Portugal · COIMBRA TOURS
Good coimbra tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Hear Coimbra Fado in an intimate music house, learn its story from local performers, and share a glass of Port wine for $18.
“A taste of fado which was enjoyable and soulful. The glass of wine was a lively finish”
Tour Coimbra University, the Joanine Library, chapel, and royal palace with an English-speaking guide and skip-the-line entry.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable and had excellent English. We had the opportunity to be guided through the spectacular library and learn about the history of the space. We also toured other rooms within the university. Being part of the tour meant we avoided any waiting time.”
Explore Coimbra University, the Joanina Library, old cathedral, and Santa Cruz Church with a history-focused guide on a steep city walk.
“Our guide, Renan, was outstanding. His mastery of history was amazing. He is a genius and master storyteller. We give this tour our highest rating!!”
Paddle 18 km through Coimbra’s forested Mondego Valley, with river beaches, gentle rapids, swimming stops, and helpful multilingual guides.
“The river was beautiful and the trip very well organised. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly and with impeccable English. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and felt that it was very good value. Highly recommended!”
Pick a coastline, a cellar or a cave.
