Coimbra Walking Tour

Visit, on foot, the most iconic sites of the city of Coimbra, such as the University of Coimbra, Sé Nova, Sé Velha, Torre de Almedina, the historic center of the city and the church of Santa Cruz, accompanied by a Guide, Expert in History, Art History, Tourism and Cultural Heritage. Get to know some of the traditions of Coimbra’s students and experience the city’s medieval mysticism live. You do not enter any monument, except the Church of Santa Cruz, if there is no Mass. If there are reservations in Portuguese and English for the same time, the visit will be made in English, if it is not possible to arrange a Guide for each language.

1. 1

   Universidade de Coimbra

   45 min

   Our visit begins near Porta Ferrea, we will know some details of the Royal Palace, the Royal Chapel of São Miguel and the Joanina Library, we will visit the outside of some faculties. On this tour we did not enter any building. Deleted entries.

2. 2

   Se Nova Catedral de Coimbra

   10 min

   Here in addition to observing the new cathedral, we will explain its history and some academic traditions that still take place in this space.

3. 3

   Se Velha De Coimbra

   20 min

   The medieval cathedral of the city of Coimbra, has undergone several stages of construction and transformation, we will explain its history, architecture and style(s). Emblematic space that marks the beginning of the Burning of Tape, the largest university party in the country.

4. 4

   Fado ao Centro

   8 min

   We went down the wretched Rua Quebra Costas, towards the statue of Tricana, which was the target of the attention and loving missives of the students. Discover why the fado of Coimbra is singing only by men.

5. 5

   Torre de Almedina

   Pass by

   The Almedina Tower was one of the most imposing towers and the main gateway to the medieval wall of the city of Coimbra. Today it is one of the few parts of the wall, along with the door of Barbacã, which still stand, resisting the weather of time.

6. 6

   Praca do Comercio

   15 min

   The Square of Commerce was, over the centuries, the “market square” where the locals made most of their sales and purchases. Here is a medieval square with medieval streets and medieval design houses. On the square we can observe historic buildings such as the "Medieval House", the Romanesque church of Santiago, church of St. Bartholomew or the old Royal Hospital (XVI century).

7. 7

   Igreja de Santa Cruz

   15 min

   We will visit the interior of the Church of Santa Cruz, where we will be able to observe jewels such as the Iberian organ, the beautiful tiles and, if there is no mass, we will be able to observe the tombs of the first two kings of Portugal.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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