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Best of Coimbra Private Walking Tour with University Late Visit

Private guided walking tour of Coimbra's historic landmarks, university traditions, Moors and Christians, Inquisition, and Templar history

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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 2 hours - 3 hours

This personalised private walking tour of Coimbra is designed exclusively for you and your party. An expert guide will accompany you as you explore the city’s most iconic sites and walk beneath its ancient walls. Along the way you’ll hear intriguing tales of kings, scholars and monks that reveal Coimbra’s character as the City of Knowledge. Your guide will point out mysterious symbols hidden in the stonework and explain their meanings.

You’ll also uncover the stories behind the Moors and Christians and learn about the Inquisition’s place in local history. The tour will touch on the role of the Knights Templar in Portugal’s rise, and you’ll hear how the University was founded and how its ancient traditions shaped the city’s atmosphere. This is a personalised journey through Portugal’s past, focused on the insights and little-known details that bring Coimbra’s history to life.

Why Visit

  • Private expert guide for an exclusive personalized walking tour of Coimbra

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • University Historic Campus
  • Monastery of Sta. Cruz

Accessibility

  • Public transit links nearby

Tour available in your selected language

Portuguese
English
French
Spanish

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

A maximum of 6 participants per booking. Tour NOT shared with other travelers.

Not recommended for travelers with reduced mobility.

Location

Departure point

Praça 8 de Maio 36, Praça 8 de Maio 36, Coimbra, 3000-300
This tour starts inside the City Hall building lobby (Câmara Municipal de Coimbra). Please search for a tour guide, holding a sign saying: Coimbra Private Walking Tour. Address: Câmara Municipal de Coimbra Praça 8 de Maio 3000-300 Coimbra

End point

Biblioteca Joanina, Biblioteca Joanina, Coimbra, 3000-233
We will be finishing this tour in front of the exit door of the Baroque Library (Biblioteca Joanina).

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