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An ornate library with tall bookshelves, a red carpet, and a central painting. 1
A statue in the center of a roundabout with buildings on either side. 2
An ornate church interior with detailed tile work, a central altar, and a pipe organ. 3
A cozy interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a mural on the wall. 4
A ceiling with ornate, colorful patterns and a central emblem. 5
By Portugal Cultural Experience

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $216 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Immerse yourself in the history and academic traditions of the University
    • Enjoy a private tour with a guide who is a former student of the university
    • Visit the most popular spots on campus as well as some lesser-known ones
    • Personalise your experience by challenging the guide with your interests

Activity location

    • Coimbra
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Praça Dom Dinis, 3000-393 Coimbra, Portugal | The guides will be near the statue of King Dinis and will identify themselves by calling out the names of the customers. The Coimbra guides can be identified at https://portugalculturalexperience.pt/about/.
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

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Coimbra: Coimbra University Private Walking Tour w/ Tickets

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Price details
CA $216.38 x 1 AdultCA $216.38
Total
Price is CA $216.38
Until Sun, Aug 2

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private guided tour by former students. Visit to the most visited places and lesser-known spots at the University of Coimbra. Personalised experience based on interests. Full entrance tickets to the University included, including the Joanina Library, Royal Palace, Chapel of São Miguel, Chemical Laboratory, Cabinet of Curiosities and Academic Museum.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transfers.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and drinks.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Flash photography, Pets
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Discover the oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in Europe, founded in the 13th century. Even today it is one of the most prestigious and recognised universities in the world. Discover the history, heritage, and academic traditions on a private guided tour by former students of this ancient educational institution, which has been recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 2013.

Enjoy a complete private tour, where you'll have the opportunity to visit the places at the University of Coimbra most visited by tourists and other lesser-known places, to get the best out of your view. As the tour is private, challenge the guide with your personal tastes and interests and they will do everything they can to personalise your experience.

It's a circular route that begins and ends next to the statue of King Dinis, the king of Portugal who founded the University of Coimbra https://maps.app.goo.gl/ujNyJJd5UnjkkYzv8

Location

Activity location

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    • Coimbra
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Praça Dom Dinis, 3000-393 Coimbra, Portugal | The guides will be near the statue of King Dinis and will identify themselves by calling out the names of the customers. The Coimbra guides can be identified at https://portugalculturalexperience.pt/about/.
    • Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal