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An ornate church interior with detailed tile work, a central altar, and a pipe organ. 4
A cozy interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a mural on the wall. 5
By Portugal Cultural Experience

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €69 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Explore the most complete private University of Coimbra tour
    • Visit the Joanina Library, Royal Palace and St. Michael's Chapel
    • Discover the University Museums and hidden academic treasures
    • Led by a local guide and University of Coimbra History graduate
    • Tailor the tour to your interests with a fully private experience

Activity location

    • Coimbra
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Praça Dom Dinis, 3000-393 Coimbra, Portugal | Please arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled start time and present your booking confirmation (digital or printed) to the guide upon arrival. The guide will be waiting next to the Statue of King Dinis and will identify guests by calling out the name used for the booking. The statue is one of the most popular starting points for University of Coimbra tours. Guests can also view photos and profiles of our Coimbra guides on our team page before the tour: https://portugalculturalexperience.pt/about/.
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

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Coimbra: Coimbra University Private Walking Tour w/ Tickets

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Price details
€69.00 x 1 Adult€69.00
Total
Price is €69.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private guided tour of the University of Coimbra
  • Inclusions
    Local guide and University of Coimbra History graduate
  • Inclusions
    Academic Museum admission ticket
  • Inclusions
    Personalised itinerary tailored to your interests
  • Inclusions
    Entry tickets to all included monuments and museums
  • Inclusions
    Joanina Library admission ticket
  • Inclusions
    Royal Palace admission ticket
  • Inclusions
    St. Michael's Chapel admission ticket
  • Inclusions
    Cabinet of Curiosities admission ticket
  • Inclusions
    Mineralogy Cabinet admission ticket
  • Inclusions
    Chemical Laboratory admission ticket
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Tips for the guide (optional)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Flash photography, Pets
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

  • Discover the University of Coimbra, Portugal's oldest university and one of Europe's oldest centres of learning. Founded in 1290 and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has shaped generations of students, scholars, and leaders for more than seven centuries.

    This is the most complete University of Coimbra tour, led by a local guide and History graduate with a deep connection to the university's traditions and heritage. As a private experience, the visit can be tailored to your interests, allowing you to explore both iconic landmarks and hidden treasures at your own pace.

    Step inside the magnificent Joanina Library, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful libraries in the world, and discover the fascinating stories behind its Baroque architecture, priceless books, and unique conservation methods. Explore the Royal Palace, once home to Portuguese kings, and admire the stunning St. Michael's Chapel with its remarkable azulejos and historic organ.

    Go beyond the highlights and uncover spaces missed by most visitors, including the Cabinet of Curiosities, the Academic Museum, the Mineralogy Cabinet, and the Chemical Laboratory (Laboratório Chimico). Discover rare scientific instruments, fascinating natural history collections, academic traditions, and curiosities accumulated over centuries of teaching and research. Along the way, learn about student rituals, university life, and the personalities who helped shape one of the world's most prestigious universities.

    With tickets included and a fully personalised approach, this experience offers the most comprehensive way to discover the University of Coimbra and its extraordinary academic heritage.

    The tour starts and ends at the Statue of King Dinis, the founder of the University of Coimbra, located in the heart of the historic university campus. Map Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ujNyJJd5UnjkkYzv8

Location

Activity location

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    • Coimbra
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Praça Dom Dinis, 3000-393 Coimbra, Portugal | Please arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled start time and present your booking confirmation (digital or printed) to the guide upon arrival. The guide will be waiting next to the Statue of King Dinis and will identify guests by calling out the name used for the booking. The statue is one of the most popular starting points for University of Coimbra tours. Guests can also view photos and profiles of our Coimbra guides on our team page before the tour: https://portugalculturalexperience.pt/about/.
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal