Coimbra City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Coimbra City Centre
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.
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.
Jardim da Manga
This small garden centers on an old fountain, believed to be one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture in Portugal.
New Cathedral of Coimbra
Find out about the history of Sé Nova when you take a trip to New Cathedral of Coimbra. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Activities
Full Day Tour from Porto to Coimbra and Aveiro with River Cruise
NZ$186
per adult
Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip
NZ$25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
NZ$133
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
University of Coimbra guided tours without queue
NZ$117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Coimbra City Centre Hotel Deals
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Av. Fernão de Magalhães 199, Coimbra
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Edificio Chiado ...
7.6/10 Good! (659 reviews)
"Good value for the price"
Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025
Vila Galé Coimbra
Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 20, Coimbra
The price is NZ$223 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$223
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (918 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, amazing restaurant, great staff!"
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Hotel Mondego
Largo das Ameias, n3-5, Coimbra, COIMBRA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (561 reviews)
"Such a lovely property. Very clean and accessible. Location was pretty much in the hub of activity and was very close to most of the attractions we visited. Staff was kind and very helpful. If I come back to Coimbra, I would absolutely come back here to stay!"
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Hotel Oslo
Av. Fernão de Magalhães, 25, Coimbra
The price is NZ$205 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$205
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Very helpful staff! Thanks a lot for umbrella and taxi in this raining morning! :)"
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Zero Box Lodge Coimbra
Av. Emídio Navarro 45, Coimbra, Coimbra
The price is NZ$136 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$136
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (187 reviews)
"Small compact room, was perfect for my one night stay. Good location, walkable to nearby attractions, Museum/Restaurants/ Mondengo River/University Not sure if a tall person would be comfortable staying here. I'm only 5'1""
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra
27 Largo da Portagem, Coimbra
The price is NZ$213 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$213
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Museu da Cidade Edifício Chiado and Almedina ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
"All the hotel staff, and especially Helena, were friendly and helpful. The rooms are uniquely decorated in a cool and unique ‘marble library’ motif. The shower works great and the bed is comfortable. The location is convenient to the university and the rail station. One critique: the water closet ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
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.