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Coimbra Old City Tour

Coimbra, a World Heritage Site since 2013, a city of history and traditions, is inevitably associated with its famous university (one of the oldest in Europe) and library. The city has a vast and significant historical heritage, with distant origins (Roman, Jewish, Muslim, and the beginnings of Portugal...) On our tour we will talk a lot about Coimbra's past, but also about its traditions and typical products. . There is much, much to see. Itinerary: Dom Dinis Square, Botanical Garden, Palace of the Schools, Roman ruins (interior visit. (if the tour takes place on Monday, the interior visit will be to the medieval cathedral. The ruins are closed on that day), Old Cathedral (exterior), Quebra Costas, 8 de Maio Square, Commerce Square, Largo da Portagem (end of the tour).

Details and Prices

Tour Guide
Our English speaking, local, licensed Tour Guides
Duration
ca. 3 hours
Languages
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese
Price
  • 6-10 people: €33-17/person
  • 5 people: €33/person
  • 4 people: €40/person
  • 3 people: €53/person
  • 2 people: €79/person
  • 1 person: €155
Included
A licensed local tour guide.
Private guided tour tailored to your interests and preferences.
Insider tips and local recommendations.
Excluded
University Library (visit requires time slot)

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We offer private guided tours only, it is not possible to join other groups.
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Why Choose GoNativeGuide?

In English
All our guides speak English at a very high level, removing any language barriers.
Private Tours
We offer private tours only. It is exclusively for you, your family, friends, colleagues or the people you invited.
Tailored For You
We customize your tour to match your interests, pace, schedule and preferences.
Verified Guides
All our guides are local, licensed, verified professionals who are passionate about their city and culture.
Families Welcome
Our tours are perfect for families with children. Our guides adapt the experience to keep everyone engaged and entertained.
Insider Tips
Our guides will show you the main sights as well as hidden gems. They are happy to share the latest insider tips and recommendations about their city.
Highly Rated
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Tour Guides in Coimbra

Get to know our 1 tour guides in Coimbra.

Joao
Joao

Hello! My name is João and I'm from Coimbra. I was born in Coimbra and graduated in Anthropology in the same city. I am a certified professional tour guide. I love my job! I love meeting people, helping them learn about our history and traditions, and being creative, taking tourists to places that are often unknown. My tours have a strong historical component.

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Coimbra Frequently Asked Questions

We have collected the answers for you for some of the frequently asked questions from our visitors in Coimbra.

No. It’s understandable that there’s some confusion; both belong to the district of Coimbra and are located just a few kilometers apart. Both share a common connection to certain civilizations, including the Romans, and Coimbra’s development is also linked to the decline of Conimbriga. But Coimbra is a city with thousands of years of history, boasting attractions from various eras, most notably its famous university. It has a very vibrant academic and university life. Conimbriga, on the other hand, is a fascinating archaeological site, also with centuries of history. It is the best-preserved Roman city in the country, though it has been uninhabited since the 10th century.

Yes, the tours in Coimbra and Coimbriga are private tours. Gonativeguide's friendly local tour guides offer private, guided tours fully tailored to your taste.

If you want to visit Coimbriga by car, the eaiest is to park at the free parking next to the Conimbriga National Museum.

In Coimbra, parking isn’t always easy. The historic center doesn’t have many parking options. On weekends, parking at the university is relatively easy. But it’s always easier on the other side of town near the university stadium or the Santa Clara a Velha monastery. As an alternative to driving, Coimbra has good public transportation (trains and buses). There are frequent departures from Lisbon and Porto heading to Coimbra .

Other Tours in Coimbra

Conimbriga Walking Tour: The Fascinating Roman City In Portugal
Conimbriga Walking Tour: The Fascinating Roman City In Portugal
Located between Porto and Lisbon, and just a few minutes from Coimbra, Conimbriga, a true gem of Roman heritage, currently the largest Roman city in Portugal and in the good state of preservation. On this tour, we will explore this wonderful archaeological site, its museum, and the nearby village, built on the ruins of ancient Conimbriga, where the arches of the amphitheater are still visible.
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