{"id":49820,"date":"2024-09-14T16:08:46","date_gmt":"2024-09-14T14:08:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/?p=49820"},"modified":"2024-09-14T16:08:47","modified_gmt":"2024-09-14T14:08:47","slug":"coimbra-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/en\/coimbra-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Coimbra Travel Guide: Top Attractions and Things to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Welcome to <strong>Portugal&#8217;s most<\/strong> <strong>famous university city<\/strong>! Nestled on the banks of the Mondego River, the charming city of Coimbra is a must-visit on any trip around Portugal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The top attraction is undoubtedly the <strong>impressive university,<\/strong> famous worldwide, especially for its iconic library. But there&#8217;s so much more to explore in Coimbra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curious about what Coimbra has to offer and looking for some travel advice? Great, you&#8217;ve found the perfect spot on our travel blog. In this travel guide, We&#8217;ll show you the <strong>most beautiful sights<\/strong> in Coimbra and share our <strong>personal travel tips<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Sehenswuerdigkeiten.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46745\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46745 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Sehenswuerdigkeiten.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Sehenswuerdigkeiten.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46747\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46747\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46747 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Sehenswuerdigkeiten.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Portugal Travel Guide\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Tipps.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46749\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46749\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46749 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Tipps-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Tipps-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Tipps-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Tipps-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Tipps.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Travel Tips\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Coimbra in Portugal: Quick Tips at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fun Facts and Essential Info About Coimbra<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coimbra, positioned <strong>in the interior of Portugal<\/strong>, stands as one of the nation&#8217;s most significant cities, having even served as the capital of Portugal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coimbra equals university city<\/strong>\u2014and rightly so! It&#8217;s home to Portugal&#8217;s oldest university and one of the oldest in Europe. Out of the 140,000 residents, about a quarter are students. Pretty impressive, right? The university isn&#8217;t just an educational institution; it&#8217;s a major attraction in the city\u2014more on this later.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The large student population undoubtedly influences Coimbra\u2019s vibe. There are <strong>many bars<\/strong>, and the nightlife is vibrant. The city exudes a <strong>youthful and student-like<\/strong> atmosphere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The old town of Coimbra, hosting the key attractions, is <strong>perched on a hill<\/strong>. Hence, our advice: Bring comfortable walking shoes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A striking feature of Coimbra\u2019s old town is its <strong>contrasts<\/strong>. Turn one corner and you\u2019ll see a beautifully restored university building; turn another and encounter peeling plaster. Some streets are immaculately refurbished, while others are visibly worn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How many days should I plan for Coimbra?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coimbra is compact<\/strong>, so you can explore the most important places in the old town quite quickly. If time is tight on your Portugal tour, <strong>one night<\/strong> is technically enough to see the highlights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personally, we would recommend <strong>two nights<\/strong>. This way, you have at least one full day to dedicate to Coimbra&#8217;s main attractions and even have the time to just go with the flow in between.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bucket List: What can I experience in Coimbra?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Want the highlights without the fluff? Below is our short but comprehensive <strong>best-of list for the most important attractions<\/strong> in Coimbra. Dive deeper into each feature in the next chapter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explore the historic <strong>University<\/strong> of Coimbra and wander through its campus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be amazed by the stunning <strong>Biblioteca Joanina<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wander aimlessly through the <strong>labyrinth of alleys<\/strong> in the old town.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Catch the breathtaking view of <strong>Coimbra at sunset<\/strong>. For the best spot to enjoy it, see our recommendation below.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Savor a <strong>Pastel de Nata<\/strong> at Pastelaria Briosa\u2014why stop at one?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Tipps.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46753\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46753\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46753 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Tipps-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Tipps-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Tipps-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Tipps-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Tipps.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Portugal Travel Tips\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Reiseblog.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46751\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46751\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46751 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Reiseblog-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Reiseblog-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Reiseblog-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Reiseblog-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-Reiseblog.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Portugal Travel blog\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/800;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisefuehrer.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"800\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46755\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46755 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisefuehrer-1024x683.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisefuehrer-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisefuehrer-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisefuehrer-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisefuehrer.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Portugal Travel Guide\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Coimbra Travel Guide: Top Things to do and see <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Old Town of Coimbra<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First up, let&#8217;s dive into Coimbra&#8217;s Old Town, where all the attractions we&#8217;re about to explore are located. But before we get into the details, here\u2019s a bit about this charming part of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nestled on a hill, the Old Town of Coimbra offers stunning views from a distance. A top tip to start with: Don\u2019t miss the postcard-perfect view of Coimbra from the riverbank near the <strong>Ponte de Santa Clara<\/strong>\u2014we\u2019ll give you more pointers on this later in our blog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Entering through <strong>Rua Ferreira Borges<\/strong>, the main boulevard, you\u2019re welcomed by Coimbra\u2019s Old Town. Take a right through the <strong>historic city gate<\/strong> (Porta de Barbac\u00e3), and you&#8217;ll step into a maze of narrow, climbing alleyways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you make your way all the way to the top: <strong>At the highest point of the Old Town<\/strong> you&#8217;ll find the prestigious University of Coimbra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rua-Ferreira-Borges.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46729\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46729 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rua-Ferreira-Borges-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rua-Ferreira-Borges-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rua-Ferreira-Borges-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rua-Ferreira-Borges-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rua-Ferreira-Borges.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Rua Ferreira Borges\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rua Ferreira Borges<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Altstadt.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46733\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46733\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46733 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Altstadt-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Altstadt-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Altstadt-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Altstadt-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Altstadt.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Old Town\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Jayme-Planas-Coronellas.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46735\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46735\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46735 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Jayme-Planas-Coronellas-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Jayme-Planas-Coronellas-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Jayme-Planas-Coronellas-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Jayme-Planas-Coronellas-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Jayme-Planas-Coronellas.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Jayme Planas Coronellas\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Museum-Machado-de-Castro.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46731\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46731 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Museum-Machado-de-Castro-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Museum-Machado-de-Castro-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Museum-Machado-de-Castro-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Museum-Machado-de-Castro-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Museum-Machado-de-Castro.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Museum Machado de Castro\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Museum Machado de Castro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">University of Coimbra<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>most important attraction<\/strong> in Coimbra is, without a doubt, the esteemed University. A visit to Coimbra wouldn&#8217;t be complete without exploring the university grounds. The University of Coimbra is not only the oldest in Portugal but also among the oldest in Europe. Since 2013, it has been recognized as part of the <strong>UNESCO World Heritage list<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The University isn&#8217;t confined to a single building but encompasses several structures. A highlight is the <strong>inner courtyard<\/strong>, which resembles a grand square more than anything else. You can access this area through the stately <strong>main gate (Porta F\u00e9rrea)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This courtyard houses some of the University&#8217;s most stunning and significant sites, including the <strong>Capela de S\u00e3o Miguel<\/strong>, the <strong>Torre da Universidade<\/strong>, and the renowned <strong>Biblioteca Joanina<\/strong> (we&#8217;ll delve into this shortly).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The University&#8217;s courtyard is accessible free of charge. However, if you wish to visit the individual attractions, you will need a <strong>ticket<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Find more information for your visit here<\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/visit.uc.pt\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Coimbra<\/a> (official website)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Universitaet-von-Coimbra.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46721\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46721\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46721 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Universitaet-von-Coimbra-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Universitaet-von-Coimbra-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Universitaet-von-Coimbra-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Universitaet-von-Coimbra-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Universitaet-von-Coimbra.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra University\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46719\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46719\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46719 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra University\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-besichtigen.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46723\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46723 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-besichtigen-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-besichtigen-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-besichtigen-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-besichtigen-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-besichtigen.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Universita\u0308t besichtigen\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Sehenswuerdigkeiten.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46725\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46725 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Sehenswuerdigkeiten.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Universita\u0308t Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Biblioteca Joanina<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the University of Coimbra is its library, the so-called Biblioteca Joanina. Dating back to the 18th century, it is considered one of the most spectacular <strong>Baroque libraries<\/strong> worldwide. One thing we can promise: The main hall of the library is truly a sight to behold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To explore the library, you must purchase a <strong>ticket<\/strong> for a specific timeslot. It&#8217;s crucial to note that due to the library&#8217;s popularity and its status as a key attraction in Coimbra, access to the main hall is restricted to just 10 minutes during peak season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An important note: <strong>Photography<\/strong> is not allowed in the main hall of the Biblioteca Joanina! (We were granted permission during a press trip on our initial visit to Coimbra.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Find more information for your visit here<\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/visit.uc.pt\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Coimbra<\/a> (official website)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Bibliothek-Coimbra.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46714\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46714\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46714 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Bibliothek-Coimbra-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Bibliothek-Coimbra-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Bibliothek-Coimbra-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Bibliothek-Coimbra-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Bibliothek-Coimbra.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Library Coimbra\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Biblioteca-Joanina.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46716\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46716\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46716 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Biblioteca-Joanina-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Biblioteca-Joanina-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Biblioteca-Joanina-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Biblioteca-Joanina-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Biblioteca-Joanina.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Biblioteca Joanina\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">S\u00e9 Velha: The Old Cathedral of Coimbra<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tucked within the narrow alleys<\/strong> of Coimbra&#8217;s Old Town, you&#8217;ll find one of the city\u2019s oldest and most remarkable landmarks: the Old Cathedral, or S\u00e9 Velha. Originating from the <strong>12th century<\/strong>, this Romanesque cathedral is a marvel from the outside, and its interior is equally compelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside, you&#8217;ll find an imposing <strong>church interior<\/strong> and a <strong>cloister<\/strong> worth seeing, along with a courtyard. Although we&#8217;ve seen even more beautiful cloisters during our trip around Portugal, the cathedral is definitely worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Admission<\/em>: 2.50 Euros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Coimbra.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46684\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46684\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46684 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Coimbra-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Coimbra-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Coimbra-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Coimbra-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Coimbra.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Se Velha Coimbra\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kirche.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46682\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46682\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46682 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kirche-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kirche-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kirche-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kirche-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kirche.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Church\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kathedrale.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46680\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46680 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kathedrale-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kathedrale-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kathedrale-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kathedrale-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kathedrale.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Cathedral\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Kreuzgang.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46686\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46686 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Kreuzgang-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Kreuzgang-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Kreuzgang-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Kreuzgang-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Se-Velha-Kreuzgang.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Se Velha Cloister\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Santa Cruz Monastery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the attractions in Coimbra that particularly surprised us was the Santa Cruz Monastery, known in Portuguese as Mosteiro de Santa Cruz. It&#8217;s located in the Old Town on the quite spacious and very picturesque <strong>Pra\u00e7a 8 de Maio<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The monastery encompasses several attractions or spaces that you can visit in sequence, including the sacristy, the cloister, and the church. The latter is decorated with beautiful, traditional <strong>blue and white azulejos tiles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Small tip<\/strong>: Before or after your monastery visit, you can stop by at the Caf\u00e9 O Croisant. They serve very good coffee, breakfast, and small snacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Admission<\/em>: 4 Euros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mosteiro-de-Santa-Cruz.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46703\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46703\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46703 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mosteiro-de-Santa-Cruz-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mosteiro-de-Santa-Cruz-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mosteiro-de-Santa-Cruz-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mosteiro-de-Santa-Cruz-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mosteiro-de-Santa-Cruz.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Mosteiro de Santa Cruz\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisetipps.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46709\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46709\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46709 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisetipps-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisetipps-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisetipps-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisetipps-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Reisetipps.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Travel Tips\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-Santa-Cruz.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46705\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46705 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-Santa-Cruz-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-Santa-Cruz-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-Santa-Cruz-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-Santa-Cruz-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-Santa-Cruz.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Kloster Santa Cruz\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Santa-Cruz.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46711\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46711\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46711 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Santa-Cruz-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Santa-Cruz-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Santa-Cruz-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Santa-Cruz-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Santa-Cruz.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Santa Cruz\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46707\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46707\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46707 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Kloster.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Monastery\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Botanical Garden<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Botanical Garden, a lovely and free spot perfect for a <strong>peaceful break<\/strong>, is situated close to the University of Coimbra and is part of the university itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, you can wander through a spacious <strong>green area<\/strong> with <strong>greenhouses<\/strong> and beautifully arranged gardens. While you shouldn&#8217;t expect a top attraction, the garden is definitely suitable for a short stopover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Right in front of the entrance to the Botanical Garden, you&#8217;ll also pass by the <strong>Aqueduct of Coimbra<\/strong>, dating back to the 16th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Botanischer-Garten.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46698\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46698 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Botanischer-Garten-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Botanischer-Garten-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Botanischer-Garten-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Botanischer-Garten-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Botanischer-Garten.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Botanischer Garten\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Garten.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46700\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46700\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46700 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Garten-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Garten-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Garten-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Garten-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Universitaet-Garten.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Botanical Garden\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aquaedukt.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46696\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46696\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46696 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aquaedukt-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aquaedukt-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aquaedukt-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aquaedukt-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aquaedukt.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Aqueduct\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Viewpoints and Photo Spots in Coimbra<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering where to get the <strong>best photographic views<\/strong> of Coimbra? In this chapter, we reveal our two favourite spots for capturing Coimbra&#8217;s &#8220;postcard scene&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bar 5\u00b0 andar:<\/strong> This rooftop bar may not boast the most stylish interior, but that doesn&#8217;t matter \u2013 the view more than makes up for it! Here, you really get the perfect view of the sea of houses in Coimbra&#8217;s Old Town. We were here at sunset and can highly recommend this time of day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>From the Bridge:<\/strong> The Ponte de Santa Clara also offers a fantastic view of Coimbra. It&#8217;s best to walk across the bridge to the other bank. From there, you can also get some great shots of Coimbra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rooftop-bar.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46693\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46693\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46693 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rooftop-bar-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rooftop-bar-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rooftop-bar-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rooftop-bar-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Rooftop-bar.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Rooftop bar\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bar 5\u00b0 andar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aussichtspunkt.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46691\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46691\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46691 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aussichtspunkt-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aussichtspunkt-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aussichtspunkt-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aussichtspunkt-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Aussichtspunkt.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Viewpoint\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bar 5\u00b0 andar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46689\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46689 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Portugal.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Portugal\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View from the Ponte de Santa Clara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Eating and Drinking: Culinary Travel Guide for Coimbra<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Still looking for <strong>tips on great cafes and restaurants<\/strong> in Coimbra? In this chapter of our travel guide you will find out where we enjoyed both the atmosphere and the food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>O Croisant:<\/strong> This small, quite trendy caf\u00e9 offers very good breakfast at fair prices. In nice weather, you can also sit outside in the guest garden on the very pretty Pra\u00e7a 8 de Maio, with a view of the Santa Cruz Monastery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Loggia<\/strong>: Somewhat of an institution in Coimbra. In this modern eatery with a large rooftop terrace, you dine with a great view of Coimbra. A visit is particularly recommended at sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pastelaria Briosa Coimbra<\/strong>: This traditional pastry shop at the entrance to Coimbra&#8217;s Old Town, offers Past\u00e9is de Nata and other Portuguese specialties to try. There are a few seats available, both inside and outside. Perfect for a little snack in between.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Arcadas<\/strong>: Rather an upscale restaurant, this noble place is part of the Quinta das Lagrimas hotel and is among the best in the city. It&#8217;s not without reason that it&#8217;s mentioned by Michelin. Guests can look forward to fine dining here. The prices are accordingly high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Restaurant-Tipps.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46738\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46738 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Restaurant-Tipps-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Restaurant-Tipps-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Restaurant-Tipps-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Restaurant-Tipps-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Restaurant-Tipps.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Coimbra Restaurant Tips\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Loggia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Pastel-de-Nata.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46740\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46740\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46740 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Pastel-de-Nata-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Pastel-de-Nata-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Pastel-de-Nata-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Pastel-de-Nata-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Coimbra-Pastel-de-Nata.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Coimbra Pastel de Nata\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Paste de Nata<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/O-Croisant-Coimbra.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46742\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46742\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46742 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/O-Croisant-Coimbra-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/O-Croisant-Coimbra-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/O-Croisant-Coimbra-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/O-Croisant-Coimbra-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/O-Croisant-Coimbra.jpg 801w\" alt=\"O Croisant Coimbra\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">O Croisant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Our Hotel Tips for Coimbra<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve stayed in Coimbra twice, so we have two different hotel recommendations for you. If you&#8217;re still looking for the right accommodation, definitely keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option 1: Hotel Quinta das Lagrimas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a <strong>luxurious and tranquil<\/strong> night&#8217;s sleep, we highly recommend the 5-star <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/pt\/quinta-das-lagrimas.en.html?aid=874507\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hotel Quinta das Lagrimas, <\/a>which is certainly among the best in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hotel is located a bit away from the Old Town, in a spacious, <strong>idyllically landscaped park<\/strong>. A historic manor house has been lovingly renovated here, housing extremely comfortably equipped and quite chicly furnished rooms and suites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our verdict<\/strong>: Those in search of a little luxury will surely feel comfortable here. Be sure to also try the <strong>restaurant<\/strong>. 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Then we recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/pt\/laa-studios-coimbra.en.html?aid=874507\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">LAA Studios<\/a>. These <strong>modern apartments<\/strong> are located in the centre of Coimbra, about a 10-minute walk from the university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The apartments are in a <strong>beautifully renovated building<\/strong> and all feature a quite comfortable bed, air conditioning, and a small kitchenette. Perfect if you&#8217;re traveling with a baby, like us. The only downside: Some rooms face the street, and it can reportedly get quite noisy in the summer. (We had no problems with this, however.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our verdict:<\/strong> Great value for money, good location, and you can easily park for free on the street in front of the accommodation. Overall, we recommend it.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-affiliate\">\n      <div class=\"affiliate\">\n      <div class=\"affiliate-icon\">\n        <div>\n                      <svg class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-hotel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fal\"\n                 data-icon=\"hotel\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n              <path fill=\"currentColor\"\n                    d=\"M320 96C320 78.33 334.3 64 352 64H384C401.7 64 416 78.33 416 96V128C416 145.7 401.7 160 384 160H352C334.3 160 320 145.7 320 128V96zM384 96H352V128H384V96zM272 64C289.7 64 304 78.33 304 96V128C304 145.7 289.7 160 272 160H240C222.3 160 208 145.7 208 128V96C208 78.33 222.3 64 240 64H272zM240 128H272V96H240V128zM208 224C208 206.3 222.3 192 240 192H272C289.7 192 304 206.3 304 224V256C304 273.7 289.7 288 272 288H240C222.3 288 208 273.7 208 256V224zM272 224H240V256H272V224zM384 192C401.7 192 416 206.3 416 224V256C416 273.7 401.7 288 384 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416zM304 432V480H448V32H64V480H208V432C208 405.5 229.5 384 256 384C282.5 384 304 405.5 304 432z\"><\/path>\n            <\/svg>\n                  <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"affiliate-body\">\n        <p><strong>You can book the apartment here:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/pt\/laa-studios-coimbra.en.html?aid=874507\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">LAA Studios<\/a><\/p>\n\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LAA-Studios-Coimbra.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46664\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46664 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" 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is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LAA-Studios.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46666\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46666\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46666 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LAA-Studios-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LAA-Studios-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LAA-Studios-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LAA-Studios-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/LAA-Studios.jpg 801w\" alt=\"coimbra hot\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Hoteltipp-Coimbra.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"46662\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"46662\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-46662 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" 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Map: All Attractions and Tips of our Coimbra Travel Guide at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For easier navigation, we&#8217;ve highlighted <strong>all the key attractions and highlights<\/strong> of our Coimbra Travel Guide on this map for you. Our tip: Just click on the rectangle at the top right to open the map in the Google Maps app on your smartphone. This will allow you to comfortably navigate from point A to point B while you&#8217;re in Coimbra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1ed_x6UaRWNgmQV2xHJFEXxNTOmTUP1w&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disclaimer: Affiliate Links<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This travel guide includes our personal recommendations in the form of so-called affiliate links. If you book or buy something through these links, we receive a small commission. This doesn&#8217;t change the price for you at all. A massive thank you from us both!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Have you ever been to Coimbra? How did you like the city? Are there any attractions you would add? We&#8217;d love to hear your tips for Coimbra in the comments below this travel guide.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to Portugal&#8217;s most famous university city! Nestled on the banks of the Mondego River, the charming city of Coimbra is a must-visit on any trip around Portugal. 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