Private Tour

Coimbra Private Tour

Discover Coimbra and one of the oldest universities in the world with a local guide who studied there.

Highlights

★Explore the University of Coimbra

★Visit the Joanina Library

★See São Miguel Chapel

★Visit the Royal Palace

★Discover the Old Cathedral and Santa Cruz church

About the Tour

Learn about the university’s role in Portuguese history and its unique traditions: Coimbra Fado, the Rasganço and the lively Queima das Fitas.

We visit the Old Cathedral, a fortress-church, walk the historic streets and Jewish past of the city, and see Santa Cruz church, resting place of Afonso Henriques, Portugal’s first king.

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Itinerary

A 3-hour walk through the upper town.

1Porta Férrea→2University→3Joanina Library→4Old Cathedral→5Santa Cruz Church

Duration

3 Hours

Languages

English, Portuguese

Meeting Point

In front of Porta Férrea

Included

✓Private local guide (former university student)

✓Entrance ticket to the Joanina Library

✓Personal insurance

Not Included

✕Pick-up and drop-off

✕Any private expenses

✕Tips (at your discretion)

Who Is It For?

For anyone who wants to discover the student city and its historic university.

A private tour for all ages.

Good to Know

•Wear comfortable shoes and clothing

•We recommend bringing a bottle of water

•Hats are not allowed inside churches

•The tour may be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions

General Information

Calendar

Every day

Group

Minimum 2 people (private)

Prices

From €80 per person

Groups

[email protected]

Cancellation

Free up to 24h before

Frequently Asked Questions

In which languages is the tour available?

Our tours run in English or Portuguese. For Spanish, French or another language, please contact us at [email protected].

Is this tour suitable for families?

Yes. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Can I book for a larger group?

Yes. For groups of more than 12 people, email us at [email protected] and we will prepare a tailored proposal.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. After that, the tour can be rescheduled or turned into a voucher valid for 365 days. Tours cancelled due to weather are fully refunded.