About Coimbra
Coimbra is one of Portugal's major cities, home to around 140,796 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Coimbra
1
University of Coimbra
2
Medieval Downtown
3
Quinta das Lagrimas
4
Estádio Cidade de Coimbra
5
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
6
New Cathedral of Coimbra de Coimbra
7
Monastery of the Holy Cross
8
Old Monastery of Saint Clare
Budget travel
Free things to do in Coimbra
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
New Cathedral of Coimbra de Coimbra
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit University of Coimbra
- Visit Medieval Downtown
- Visit Quinta das Lagrimas
- Eat at Molho de Brocolos
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Estádio Cidade de Coimbra
- Visit Old Cathedral of Coimbra
- Visit New Cathedral of Coimbra de Coimbra
- Eat at Fangas Mercearia Bar
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Monastery of the Holy Cross
- Visit Old Monastery of Saint Clare
- Visit Portugal dos Pequenitos
- Eat at Itália
Where to eat
Molho de Brocolos
Fangas Mercearia Bar
Itália
Zé Manel dos Ossos
Restaurante Vitória
Salão Brasil
A Taberna
Toscana
Where to stay
- HI-Coimbra Pousada de Juventude
- Residencial Gouveia
- Hotel Domus
- Residencia Aeminium Coimbra
- Hotel Ibis Coimbra
Shopping
- Alma Shopping
- Coimbra Shopping
- Forum Coimbra
Nightlife
- Café Santa Cruz
- àCapella
- Bar Diligência
- Salão Brazil
- Bar AAC
- Quebra
Museums & culture
- Old Cathedral of Coimbra
- New Cathedral of Coimbra de Coimbra
In pictures
Coimbra gallery
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