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.
RM Tour was born from the idea of transforming visits to the University of Coimbra into a unique experience, transforming the guided tour into a pleasant experience of knowledge and cultural enrichment in a way that is interesting. Therefore, we always seek in our company to join the beautiful history of the University of Coimbra with the present and its customs that still permeate our institution today. This was all made possible by the training we have in the areas of history, sociology and tourism. Our collaborators are former students of the University of Coimbra which brings to our services a great appreciation and knowledge of it.
If you like the idea of continuing your visit to the city of Coimbra, you can book our other tour, just search on Tripdavisor for "Guided visit to the University and city of Coimbra"
Venture to one of Portugal’s most-visited Catholic shrines on this small-group, full-day tour. Following pickup from your Lisbon hotel, head to Fátima, where you can see the Sanctuary, attend a mass, and view the location of the 1917 apparitions. You’ll also see the house of one of the shepherd children said to have witnessed the apparition, and will finally explore the Castle of Óbidos (followed by a ginginha tasting).
See a broad selection of what central Portugal has to offer with this private full-day tour from Lisbon. Begin with the seaside town of Nazaré, a place known for surfing monstrous waves. Continue to the sacred pilgrimage site at Fátima dedicated to the Virgin Mary. See the historic Batalha Monastery from the 14th century, before finishing in the medieval walled town of Obidos.
When booking a visit with Gonçalo Lopes Walking Tours, you do not need to stand in line to secure your ticket, we always guarantee a ticket and entry to the Joanina Library. This tour is the most complete tour of the University of Coimbra and its experiences. Our tours are private, only your group will go with us. Our guides are former students of the University of Coimbra, in areas such as History, Art History and Tourism. They are qualified guides, we have specific guides by language and knowledge of the monuments.
Discover one of Portugal’s largest Roman settlements—and couple visits to ancient ruins with a museum excursion—during this private-half day Conimbriga tour. Choose between morning and afternoon start times, depart from your Coimbra hotel, and travel via private vehicle. You’ll discover Conimbriga’s ruins and famed aqueduct, will visit the PO.RO.S - Portugal Roman Museum in Sicó, and can also explore the Museu Monografico de Conimbriga.
The University of Coimbra is the oldest university in Portugal, and one of the oldest in Europe. Join a former student and explore the grounds of the school, learning about the centuries-old history, traditions, and secrets. Walk around campus and visit St. Michael’s Chapel, the St. Sebastian Aqueduct, and conclude at the stunning Joanina Libary.
The Veado Verde / Green Deer challenges you to live an experience in the
Lousa Mountain. Come with us and visit the beautiful and picturesque Schist Villages of Lousa Mountain. We will pass thru forests of pines, chestnut trees, oaks and beeches where we can find deer, wild boars, foxes and squirrels. It´s a wonderful and rewarding experience that includes offroad activities, hiking and visiting the shale villages. It's a 4 hour tour (or 8 hour tour) with Coimbra as the pickup point. Get ready, the beauty of this mountain will leave you amazed!
IMPORTANT: Feel safe, we have the "Clean & Safe" seal from Turismo de Portugal!
This visit is special, you have a few hours to visit Coimbra, but I would like to see the main one at the University of Coimbra (Joanina Library, Real Capela de São Miguel and the Royal Palace), so this tour is for you, get to know all the history of the University of Coimbra, in the hands of historian guides and former students of the University of Coimbra. By booking this tour, we guarantee entry to the building (ticket included), so you don't have to wait in line to buy a ticket, you just have to be at the scheduled time at the meeting point.
Your knowledgeable guide will bring the history to life during this tour. First, visit Fátima, one of the most spectacular Catholic sanctuaries in the world. Then, head to the breathtaking views of Nazaré and be admired by the size of the waves. Finally, finish your day in the fairy-tale town of Óbidos, sipping a glass of Ginjinha.
In this tour, we'll discover the Holy City of Fátima and the historical towns of Óbidos, Alcobaça and Batalha, home of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Batalha and Alcobaça Monasteries, and Nazaré.
We'll start with Fátima, and visit the Sanctuary and the Chapel of Apparitions. We will then meet the Batalha Monastery in all of its glory.
After Batalha, we'll go to Alcobaça, and you'll be in awe with the pure beauty of the city centered Monastery, which in itself houses a beautiful royal love story. With a brief visit, you'll leave Alcobaça with a wide smile (even wider if you taste the pastries!).
This tour wouldn't be complete without gazing at the Sea. We'll go to Nazaré, the famous fishing village that sometimes has 30-meter waves (you might even be lucky enough to see one!). Enjoy the atmosphere present in this wonder of a village!
To top it all off, we'll visit Óbidos and appreciate the historical walls which present breathtaking views! We're sure you'll love it!
Discover one of Portugal’s most important religious landmarks (and UNESCO World Heritage sites) on this private tour of the Convent of Christ in Tomar. Meet your guide right outside the landmark (or opt for pickup from your hotel), head right in (tickets own expense), and soak up this 14th-century convent’s spectacular interiors. The landmark was once a stronghold of the Knights Templar, and you’ll learn all about its wealth of history.
Schist villages have already been called “magic villages”, their names sound like Romans, Arabs and even barbarians, but it is their characteristic appearance that makes them so fantastic.
These structures dating back to medieval times exude an architectural beauty that is still difficult to match today, even more fascinating are the places where they are located due to the need to settle for pastoral and agricultural activities.
During this adventure we will take you to know some of the most beautiful schist villages of Serra da Lousã as well as the breathtaking landscapes that this unique place has to offer…
It includes a jeep ride through the Lousã mountain range and a visit to the beautiful Schist villages in the morning and a walk of about 6 km and an intermediate level of difficulty in the afternoon along some of the most beautiful trails in the mountain.
Coimbra, a city of students, a city where we learn to say saudade, a city full of charms and nooks where sections of the old wall will guide us in an adventure full of history, memories and wisdom.
We will start this adventure along the banks of the river Mondego, where we will cross a pedestrian colored bridge, the Pedro and Ines Bridge, towards the Tollgate.
On this bridge, you still have the privilege of contemplating a great panoramic view to the magnificent city of Coimbra and surrounding mountains.
Along this route, the vast historical, cultural and natural heritage of this city awakens, in each one of us, the desire to set out on an adventure.
An adventure to discover the history and mysteries hidden along the streets and staircases, from the downtown area to the high zone of the city, an adventure to get to know the old walled city and the oldest University of Europe, the University of Coimbra.
This is an exclusive of mine, product of continuous research of GO! Walks Portugal guides and city archaeologists through the years!
During this guided tour I will walk you through the memories of Jewish Coimbra.
The first signs of the Jewish presence in Coimbra date back to the 10th Century, signaled by the transaction of land properties in a nearby village. We know that later, during the rule of D. Afonso Henriques, some guarantees and lands were granted to this community, which expanded through all the Portuguese territory up to the 16th century.
More than just buildings or material testimonies of the Jewish presence, this is a tour about the rich history and culture of this community.
Discover Coimbra from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights.
- Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about Coimbra
- Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace
- Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.
- Enjoy the tour in English, Portuguese
The villages of Shale have already been dubbed "magical villages," their names sound like Romans, Arabs and even barbarians, but it is their characteristic appearance that makes them so fantastic.
These structures dating back to medieval times emanate an architectural beauty that is still difficult to match today, even more fascinating are the places where they find themselves by necessity of fixation for pastoral and agricultural activities.
During this adventure we will take you to know some of the most beautiful villages of Shale of Serra da Lousã as well as the sweeping landscapes that this unique place has to offer ...
Getting to know Coimbra - queuing free - is one of the advantages of GAIA TOUR, as in the city, one of the most important in Portugal, you have an encounter with living history with every step and no time to lose. Our guides will take you on a journey through time and, among other wonders, visit the University of Coimbra, founded in 1290, visit the Joanina Library - one of the most beautiful in the world. It's centuries of history! That's why we value every moment of your journey.
Venture into the heart of Coimbra’s historical centre on a self-guided audio tour. On this walk, the audio will guide you through downtown Coimbra, called Baixa, where you’ll traverse its narrow streets and church-adorned squares. You'll walk through the city’s old medieval gates to Cidade Alta where you’ll see the Old and New Cathedrals. Most of this historical area was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013.
You'll hear about the style of Fado music unique to Coimbra and see some of the city’s Roman ruins. You'll hear about its early beginnings, and the history of Coimbra's university and its traditions. The tour ends at the university campus, where you’ll be treated to amazing views over the city and Mondego River.
This walking tour can be enjoyed on location or even virtually at home with VoiceMap's Continuous Play function which disables the GPS playback. So, roam the cobbled streets, echoing with the mournful sounds of Fado and the memories of times past.
Discover the old capital of Portugal, Coimbra, on a private walking tour around the city. Learn about the rich history of this ancient city as you visit key landmarks such as the University of Coimbra, the New and Old cathedrals, the Monastery of Santa Cruz located in the Moorish part of the city, the old Jewish Quarter, and Santa Clara a Velha convent, where Queen Isabel lived and died.
World Heritage classified sites in Portugal: Tomar, Batalha and Alcobaça!
Also known as the “Templar City”, in Tomar we will unveil the charms of the “Mata dos Sete Montes”, the Castle and Convent of Christ (listed by UNESCO as World Heritage since 1983)! There will also be time for a quick stop so that you can enjoy a tasty meal at one of the many restaurants located in the typical commerce streets on the banks of Nabão River.
In Batalha we will visit the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória (also known as Mosteiro da Batalha, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage since 1983)!
Then we will be visiting Alcobaça and its beautiful Monastery, one of the most imponent testimonies of Circestience architecture in all of Europe (classified by UNESCO since 1989).
Fátima is widely considered among Portugal’s most important Catholic pilgrimage sites, but visiting independently means missing its spiritual significance. On this tour, begin with a pickup at your Coimbra hotel and explore three of the chapels and basilica around Fátima. Visit Valinhos and the homes of the three shepherds before whom the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared, and learn of the sites’ importance to Catholics across the world.
Venture away from the city of Coimbra and spend a day immersed in nature during this private excursion. Head to the mountains for a look at the small shale villages that dot the landscape including Piodao, relax on the riverside beach in Coja, and see a few waterfalls. Throughout the tour, your guide regales you with information about the local area and makes time for you to explore.
Make the most of limited time in Northern Portugal with this private half-day excursion from Coimbra to Aveiro. Skip the hassle of time-consuming public transport and instead benefit from the convenience and insight of your driver-guide as you stop to ride a moliceiro boat along the canals of Aveiro and visit the beaches of both Barra and Costa Nova.
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Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
"Very interesting and personable guide, who gave a thorough tour of the area. Unlike many tour guides he didn't cancel just because there was only one person signed up. I had a delightful private tour with suggestions for what to do when I arrived at my next destination, Porto."..."
"Very interesting and personable guide, who gave a thorough tour of the area. Unlike many tour guides he didn't cancel just because there was only one person signed up. I had a delightful private tour with suggestions for what to do when I arrived at my next destination, Porto."
"Renan was an amazing guide! He was incredibly personable and knowledgeable, with an advanced degree in history. His insider knowledge of Coimbra University transformed the visit from ordinary to extraordinary! Highly recommend."..."
"Renan was an amazing guide! He was incredibly personable and knowledgeable, with an advanced degree in history. His insider knowledge of Coimbra University transformed the visit from ordinary to extraordinary! Highly recommend."
Great Tour of the Sanctuary of Fatima and Óbidos medieval castle
"Fatima was amazing. Our tour guide Hugo was wonderful very informative, friendly, amd spoke English extremely well. I will recommend him to all our friend and family ."..."
"Fatima was amazing. Our tour guide Hugo was wonderful very informative, friendly, amd spoke English extremely well. I will recommend him to all our friend and family ."
"We really enjoyed our tour. Pedro, our guide, was friendly, funny and most importantly knowledgeable. We never felt rushed. We visited the aqueduct, the museum and then the ruins themselves. Tour ran on time. It was just my husband and I, so we felt it was a great price for a private tour. Thanks so much Pedro!"..."
"We really enjoyed our tour. Pedro, our guide, was friendly, funny and most importantly knowledgeable. We never felt rushed. We visited the aqueduct, the museum and then the ruins themselves. Tour ran on time. It was just my husband and I, so we felt it was a great price for a private tour. Thanks so much Pedro!"
Joanina Library & University of Coimbra VIP ACCESS!
"The tour is great. I learned a lot of Portuguese history quickly and the library is magnificent. NOTE: The tour does NOT leave at 6pm as the Viator website says as of 12.24.2022. This leaves at 10am and maybe also 2pm. By 6pm, these sites are closed."..."
"The tour is great. I learned a lot of Portuguese history quickly and the library is magnificent. NOTE: The tour does NOT leave at 6pm as the Viator website says as of 12.24.2022. This leaves at 10am and maybe also 2pm. By 6pm, these sites are closed."
"Great tour. Green Deer (Vaedo Verde) tour did a wonderful job of explaining the villages. Honestly it was like having a friend showing you a familiar site. Absolutely incredible sightseeing and conversation. Alfredo is the best!"..."
"Great tour. Green Deer (Vaedo Verde) tour did a wonderful job of explaining the villages. Honestly it was like having a friend showing you a familiar site. Absolutely incredible sightseeing and conversation. Alfredo is the best!"
Convent of Christ Tour "Portugal in the Map" - Visit Tomar with a local guide!
"If you’re planning a visit to Tomar you should definitely take David Sousa’s tour! He’s extremely knowledgeable about Portuguese history and art history and really made our visit special. Highly recommend!"..."
"If you’re planning a visit to Tomar you should definitely take David Sousa’s tour! He’s extremely knowledgeable about Portuguese history and art history and really made our visit special. Highly recommend!"
"I really appreciated Sergio taking me on a tour even though I am a solo traveler. The tour was informative and fun. The photos he sends you afterwards are very high quality and a great addition to what I also took."..."
"I really appreciated Sergio taking me on a tour even though I am a solo traveler. The tour was informative and fun. The photos he sends you afterwards are very high quality and a great addition to what I also took."
Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour
"We loved doing the trail in Coimbra, it was so much fun! The tour was great, we got to see so many cool places. The challenges were exciting and fun and the photo soo cool!"..."
"We loved doing the trail in Coimbra, it was so much fun! The tour was great, we got to see so many cool places. The challenges were exciting and fun and the photo soo cool!"
"This tour was probably our favorite of all the tours we took on our trip! It was just us and our guide Sergio for the day which was awesome--Sergio was not only super friendly and professional, he went above and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful experience--we were so lucky to have him as our guide! The shale villages are gorgeous and represent and extremely interesting part of Portuguese history that we didn't really know anything about until Sergio shared his vast knowledge & insights. Even though it was raining the day we went, the jeep was super comfortable & well-equipped to take us up into the mountains. Sergio also stopped with us for coffee & pastries and took tons of pictures that he shared with us also to make sure all our memories from the day were captured. We had a fantastic time talking with him throughout the day and felt like we learned so much about the area and the people who live there. It truly felt like a "local" experience, not a touristy one which we were extremely grateful for. You really can't do better than this trip for the value, professionalism & interest of a truly fascinating area. Do yourself a favor & book this tour--you won't regret it!!"..."
"This tour was probably our favorite of all the tours we took on our trip! It was just us and our guide Sergio for the day which was awesome--Sergio was not only super friendly and professional, he went above and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful experience--we were so lucky to have him as our guide! The shale villages are gorgeous and represent and extremely interesting part of Portuguese history that we didn't really know anything about until Sergio shared his vast knowledge & insights. Even though it was raining the day we went, the jeep was super comfortable & well-equipped to take us up into the mountains. Sergio also stopped with us for coffee & pastries and took tons of pictures that he shared with us also to make sure all our memories from the day were captured. We had a fantastic time talking with him throughout the day and felt like we learned so much about the area and the people who live there. It truly felt like a "local" experience, not a touristy one which we were extremely grateful for. You really can't do better than this trip for the value, professionalism & interest of a truly fascinating area. Do yourself a favor & book this tour--you won't regret it!!"
"This was a fabulous private tour. Our guide Carolina was knowledgable and friendly. We skipped the queues and wasted no time buying tickets with all tickets prepaid. She told us the key points of history plus a few fun stories and facts."..."
"This was a fabulous private tour. Our guide Carolina was knowledgable and friendly. We skipped the queues and wasted no time buying tickets with all tickets prepaid. She told us the key points of history plus a few fun stories and facts."
"Our guide was/is congenial, knowledgable, adaptable, and overall a marvelous representative of her profession and her town. We had a wonderful tour of the Cathedral, and during the walk up the long hill to the University we got a ton of information about the town's history. The tour through the university was also a tour of the history of the country -- and we learned so much! When we had an unexpected glitch (one site closed early), the guide stayed with us through lunch and continued the tour much past the official stop-time. Highly recommended."..."
"Our guide was/is congenial, knowledgable, adaptable, and overall a marvelous representative of her profession and her town. We had a wonderful tour of the Cathedral, and during the walk up the long hill to the University we got a ton of information about the town's history. The tour through the university was also a tour of the history of the country -- and we learned so much! When we had an unexpected glitch (one site closed early), the guide stayed with us through lunch and continued the tour much past the official stop-time. Highly recommended."
A tour between Cascades and Schist Villages, Piodão
"Sergio was incredible! We learned so much and enjoyed a leisurely day in the mountains and schist villages. Even learned a little Portuguese! Couldn't have asked for a better day!"..."
"Sergio was incredible! We learned so much and enjoyed a leisurely day in the mountains and schist villages. Even learned a little Portuguese! Couldn't have asked for a better day!"