Coimbra Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 1 more

Coimbra is the home to the country’s oldest and most prestigious university, dated from 1290 which makes it also one of the oldest in the World. It's the old capital of Portugal and a riverfront city steeped in history and architecture. Discover the university tradition that inspired Harry Potter's robes and partly Hogwarts. Admire its steeply stacked historic center dates to Moorish times, with its dark cobbled lanes and monumental cathedral. “Coimbra is a lesson”, says the famous Fado song that echoes through the eras. You will find out the origins of this Portuguese famous traditional music, all in the city where the founder of the Kingdom of Portugal was born.

What's Included

Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
Private guided Tour
Local Guide who will be with your group only
Gratuities
Entrance Fee

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
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Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    You will learn about: The Visigothic era The Christian Reconquista French troops The Peninsular War The Kingdom of Portugal You will see: Largo da Portagem Rua Ferreira Borges Arco de Almedina Old Cathedral of Coimbra University of Coimbra New Cathedral of Coimbra Jardim da Manga Santa Cruz Monastery Praça do Comércio

    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
Supplied by Global Guide Services

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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