Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
Overview
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Visit all of Coimbra's main historical sites. This tour includes entry to JOANINA LIBRARY.
This tour is operated by RM Guided Tours Coimbra
This tour was created for people who want to delve deeper into the history of Coimbra. Our visit "Universidade de Coimbra skip-the-line guided tours", also linked to TripAdvisor, has been making clear the great interest and taste of visitors for the history and other aspects of the city. That's why we created this extension of the visit beyond the University of Coimbra.
The city of Coimbra has one of the most important histories in Portugal. Famous for its University, it is also very important for the history of the Portuguese nation as it was the first capital of the country. It is in this context that we will take a guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra; be prepared for a lot of walking and history.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Universita Di Coimbra
We will start the visit to the city of Coimbra through the University, we will visit the Paço das Escolas, the Joanina Library, São Miguel Chapel and the Royal Palace).
Se Nova Catedral de Coimbra
We will pass by the Sé Nova Cathedral and continue our visit through the historic part of the city.
What‘s Included
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UC + City in Spanish
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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Guided visit to the University and city of Coimbra.
Reviews
377 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Filipe was amazing! He...
Emily H,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Filipe was amazing! He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so many interesting stories and facts! He also gave great recommendations for local bakeries, restaurants, and pastries to try!
Gorgeous day in Coimbra
Stacia P,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Renan was a living history book! Amazing to receive a tour by a PhD student. He was able to bring alive the Portugal from the 1100s to today!
Very good information and history
V9978TKbrookep,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Personalized tour with amazing guide who had so much knowledge about coimbra and Portugal history. Got a good recommendation for lunch too
Excellent experience, a...
Camille L,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience, a highlight of my first trip to Portugal! Our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly, had a nice sense of humor. Loved visiting the university, especially the library (the bats and cats! 💜). What I learned in this tour about the university and the city actually helped me understand other places as well. Really worth it!
Very good Tour.
Adeline S,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The University is at the highest point of the city. Great view and so much history. I am so glad I went to the library. I have never seen anything like it.
Enriching visit
Pierre A,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide gave us good information on all aspects of the monuments and their history. I highly recommend this visit.
A great introduction to Coimbra
Diana D,,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A thorough orientation to the medieval old town Coimbra and the University. Our guide, Felipe, was knowledgeable and willing to answer any questions we had. The University's history is very interesting. Would highly recommend this tour; it is a great introduction to the city. Be prepared for many stairs and inclines/slopes!
And enjoyable history tour of the University - tickets included!
Dreamer04581582170,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great to spend the afternoon with Filipe learning about Coimbra University history and customs. From the pre-tour communication throughout the tour he was informative, thoughtful and interesting. I learned a lot! For me the highlight was the old library, but the chapel was also very interesting, as well as the stories of student life, both long ago and contemporary. Recommended.
Excellent tour and fantastic guide!
Rosemary R,,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Filipe was a fantastic guide! He answered all our questions. He reached out before the tour & suggested things for after
Renan the Historian
Rebecca N,,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Renan, was outstanding. His mastery of history was amazing. He is a genius and master storyteller. We give this tour our highest rating!!
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