Sé Nova Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Sé Nova
Where to stay in Sé Nova

Coimbra City Centre
Historical sites, river views and bars are some highlights of Coimbra City Centre. Make a stop by Santa Cruz Church or Old Cathedral of Coimbra while you're exploring.

Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
The room was clean and comfortable, and the hotel staff were exceptionally helpful throughout my visit. I also found the location to be terrific, as it was within walking distance of most attractions.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Hotel Oslo
Amazing staff could not get any better in frienliness,helpfilness and efficiency. Loved the roof top deck. Location is central at first it feels a bit grity8 but across street is a great b akery, a few feet away is a Farmacia, abit further ,very good self service laundry an 1 block away is the post ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Mondego
Thank you
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Entre Ruas Apartments
The apartment is in a historic area. Great location and walking distance to all major sites. We chose the apartment because it provided free parking, washing machine, AC and heater. Because it is in a historic site area there are NO ELEVATORS. We were up in the 4th floor. Take note of this when booking. ...
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

SOPHIA STUDIOS
Great location. Really nice setup. Would absolutely stay again.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Coimbra Vintage Lofts
Large loft with kitchen area. Awakened by toddler in adjoining room - thin walls. Not clearly communicated that we should go to the Hotel to check in - NOT to the address of the loft. Or that parking was 10 Eoros per night. Staff at the hotel were very helpful.
Reviewed on 3 May 2025
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.

Portugal dos Pequenitos
Embrace your inquisitive side, as you inspect the various homes, pavilions and monuments of this intriguing and fun miniature village.

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

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

Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha
Visit the museum for an explanatory film and explore the remaining parts of this nunnery that was often at risk of flooding.
Activities

Full Day Tour from Porto to Coimbra and Aveiro with River Cruise

Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip

Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.



