From 10 November to 31 December, a Christmas market is held at Rossio square in Viseu. You can shop for regional products and specialties displayed in charming wooden huts. A great opportunity to visit the city of Viseu, which is noted on the arts scene due to the Grão Vasco Museum and the Teatro Viriato.
The city and the region are famous for its wine (Dão Wine) and the Dão Wine institute, the Solar do Vinho do Dão is located in the city. There is also an annual agricultural fair, the Feira de São Mateus.
Local handicrafts include black pottery, bobbin lace, embroidery, and copper and wrought iron articles.