Things to do in Santa Cruz

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.

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

Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.

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

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

Visit the museum for an explanatory film and explore the remaining parts of this nunnery that was often at risk of flooding.

Learn about the local history of Sé Nova with a stop at New Cathedral of Coimbra. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

This small garden centers on an old fountain, believed to be one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture in Portugal.

Appreciate the magnificent architecture of the former Bishop’s Palace, see religious sculptures and delve into an eerie Ancient Roman corridor.