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A grand library with ornate wooden bookshelves, a red carpet, and a central ornate painting. 1
An ornate entrance with intricate carvings and statues, a metal gate, and a person standing in the doorway. 2
A statue in a square with two large buildings on either side, one with a black and gold advertisement and the other with a blue and white advertisement. 3
A grand staircase with wooden railings and a polished wooden floor. 4
A museum interior with wooden cabinets, glass display cases, and a large framed chart on the wall. 5
By Portugal Cultural Experience

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,991 per adult
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Features

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

Overview

  • Join the most complete University of Coimbra tour, led by a local History graduate. As a private experience, the visit can be tailored to your interests and pace.

    Discover the University of Coimbra, Portugal’s oldest university and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in 1290, it has shaped generations of students and scholars for more than seven centuries.

    Visit the magnificent Joanina Library, Royal Palace and St. Michael’s Chapel while uncovering the stories behind their architecture, traditions and academic heritage. Go beyond the highlights and discover the Cabinet of Curiosities, Academic Museum, Mineralogy Cabinet and the historic Chemical Laboratory (Laboratório Chimico). Explore rare scientific instruments, natural history collections and centuries of student traditions.

    With tickets included, this tour offers the most complete way to experience the University of Coimbra.

Activity location

  • University of Coimbra
    • Paco das Escolas,
    • 3000-370, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Dom Dinis
    • Praça Dom Dinis
    • 3000-393, Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

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Complete Coimbra University & Joanina Library Tour + Tickets

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Price details
P 4,991.18 x 1 AdultP 4,991.18
Total
Price is P 4,991.18

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Full entrance tickets to the University included, including the Joanina Library, Royal Palace, Chapel of São Miguel, Cabinet of Curiosities, Academic Museum and Chemical Laboratory.
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities
  • Exclusions
    Meals

Know before you book

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Dom Dinis (Pass by)

Our meeting point is the King Dom Dinis Statue, a symbol of Coimbra’s legacy and the perfect place to start our experience.

University of Coimbra

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Discover the University of Coimbra, Portugal’s oldest university and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its centuries-old traditions, remarkable heritage, and academic excellence.

Iron Gate

  • 5m
Step through Porta Férrea — the historic gateway to the University of Coimbra.

Palace of Schools

  • 10m
Get ready to explore the Palace of Schools — a place where heritage, culture, and the energy of student life blend into an unforgettable experience.

Biblioteca Joanina

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Our expert guide will reveal every detail of the Joanina Library, a masterpiece of Baroque art and one of the most extraordinary temples of knowledge in the world.

Royal Palace

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
What secrets linger in the halls of the Royal Palace? Walk through its ancient rooms and let history reveal itself.

Saint Michael's Chapel

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Step inside the Chapel of São Miguel and admire its stunning azulejos (tiles). This hidden gem is where art, history and spirituality converge.

Cabinet of Curiosities

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
What secrets hide within the Cabinet of Curiosities? Our guide will reveal uncover hidden treasures and fascinating stories behind every object!

Academic Museum of the University of Coimbra

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
What secrets lie within the Academic Museum? Let our guide reveal centuries of student life, traditions, and symbols that make Coimbra’s University so unique.

Chemistry Laboratory

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Discover how Coimbra shaped scientific knowledge over the centuries. At the Chemical Museum, every experiment, instrument, and story brings you closer to the roots of innovation.

Dom Dinis (Pass by)

Our journey ends at the iconic Statue of King Dom Dinis — a perfect spot to reflect on Coimbra’s rich history.

Location

Activity location

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    University of Coimbra
    • Paco das Escolas,
    • 3000-370, Coimbra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Dom Dinis
    • Praça Dom Dinis
    • 3000-393, Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

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