• University of Coimbra - The tour starts near Porta Ferrea, where details about the Royal Palace, the Royal Chapel of São Miguel, and the Joanina Library will be shared. The tour includes viewing the exteriors of some faculties. Note that no buildings will be entered during this tour. Deleted entries.
• Se Nova Catedral de Coimbra - In addition to admiring the new cathedral, its history and some academic traditions that continue to occur in this space will be explained.
• Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) - This medieval cathedral in Coimbra has experienced various phases of construction and transformation. Its history, architecture, and styles will be discussed. This iconic location marks the start of the Burning of the Ribbons, the largest university celebration in the country.
• Fado ao Centro - The tour descends the steep Rua Quebra Costas towards the statue of Tricana, which was the focus of students’ attention and affectionate messages. Discover why Coimbra’s fado is exclusively sung by men.
• Torre de Almedina - The Almedina Tower was one of the most impressive towers and served as the main entrance to Coimbra’s medieval wall. Today, it is one of the few remaining parts of the wall, along with the Barbacã gate, that still stands, defying the passage of time.
• Praca do Comercio - Over the centuries, the Square of Commerce served as the “market square” where locals conducted most of their buying and selling. This medieval square features medieval streets and houses. Historic buildings such as the “Medieval House,” the Romanesque church of Santiago, the church of St. Bartholomew, and the old Royal Hospital (16th century) can be observed here.
• Igreja de Santa Cruz - The interior of the Church of Santa Cruz will be visited, where treasures like the Iberian organ, beautiful tiles, and, if no mass is occurring, the tombs of Portugal’s first two kings can be observed.

• Professional interpreter guide
• Church of Santa Cruz
• Guided foot visit

• Food, Drink and Souvenirs
• Monuments Tickets
• Private transportation

Explore on foot the most iconic sites of the city of Coimbra, including the University of Coimbra, Sé Nova, Sé Velha, Torre de Almedina, the historic city center, and the Church of Santa Cruz, all accompanied by a guide who is an expert in History, Art History, Tourism, and Cultural Heritage. Discover some of the traditions of Coimbra’s students and experience the city’s medieval mysticism firsthand.

Please note that entry into monuments is not included, except for the Church of Santa Cruz, provided there is no mass taking place.

If there are reservations in both Portuguese and English at the same time, the tour will be conducted in English unless a separate guide for each language can be arranged.

• Not recommended for people with reduced mobility

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.