Complete Coimbra University & Joanina Library Tour + Tickets

5.0(11)2 hr 30 minPortuguese, EnglishBook 2 hours aheadCoimbra, Portugal

From

$82

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

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

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

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

Included

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

Not included

Gratuities
Meals

What you'll do

Estatua de D. Dinis
Praca Dom Dinis, Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
Our meeting point is the King Dom Dinis Statue, a symbol of Coimbra’s legacy and the perfect place to start our experience.
5 min
Universidade de Coimbra
Paco das Escolas, Coimbra, Portugal
Discover the University of Coimbra, Portugal’s oldest university and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its centuries-old traditions, remarkable heritage, and academic excellence.
15 minAdmission included
Step through Porta Férrea — the historic gateway to the University of Coimbra
5 min
Get ready to explore the Palace of Schools — a place where heritage, culture, an
d the energy of student life blend into an unforgettable experience.
10 min
Our expert guide will reveal every detail of the Joanina Library, a masterpiece
of Baroque art and one of the most extraordinary temples of knowledge in the world.
20 minAdmission included
What secrets linger in the halls of the Royal Palace?
Walk through its ancient rooms and let history reveal itself.
20 minAdmission included
Step inside the Chapel of São Miguel and admire its stunning azulejos (tiles)
This hidden gem is where art, history and spirituality converge.
10 minAdmission included
What secrets hide within the Cabinet of Curiosities?
Our guide will reveal uncover hidden treasures and fascinating stories behind every object!
25 minAdmission included
What secrets lie within the Academic Museum?
Let our guide reveal centuries of student life, traditions, and symbols that make Coimbra’s University so unique.
10 minAdmission included
Discover how Coimbra shaped scientific knowledge over the centuries
At the Chemical Museum, every experiment, instrument, and story brings you closer to the roots of innovation.
25 minAdmission included
Estatua de D. Dinis
Praca Dom Dinis, Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
Our journey ends at the iconic Statue of King Dom Dinis — a perfect spot to reflect on Coimbra’s rich history.
5 min

Meeting and pickup

2 locations

Pickup details

Please arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled start time and present your booking confirmation (digital or printed). Your guide will be waiting by the Statue of King Dinis and will identify guests by the booking name. Meet our Coimbra guides.

Good to know

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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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