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This isn't just a tour of Coimbra's landmarks—it's an introduction to the city's soul. Through history, local legends, academic traditions and everyday life, you'll discover how life feels in Coimbra.
Led in small groups, every experience is personal, interactive and designed to help you see the city through the eyes of someone who truly knows and loves it.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
I’ll be waiting for you in Praça 8 de Maio, easy to spot under a bright pink umbrella.
The tour ends at the University of Coimbra (former Royal Palace), right in front of the Joanina Library.
Itinerary
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1
Exterior visit to the University of Coimbra (former Royal Palace), including an exterior view of the Joanina Library. Please note that entry to the University buildings and the Joanina Library is not included.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Biblioteca Joanina
Exterior visit.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Se Nova Catedral de Coimbra
Exterior visit to the New Cathedral of Coimbra (Sé Nova), an impressive former Jesuit church whose grand façade tells the story of one of the most influential periods in the city's history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro
Exterior visit to the Machado de Castro National Museum, built above the ancient Roman Forum and home to one of the best-preserved Roman cryptoporticus structures in Europe.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Walk through the iconic Quebra-Costas Steps, one of Coimbra's most picturesque medieval streets, connecting the Upper Town with the historic city centre, where you'll uncover the fascinating legend behind its name.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Learn the story behind Coimbra Fado, one of Portugal's most distinctive musical traditions and an essential part of the city's identity.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Torre de Almedina
Exterior visit to the Almedina Tower, the former main gateway to medieval Coimbra and one of the city's most important reminders of its Islamic past.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Walk along Rua Visconde da Luz, where you'll discover Coimbra's traditional pastries and the stories behind some of the city's most beloved local sweets.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Largo da Portagem
Visit Largo da Portagem, one of Coimbra's most emblematic squares, and uncover the fascinating story behind the legendary "Friar Killer" statue.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Praca do Comercio
Explore Praça do Comércio, the historic heart of Coimbra's commercial life, and discover the Pelourinho, a powerful reminder of the city's medieval justice system and the era of the Inquisition.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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