Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
A walk through Coimbra's university and city, including entry to the Joanina Library.
- Rating on Viator
- 4.9 out of 5 from 407 reviews
- Duration
- 2–3 hours
- Guided in
- English
- Group size
- Up to 20 people
- Fitness level
- Moderate
- Children
- All ages
- Run by
- RM Tour
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Where the tour goes
- Universidade de Coimbra1 hr 30 min · entry included
- Se Nova Catedral de Coimbra
- Se Velha De Coimbra15 min
- Porta da Barbaca
- Igreja de Santa Cruz25 min
Stops as listed by the operator on Viator; the order can change on the day.
What to know before you book
Included
- Tickets
- Guides
Access
- Public transport nearby
Walking in Coimbra
Coimbra climbs a hill above the Mondego river to one of Europe's oldest universities, with its Baroque Joanina Library.
Terrain. Very steep; there is a public lift from the Baixa.
Library tickets. Joanina Library visits are timed; book ahead.
Read the full Coimbra walking guide or try the free self-guided walk.
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