Coimbra City Centre
Coimbra





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.

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

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.

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

Museu Nacional Machado de Castro
Appreciate the magnificent architecture of the former Bishop’s Palace, see religious sculptures and delve into an eerie Ancient Roman corridor.
Things to do

Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip

Coimbra Top Attractions Walking Tour

Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
Coimbra City Centre Hotel Deals

Hotel Mondego
We stayed just one night and it was great. Beautiful room, spacious and great location.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Hotel Oslo
Nice location and the staff is really nice and friendly
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra
One of the best night's sleeps I've ever had in my life. Fantastic bed, very interesting bathroom setup that was novel. Fantastic breakfast that hit the spot
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Solar Antigo Luxury Coimbra
Very unique room, location is right near University and close to Main Street and old town, Staffa are very friendly, the breakfast is brought into the room, no fancy but good for what are needed in the morning, also the water and shower has multiple heads, with strong warm water it can be a good ...
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Friendly staff and nice rooms! The hotel is downtown, so it's in the middle of everything.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

NH Coimbra Dona Inês
Check in staff was great. Room was comfortable.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025


