Coimbra is a historic, cultured beauty! Discover the medieval capital of Portugal for over a hundred years, which is home to the country’s greatest university. Coimbra wears its weighty importance in Portuguese history with dignity.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 6 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, Portuguese
- Pickup included
- Pickup at your hotel.
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Discover the country's greatest university and its magnificent library
- Admire the beautiful historic town center on the east bank of the "Rio Mondego"
- Visit the city center always full of students and where you can listen to Portuguese guitar and fado singers
Full description
During this private tour you can admire this atmospheric, beautiful historic town set in a lovely landscape on the east bank of the Rio Mondego. This city is a multicolored collage of buildings spanning nearly a millennium.
You will have the opportunity to visit the city center, explore narrow streets that hide love stories of thousands of students, see gardens, convents, monasteries and listen to the haunting metallic notes of the guitarra (Portuguese guitar) and the full, deep voices of fado singers.
Coimbra is also the site of a unique event in Portuguese history: the forbidden love story between Pedro (the King's son) and Ines de Castro (a commoner). This story is the frequent subject of art, music and drama.
This private tour can be tailored according to your desires and time available.
Includes
- Coimbra expert guide
- Pick-up and drop off at your hotel
- Private car
- Entrance fees
- Visit to the University and library
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- You must keep social distance while in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
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What to bring
- Comfortable clothes
Not allowed
- Pets
Know before you go
- This tour is non-refundable
- Lunch is not included