The northern central region of Portugal is teeming with village towns that display a magnificent rural atmosphere, and Tarouca is not exception. Located about 80kms east of Porto, Tarouca boasts a selection of historical attractions, which attract a surprisingly moderate number of tourists each year. Exploring the town can be achieved with car hire at Tarouca.

Tarouca rests about one kilometre from the N226, which then connects the village to the E801, located some five kilometres from Tarouca. As a result, getting to the town is actually quite effortless. Lamego is located near the E801 – N226 exit, and is the largest city in the region.

Those visitors looking to stay overnight in Tarouca have only a small number of hotels to choose from. Even the towns around Tarouca, with the exception of Lamego, have only a very limited choice for visitors. The most popular option for the Tarouca hotels on offer is the bed and breakfast cottage. Car rental at Tarouca can provide transport from the hotel to a desired attraction.

The city of Tarouca is actually renowned in the north of Portugal as being the gateway to one of the most beautiful sceneries in the country. Tarouca sits at the head of a spectacular valley, which boasts breathtaking rugged walls and vegetation. Tarouca is also well-known for its wonderful rural lifestyle.

Visitors can also see the spectacular old convent of Sao Joao de Tarouca, which houses the famous tomb of Pedro de Barcelos. Day trips into the surrounding countryside is possible with cheap car hire at Tarouca.