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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Coimbra Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
NZ$20
per adult
Coimbra Top Attractions Walking Tour
NZ$10
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip
NZ$26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coimbra Walking Tour: University Small Group Tour with Tickets
NZ$109
per adult
Full Day Tour from Porto to Coimbra and Aveiro with River Cruise
NZ$196
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine
NZ$32
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Coimbra City Centre Hotel Deals
Hotel Oslo
Av. Fernão de Magalhães, 25 Coimbra
The price is NZ$229 per night from 20 June to 21 June
NZ$229
20 June - 21 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! (1,001 reviews)
"The rooftop terrace was delightful! Breakfast was excellent, with a good choice of dishes. Their coffee was superb! The location of the hotel and its proximity to its parking structure was great. Additionally, wonderful restaurants were just a few minutes walk away!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Av. Fernão de Magalhães 199 Coimbra
The price is NZ$122 per night from 7 June to 8 June
NZ$122
7 June - 8 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! (817 reviews)
"When we arrived, the room we had was awful, bathroom tiles/ grout were dirty and moldy. Toilet and sink were ok. Overall a dingy room. My friend went to front desk to see if we could have another room, she was told not possible, hotel was booked. We figured it just 2 nights, we’ll bare it. Off we ..."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hotel Mondego
Largo das Ameias, n3-5 Coimbra COIMBRA
The price is NZ$193 per night from 7 June to 8 June
NZ$193
7 June - 8 June
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (726 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Rooms are clean and staff are very helpful."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Zero Box Lodge Coimbra
Av. Emídio Navarro 45 Coimbra Coimbra
The price is NZ$144 per night from 14 June to 15 June
NZ$144
14 June - 15 June
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! (269 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Astoria
Avenida Emidio Navarro 21 Coimbra
The price is NZ$167 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$167
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (861 reviews)
"Spotless clean roon, awesome historic hotel. Lovely delicious breakfast. The kind lady at reception was so patient and helpful. Room had a beautiful terrace overlooking the river. Very quiet and comfortable room in this beautiful town. Very relaxing. Thank you to the staff at hotel Astoria"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel
Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 20 Coimbra
The price is NZ$300 per night from 7 June to 8 June
NZ$300
7 June - 8 June
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 ...
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.
