Coimbra City Centre
Coimbra





Visit Coimbra City Centre
Popular places to visit

Coimbra University
Enjoy the views from the bell tower and visit the Baroque library in the former prison on the campus of one of Europe’s oldest universities.

Biblioteca Joanina
Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.

Old Cathedral of Coimbra
One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.

Jardim da Manga
This small garden centers on an old fountain, believed to be one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture in Portugal.

Santa Cruz Church
Examine the range of Manueline and Romanesque architecture and inspect the artworks in the final resting place of two kings.

New Cathedral of Coimbra
New Cathedral of Coimbra is just one of the places to see in Sé Nova, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Things to do

Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip

Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

Full Day Tour from Porto to Coimbra and Aveiro with River Cruise

Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
Top hotels in Coimbra City Centre

Hotel Oslo
Good breakfast options. Clean room
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Hotel Mondego
Perfect location and friendly staff
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Centrally located and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

NH Coimbra Dona Inês
Yes
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra
Yes
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Solar Antigo Luxury Coimbra
Super clean room And the nicest staff
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
