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University of Coimbra Walking Tour

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Private tour
University of Coimbra Walking Tour
4.9  / 593 reviews
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Take a tour of the University of Coimbra, the oldest Portuguese university, with guides who studied and worked here. Learn all about the incredible history and hidden gems of this university.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
Portuguese, English
Private group

Experience

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Porta Férrea

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    University of Coimbra

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (95 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Porta Férrea

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Admire the stunning architecture of some of the university's most notable buildings
  • Learn the history of the university, with guides who studied at the University of Coimbra
  • Appreciate the insight of a knowledgeable, English-speaking guide
  • Visit the Royal Palace, St. Michel's Chapel, and Joanina Library

Full description

Visit one of the oldest universities in the world (and the oldest university in Portugal). Founded originally in 1290, the University of Coimbra has occupied its spot in the city of Coimbra since 1537. Hear about the ways it shaped modern Portugal. Accompany your knowledgeable guide to the Royal Palace, Chapel of St. Miguel, Joanina Library, Academic Prison and other highlights. Go deeper than the average tourist with stops throughout the old university area.

Includes

  • Tickets to the University of Coimbra
  • Professional tour guide
  • Food and drinks

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Meeting point

Meet in front of the Iron Gate; the official name is Porta Férrea.

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 93 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
    5/5

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Thomas – United StatesSeptember 20, 2024  – Verified booking
The tour was excellent and our guide João was exceptional. He explained not only what we were seeing, but also the historical background.
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Elizabeth – United StatesSeptember 26, 2024  – Verified booking
This was a fantastic tour. To see the university with a previous student and an art history major was a real treat. João was friendly, easy to talk to, considerate and extremely knowledgeable. I feel that the value far exceeded what we paid.
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Richard – FranceSeptember 5, 2024  – Verified booking
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and was able to give us an excellent tour
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Product ID: 238287

Activity provider:Archer Tours - Walk & Talk with us

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