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Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
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Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
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(888) 651-9785
2 to 3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Discover the rich history and traditions of Coimbra and its ancient university during this guided tour. Join your dedicated tour guide and walk around the campus of Portugal’s oldest university, visiting the Royal Palace, chapel, the assembly room, and the stunning Joanina Library. Then, venture out to the city to see key landmarks including the cathedral, the Barbican Gate, and the Santa Cruz Monastery.
- A private guide and tour ensure a personalized experience
- Avoid the hassle of traveling on a crowded tour bus
- Learn about Coimbra's unique student traditions
- Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest universities in Europe
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Departure & Return
Biblioteca Geral Da Universidade De Coimbra , Largo Porta Férrea, 3000-447 Coimbra, Portugal
Tv. da Rua Nova 19 , Tv. da Rua Nova 19, 3000-153 Coimbra, PortugalAttention: The meeting point is in front of the GENERAL Library of the University (not the Joanine Library)
The tour ends in front of the Church of Santa Cruz, a central location in the city of Coimbra.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- OPERATED BY RM Tour
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Best tour guide in Coimbra!
Sophia_S
, Jun 2022
Our guide Renan was absolutely wonderful! He was very knowledgeable, funny, and did an excellent job keeping us engaged while we learned all about the history of Coimbra. We loved his passion for teaching and even told him he needs to be a professor. At the end of our tour Renan even suggested a nearby restaurant to us that was so delicious! We strongly recommend Renan. He was the best tour guide!!
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Bonnie_P
, May 2022
Such a.wonderful experience!
Kelly_M
, May 2022
Great tour!
Jeff_H
, May 2022
Wonderful trip to the university and old library
mikegruntman
, May 2022
We had a wonderful private tour guide Renan Souza . Friendly , very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He is a alumnus if the university if Coimbra , specializing in culture and art.
He made the tour to the palace , university , library , multiple cathedrals and old town worse visiting. We learned a lot and because of him fell in love with the old city of Coimbra.
Highly recommend !!
A most interesting tour
William_L
, May 2022
Our guide ,Renan, was...
Lisa_R
, Apr 2022
Nuno is awesome!
Craig_M
, Apr 2022
Fantastic tour of university and city
Elly_T
, Apr 2022
This tour was great! Our tour guide (Renan Souza of "Walking Talking Coimbra") was fabulous and basically a walking encyclopedia of Portuguese history and so many details about Coimbra. We loved walking with him and hearing all the historical details. I am hesitant to spend much beyond an entry ticket in many cases, but this tour was worth every penny. The tour was the perfect way to spend our morning in Coimbra and I loved that it went beyond the university and throughout the city. He was even willing to recommend a local spot for lunch that we so enjoyed before heading on for the rest of our trip.
a lot of history lessons
T_Y
, Nov 2021
Short but sweet.
William_A
, Oct 2021
Learn on the road
Youssef_C
, Aug 2021
A great tour
Andrea_M
, Aug 2021
Tolle Stadtführung mit super Stadtführer
Dirk_S
, Jun 2022
Excelente mesmo para quem já conhece
FERNANDO_N
, May 2022
Apesar de eu já conhecer os locais visitados, Renan, o guia, acrescentou uma profundidade que tornou tudo ainda mais interessante. O ritmo foi perfeito, nem lento nem apressado. Pude aproveitar cada minuto para aprender sobre História, artes e curiosidades. E ao saber do meu interesse por arte de rua, Renan saiu do percurso para me mostrar um mural que eu dificilmente encontraria por conta própria. Também destaco o profissionalismo de manter a excursão mesmo com apenas um participante.
Führung großartig.
Andreas_S
, May 2022
Visita guiada totalmente...
Beatriz_B
, Apr 2022
OPINIÓN VISITA GUIADA DE COIMBRA
Mara_F
, Mar 2022
Guía muy atento, considerado y simpático, con muchos conocimientos de la ciudad. Tiene en cuenta los/as intereses de los participantes por la ciudad, proporcionando información y mostrando los mismos, si es posible. La visita permite conocer lo principal de Coimbra y llevarte una perspectiva general de la ciudad bastante completa.
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