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.

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

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.

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.

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

Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip

Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

Coimbra Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Top hotels in Coimbra City Centre

Hotel Mondego
Everything was lovely. The room, the staff and the breakfast. The balcony was quaint with a river view.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Hotel Oslo
Very nice hotel and a good breakfast. Close to the train station and walkable to the river, restaurants, markets and the university area.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Room was acceptable and clean. Breakfast was quite a lovely selection of foods ans drinks.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

NH Coimbra Dona Inês
Cuenta con alberca, quizas ya necesita una "manita de gato" en sus instalaciones Pero todavía es 4 estrellas
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra
Un hôtel fantastique, situé au coeur de Coimbra! Avec son décor inspiré par la bibliothèque Joanina (un must parmi les visites à faire dans cette ville), nous avons été impressionnés par la chambre confortable, le petit déjeuner impeccable et la gentillesse du personnel. Je retournerais avec ...
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

ibis Coimbra Centro
Pleasant view, nice room,
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026



