Coimbra Adventure Discovery and Learning with a Local
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Founded by the Romans as "Aeminium", Coimbra buzzes with life till today. We'll gather downtown near the river, where the music of street performers meets the daily hustle of one of Coimbra's most iconic streets. Surrounded by small streets that weave in and out of the main road, you'll learn about the churches and the stories they keep within their walls. We'll get to know these places more intimately, and we'll stop for a coffee or a snack along the way. Up the hilly way we go to take in view and get acquaintance with the University, academic culture in Coimbra, and its many quirks. After getting to know the University we'll make our way just down the road by the impressive Roma aqueduct, and enter the country's most important botanical garden where you'll learn of its origins and relevance that it still holds today. The plaza where the students gather in the late afternoons, by entrance of the magical Mermaid Garden, awaits you at the end of your journey. - What are you waiting for?
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please bring water in the Summer months.
What To Expect
Largo da Portagem
The introduction to our tour, letting us place ourselves in the geography of Portugal and in its secularized present.
Igreja de Santa Cruz
Among other churches prior to this one, we'll check out the interior of Santa Cruz and talk about the historical figures that studied here, and the kings whose remains rest within its walls.
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Coimbra Adventure Discovery and Learning with a Local
What‘s Included
A comprehensive exploration of Coimbra
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Definitely worth it.
haroldvanderwerve,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were lucky to get a private terrace. The guide told freely. Many interesting things heard and seen.
Great experience
colesS1636WN,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent way to learn about the city, there is plenty of things that are easy to miss if you don't have someone knowledgeable to show it. Cannot recommend this tour enough, the guide was delightful to be around.
Phenomenal tour of Coimbra and great tour guide
Z1623AMterencem,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Choosing to do a tour of the city with João was the best decision we could have made in our trip to Coimbra! He was phenomenal and went above and beyond to make sure we had a fun experience in the city, from showing us around, explaining all the details about the monuments we saw, and giving us great restaurant reccomendations. The tour covered a lot of history and this tour definitely contributed to my vacation being unforgettable.
Sat afternoon in Coimbra
kate C,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This walk and discovery is informative and interesting. Marta was knowledgeable about the history and passionate about sharing it.
A city full of traditions and good food
Mariaisabel C,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a cloudy day but we walked a lot My guide , Marta, knew coimbra’s históry and was very kind Be careful with the staircases , up and Down all over the city
João was very...
Alexander R,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00João was very knowledgeable and added a lot of personal experiences to the tour. He’s a very social person and very easy to talk with about many different topics.
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