 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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From Porto: Aveiro, Paiva Walkways, & Suspension Bridge Tour

From Porto: Aveiro, Paiva Walkways, & Suspension Bridge Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €108 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class – Bainharia

Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class – Bainharia

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €35 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Porto Mountains in 4x4-Small Group

Porto Mountains in 4x4-Small Group

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was €69 and current price is €66 per adult
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What to do in Centro

Popular places to visit

Costa Nova Beach as well as a couple

Costa Nova Beach

Take photographs of yourself in front of the brightly painted candy-striped houses that line the shore behind the picturesque sandy beach.

Costa Nova Beach
Nazare Beach featuring surf, general coastal views and rocky coastline

Nazaré Beach

Surfers and sun worshippers are drawn to the golden sands, great restaurants and big waves of this popular beach, located in a pretty historic town.

Nazaré Beach
Praia do Lagido

Praia do Lagido

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Praia do Lagido might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Baleal.

Praia do Lagido
Sao Martinho do Porto Beach

Sao Martinho do Porto Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Sao Martinho do Porto Beach during your travels in Sao Martinho do Porto?

Sao Martinho do Porto Beach
Foz do Arelho Beach

Foz do Arelho Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Foz do Arelho Beach during your travels in Foz do Arelho? Stroll along the seaside or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Foz do Arelho Beach
Nazare showing surf, rugged coastline and general coastal views

Nazaré Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Nazaré when you take a trip to Nazaré Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Nazaré Lighthouse
Obidos Castle featuring heritage architecture and a castle

Obidos Castle

One of the most famous buildings in Portugal, this imposing castle is a fine example of medieval architecture and a highlight of a historic town.

Obidos Castle
Barra Beach showing general coastal views, a lighthouse and a sunset

Barra Beach

Lounge on the soft sands, surf the Atlantic waves and enjoy tasty seafood at this broad and spacious stretch of golden sand.

Barra Beach
Coimbra University featuring a sunset and a square or plaza

Coimbra University

Enjoy the views from the bell tower and visit the Baroque library in the former prison on the campus of one of Europe’s oldest universities.

Coimbra University

Areas of Centro

Velha Cathedral featuring landscape views, heritage elements and a city

Coimbra City Centre

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Historical sites, river views and bars are some highlights of Coimbra City Centre. Make a stop by Santa Cruz Church or Old Cathedral of Coimbra while you're exploring.

Coimbra City Centre
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Casalinho

While visiting Casalinho, you might make a stop by sights like Obidos Lagoon and Praia do Bom Sucesso.

Casalinho
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Serra da Pescaria

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Serra da Pescaria and surrounding area, you can visit Nazaré Port and Nazaré Beach.

Serra da Pescaria
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Vale Furado

If you're spending some time in Vale Furado, Vale Furado Beach and Mina Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Vale Furado
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Peniche de Cima

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Peniche de Cima might not have many top sights, but Peniche Beach and Fortaleza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Peniche de Cima
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Castelo do Bode

While Castelo do Bode isn't home to many top sights, Castelo de Bode Dam and Aldeia Do Mato River Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Castelo do Bode
Badajoz

Badajoz

Sandeman Cellars featuring heritage architecture and interior views

Vila Nova de Gaia

Leiria

Leiria

Coimbra which includes a sunset, a river or creek and landscape views

Coimbra

Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

Nazare which includes a sandy beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Nazaré

Fátima

Fátima

Miradouro de Santa Luzia which includes a coastal town and a lake or waterhole

Lisbon District