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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Overview
Founded by the Romans as "Aeminium", Coimbra buzzes with life till today. We'll gather downtown near the river, where the music of street performers meets the daily hustle of one of Coimbra's most iconic streets. Surrounded by small streets that weave in and out of the main road, you'll learn about the churches and the stories they keep within their walls. We'll get to know these places more intimately, and we'll stop for a coffee or a snack along the way. Up the hilly way we go to take in view and get acquaintance with the University, academic culture in Coimbra, and its many quirks. After getting to know the University we'll make our way just down the road by the impressive Roma aqueduct, and enter the country's most important botanical garden where you'll learn of its origins and relevance that it still holds today. The plaza where the students gather in the late afternoons, by entrance of the magical Mermaid Garden, awaits you at the end of your journey. - What are you waiting for?
What's included
A comprehensive exploration of Coimbra
What to expect
Largo da Portagem
10m
The introduction to our tour, letting us place ourselves in the geography of Portugal and in its secularized present.
Igreja de Santa Cruz
15m
Among other churches prior to this one, we'll check out the interior of Santa Cruz and talk about the historical figures that studied here, and the kings whose remains rest within its walls.
Torre de Almedina
20m
What is Almedina and why is it so well guarded? The deeper we delve into Coimbra, the deeper we delve into its history and culture.
Se Velha De Coimbra
10m
After winding alleyways, we find ourselves in front of the most iconic cathedral in Coimbra, full of stories to tell.
Se Nova Catedral de Coimbra
10m
The priestly Order that had this 1700s cathedral built never got to see their own project finished. Who were they, and what caused them to be expelled from Portugal? Who made the call?
Universidade de Coimbra Alta & Sofia
20m
Lets walk through and talk about the history of one of the oldest still operating universities in the world.
Torre da Universidade de Coimbra
20m
A library, a church, a tower of four bells, a great plaza, an iron door full of student superstition, and the statue of a weak but caring king.
Escadas Monumentais
10m
Troubadour, Administrator, King- He faces toward the monumental stairs that overlook the city bellow. Who is this magnanimous figure?
Jardim Botanico
30m
The jade jewel of Coimbra that crowns her "capital of botanical studies". Under the shade of the canopy there are stories waiting to be told.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
We can meet in front of the statue at the center of Largo da Portagem.
End point
We'll end up our adventure under the old D. Sebastian's aqueduct, after visiting the Botanical Garden of Coimbra.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please bring water in the Summer months.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
