Coimbra City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
Biblioteca Joanina
Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.
Santa Cruz Church
Examine the range of Manueline and Romanesque architecture and inspect the artworks in the final resting place of two kings.
New Cathedral of Coimbra
Find out about the history of Sé Nova when you take a trip to New Cathedral of Coimbra. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Jardim da Manga
This small garden centers on an old fountain, believed to be one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture in Portugal.
Things to do
Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine
University of Coimbra guided tours without queue
Lousa Mountain Private Tour
Coimbra Private Walking Tour with U.C. Tickets Early Access
Coimbra Historic Center - Private visit
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Other neighbourhoods around Coimbra City Centre
Casal dos Balaus
Casal dos Balaus might not have many top sights, but Conímbriga Ruins and PO.RO.S - Portugal Roman Museum in Sicó are two attractions nearby that you can check out.