Coimbra City Centre
Coimbra





Visit 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.

Santa Cruz Church
Examine the range of Manueline and Romanesque architecture and inspect the artworks in the final resting place of two kings.

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.

Biblioteca Joanina
Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.

Museu Nacional Machado de Castro
Appreciate the magnificent architecture of the former Bishop’s Palace, see religious sculptures and delve into an eerie Ancient Roman corridor.

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 Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip
Top hotels in Coimbra City Centre

Hotel Mondego
Clean, helpful staff, great location.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hotel Oslo
Clean room, fantastic breakfast , great view from the rooftop terrace. Good overall location.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra
Very nice room. Incredible decoration’s
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

NH Coimbra Dona Inês
The rooms were clean, small but location was convenient. The staff were very courteous and very helpful, they showed us what to check out etc.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Well located, friendly staff and warming facilities
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

ibis Coimbra Centro
Pleasant view, nice room,
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026



