Coimbra City Centre Travel Guide
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Visit Coimbra City Centre
Popular places to visit

Coimbra University
Enjoy the views from the bell tower and visit the Baroque library in the former prison on the campus of one of Europe’s oldest universities.

Santa Cruz Church
Examine the range of Manueline and Romanesque architecture and inspect the artworks in the final resting place of two kings.

Old Cathedral of Coimbra
One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.

Biblioteca Joanina
Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.

New Cathedral of Coimbra
New Cathedral of Coimbra is just one of the places to see in Sé Nova, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Jardim da Manga
This small garden centers on an old fountain, believed to be one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture in Portugal.
Things to do

Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip

Coimbra Top Attractions Walking Tour

Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.

Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
Top hotels in Coimbra City Centre

Hotel Mondego
If you are considering this hotel, dont doubt. It is a great choice! The hotel is modern. The room is large and very comfortable. The bed was large and super comfy. Couldn’t really fault it. The location is perfect - located close to the old town and all the restaurants. We enjoyed our night in Coimbra ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Location
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Hotel Oslo
Breakfast included, parking included.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Hotel Astoria
It’s an old time charm. Antique elevator, wooden panelled dining room, and antique furnitures. We wondered around and enjoyed the floor and old photos displayed. Reception and staff are kind and professional. Great breakfast, lush towels, hot and good flow of water. The location is great too. However, ...
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra
Clean room but weird setup. It's "book" themed so there are stone "books" all over the walls of the shower, bathroom, etc. Even the floor had a stone "rug" and the large vanity (which had very little space for toiletries) was made of stone. Strangely enough, both the shower stall and the toilet stall ...
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

ibis Coimbra Centro
Great location. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

