Coimbra City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Coimbra City Centre
Popular places to visit
Coimbra University
4.5/5(7 reviews)
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.
Biblioteca Joanina
4.5/5(4 reviews)
Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
4.5/5(2 reviews)
One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.
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
3.5/5(3 reviews)
This small garden centers on an old fountain, believed to be one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture in Portugal.
Santa Cruz Church
4/5(3 reviews)
Examine the range of Manueline and Romanesque architecture and inspect the artworks in the final resting place of two kings.
Activities
Coimbra Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
AU$8
per adult
Full Day Tour from Porto to Coimbra and Aveiro with River Cruise
AU$160
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip
AU$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine
AU$26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
AU$110
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Coimbra City Centre Hotel Deals
Hotel Oslo
Av. Fernão de Magalhães, 25 Coimbra
The price is AU$167 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$167
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Upper deck for drinks, overlooking city was great. Breakfast buffet was overcrowded, limited seating."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Hotel Mondego
Largo das Ameias, n3-5 Coimbra COIMBRA
The price is AU$179 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$179
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (739 reviews)
"Great location with the free bus shuttle to and from the Coimbra B station right in front of the hotel. Helpful staff Modern suites."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Av. Fernão de Magalhães 199 Coimbra
The price is AU$99 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$99
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Edificio Chiado and Centro ...
7.6/10 Good! (823 reviews)
"Great location, but the AC did not work in our first room, we changed rooms 3 times, but the staff were very helpful. So no complaining there. Loved the experience."
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
NH Coimbra Dona Inês
Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 12 Coimbra
The price is AU$175 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$175
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great service by staff, especially at the reception desk and bar. Breakfast not best quality, even though they offer a variety (i.e coffee at expresso machine and “bacon” not good). Location is a 20+ minute walk from main attractions such us pedestrian bridge Pedro and Ines. To go to university of ..."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Zero Box Lodge Coimbra
Av. Emídio Navarro 45 Coimbra Coimbra
The price is AU$119 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$119
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"Great breakfast, really helpful staff. Access to lockers to store your luggage before/after checkout. Fantastic vibe."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel
Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 20 Coimbra
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$216 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$216
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Very nice property. Great pool. Excellent breakfast buffet. Only negative was the pillows were too fat."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
