University of Coimbra guided tours without queue

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

RM Guided Tours Coimbra was born from the idea of transforming visits to the University of Coimbra into a unique experience, transforming the guided tour into a pleasant experience of knowledge and cultural enrichment in an interesting way. Therefore, in our company, we always seek to combine the beautiful history of the University of Coimbra with the present and its customs that permeate our institution to this day. This has all been made possible by the training we have in the areas of history, sociology and tourism. Our employees are former students of the University of Coimbra, which brings great appreciation and knowledge to our services.

If you like the idea of continuing your visit to the city of Coimbra, you can book our other tour, just search Tripdavisor for "Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra"

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Tickets

Private transportation

What To Expect

Universita Di Coimbra

The guided tour of the University of Coimbra includes: - School Hall - Joanine Library - St. Michael's Chapel - Royal Palace (Sala dos Capelos)

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Biblioteca Joanina

The visit of the Joanina Library is scheduled every twenty minutes. There is a library viewing time of maximum 10 minutes and no photos are allowed inside.

10 minutes • Admission Included

Options

University Tour in English

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Tickets

ESP - University of Coimbra

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Tickets

Reviews

4.94

513 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

492

Wonderful
Paul G,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Filipe was wonderful, very knowledgeable, friendly, professional, answered all questions. On time and very attentive
Exceptional experience
rodneyr790,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Exceptional tour! Renan is knowledgable, personable, and made the entire experience both educational and entertaining. We would take the tour again, if we knew Renan would be the guide! Great way to spend our first morning in Coimbra, so we could fully appreciate the city while we are here.
Experience Joanina Coimbra!
fbschuh,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Philippe took us through the old library and we loved it. He spoke fluent English and very good French. He was most interesting would love us! With his nice nature we could learn a lot about the history of the university and the library. We would have stayed with him for many more hours!
Visit Coimbra! It’s worth the climb!
Jet17110784979,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Wonderful city! I mistimed how long the walk up to the University would take and missed my appointment at the Joanina Library, but the very kind guide let me come back for the last tour of the day and they had a no show so I did get to see the incredible library! Don’t miss it! My second favorite thing was the Gabineta de Curiosidades which was fantastic! I loved everything I saw, the Royal Palace, the Chapel, the science museum, really everything there was steeped in history and yet so alive. My friends also loved it. I want badly to return someday and spend more time there. The site has an amazing feel to it, and the people who get to actually attend school at this fascinating university are so lucky! The only sad thing was that I wish they had a way to provide ADA access.
Great tour
claire B,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We were in a small tour which was excellent. Our guide Filipe was terrific, knowledgeable and clear to understand. Such a great an interesting place , especially the library.
Short Walking Tour of University
Lorraine P,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Guide was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything in detail. His English was also excellent. The tour was sufficient to explain Coimbra Universities campus.
A great place to visit for insights and food
Dmkolb,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
It was lovely. The University was interesting and seeing the students in graduation garb was enchanting. And the dinners at the hotel we stayed at in Coimbra were excellent.
Enjoy our tour at Coimbra university
Dave S,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Hi, We got a nice tour of Coimbra university with Filipe. Good tour guide. He shared with us a lot of info since he was a former student there. The audio equipment was really cool. I recommend Filipe anytime. Dave
Highly recommended, worth touring accompanied by a guide
Mariela R,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It is worth touring the university accompanied by a guide (Felipe) who so passionately tells the story and every detail of the place.
Excellent
andrewgW1815KO,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Renan was a fantastic guide! He is very knowledgeable and can recall seemingly endless historical information. There wasn’t a question asked that he didn’t have an in-depth answer for. He made the history of the University far more interesting than we expected it to be. The library is mystifying. I definitely recommend this tour because you will get so much more out of your visit to Coimbra.