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Experience Coimbra your way on a private, fully customizable walking tour tailored to your interests. You set the pace and pick the sights, meaning no two tours are exactly alike.
Choose your route: Pick specific historical stops across the Upper (Alta) and Lower (Baixa) towns.
Pick your duration: Select a flexible 2, 3, or 4-hour experience based on your schedule.
Select your sights: Opt for the famous Joanina Library, Roman ruins, or scenic riverwalks.
Set your pace: Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide without the rush of a large group.
Please note that exact timings and visited monuments will vary based on the options you choose on the day.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your private guide directly in the center of the square next to the large stone monument and statue of Joaquim António de Aguiar, right across from the main Coimbra Tourism Office.
Itinerary
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1Biblioteca Joanina
Stop 1 — The University of Coimbra Option A: The Classic Scholar — Visit the breathtaking 18th-century Joanina Library, St. Michael's Chapel, and the Royal Palace to see where Portugal's oldest university began.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Option B: Science & Views — Climb the iconic University Tower for panoramic views of the city, followed by a walk through the historic Science Museum and its vintage scientific instruments.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Jardim Botânico da Universidade de Coimbra
Option C: The Botanical Retreat — Enjoy a relaxed, historical walk through the 18th-century Botanical Garden of the University, focusing on the historic aqueduct and exotic flora.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Old Cathedral of Saint Mary of Coimbra
Stop 2 — The Historic Center & Cathedrals Option A: Sé Velha (Old Cathedral) — Explore this imposing Romanesque fortress-cathedral, famous for its grand cloister and its role as the traditional center of Coimbra Fado student serenades.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Option B: Sé Nova (New Cathedral) — Discover the grand Baroque and Mannerist architecture of the Jesuit-built New Cathedral located in the upper town.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Option C: Roman Underground — Skip the cathedrals and dive into the Machado de Castro National Museum to walk through the incredible Cryptoporticus (Roman underground corridors) beneath the city.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Santa Cruz Church
Stop 3 — Baixa / Downtown Coimbra Option A: Royal Tombs at Santa Cruz — Walk through the historic Almedina gateway down to the Santa Cruz Monastery, where the first two kings of Portugal are buried, admiring its stunning Manueline architecture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Option B: Praça do Comércio & Local Life — Wind through medieval alleys to the bustling Commerce Square. Hear stories of old merchant guilds, traditional student life, and locate hidden, local Fado houses.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Option C: Mondego Riverwalk — Take a scenic stroll along the banks of the Mondego River, crossing the Pedro e Inês footbridge while learning the famous, tragic royal love story of King Pedro and Inês de Castro.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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