Private tour

University of Coimbra Walking Tour

4.9  / 598 reviews
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Private tour
University of Coimbra Walking Tour
4.9  / 598 reviews

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

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Elizabeth – United States

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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Elizabeth – United States
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Idie – United States

we were a party of 4 and we had a guide all to ourselves. he c was an x student there and incredibly knowledgeable. we could not have asked for a better guide!

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Idie – United States

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Porta Férrea

  • Timeline stop icon

    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 98 reviews

Review summary

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

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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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Idie – United StatesOctober 10, 2024  – Verified booking
we were a party of 4 and we had a guide all to ourselves. he c was an x student there and incredibly knowledgeable. we could not have asked for a better guide!
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Danielle – CanadaNovember 24, 2024  – Verified booking
This tour is a must do in Coimbra! We were fortunate to have Joao Archer take us around and provide detailed insights to the buildings and history of the university. He was very knowledgeable and also gave us little tidbits of student life. It provided us with a greater appreciation of the culture of the university.
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Product ID: 238287

Activity provider:Archer Tours - Walk & Talk with us

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