Private Customizable Walking Tour in Coimbra

Experience Coimbra your way on a private, fully customizable walking tour tailored to your interests. You set the pace and pick the sights, meaning no two tours are exactly alike. Choose your route: Pick specific historical stops across the Upper (Alta) and Lower (Baixa) towns. Pick your duration: Select a flexible 2, 3, or 4-hour experience based on your schedule. Select your sights: Opt for the famous Joanina Library, Roman ruins, or scenic riverwalks. Set your pace: Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide without the rush of a large group. Please note that exact timings and visited monuments will vary based on the options you choose on the day.

1. 1

   Biblioteca Joanina

   30 min

   Stop 1 — The University of Coimbra Option A: The Classic Scholar — Visit the breathtaking 18th-century Joanina Library, St. Michael's Chapel, and the Royal Palace to see where Portugal's oldest university began.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   30 min

   Option B: Science & Views — Climb the iconic University Tower for panoramic views of the city, followed by a walk through the historic Science Museum and its vintage scientific instruments.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   30 min

   Option C: The Botanical Retreat — Enjoy a relaxed, historical walk through the 18th-century Botanical Garden of the University, focusing on the historic aqueduct and exotic flora.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   30 min

   Stop 2 — The Historic Center & Cathedrals Option A: Sé Velha (Old Cathedral) — Explore this imposing Romanesque fortress-cathedral, famous for its grand cloister and its role as the traditional center of Coimbra Fado student serenades.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   30 min

   Option B: Sé Nova (New Cathedral) — Discover the grand Baroque and Mannerist architecture of the Jesuit-built New Cathedral located in the upper town.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   30 min

   Option C: Roman Underground — Skip the cathedrals and dive into the Machado de Castro National Museum to walk through the incredible Cryptoporticus (Roman underground corridors) beneath the city.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   30 min

   Stop 3 — Baixa / Downtown Coimbra Option A: Royal Tombs at Santa Cruz — Walk through the historic Almedina gateway down to the Santa Cruz Monastery, where the first two kings of Portugal are buried, admiring its stunning Manueline architecture.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   30 min

   Option B: Praça do Comércio & Local Life — Wind through medieval alleys to the bustling Commerce Square. Hear stories of old merchant guilds, traditional student life, and locate hidden, local Fado houses.

9. 9

   Stop 9

   30 min

   Option C: Mondego Riverwalk — Take a scenic stroll along the banks of the Mondego River, crossing the Pedro e Inês footbridge while learning the famous, tragic royal love story of King Pedro and Inês de Castro.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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