Coimbra City Centre
Coimbra
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Popular places to visit
Coimbra University
Enjoy the views from the bell tower and visit the Baroque library in the former prison on the campus of one of Europe’s oldest universities.
Biblioteca Joanina
Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.
Santa Cruz Church
Examine the range of Manueline and Romanesque architecture and inspect the artworks in the final resting place of two kings.
Jardim da Manga
This small garden centers on an old fountain, believed to be one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture in Portugal.
New Cathedral of Coimbra
Find out about the history of Sé Nova when you take a trip to New Cathedral of Coimbra. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Things to do
Full Day Tour from Porto to Coimbra and Aveiro with River Cruise
€95
per adult
Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip
€13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.
€68
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
University of Coimbra guided tours without queue
€60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Coimbra City Centre
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Av. Fernão de Magalhães 199, Coimbra
The price is €61 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
€61
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Edificio Chiado ...
7.6/10 Good! (661 reviews)
"Good value for the price"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Vila Galé Coimbra
Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 20, Coimbra
The price is €126 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€126
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (921 reviews)
"Great staff. Lovely pool. Great views over river"
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Hotel Mondego
Largo das Ameias, n3-5, Coimbra, COIMBRA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (565 reviews)
"Wonderful, especially for the price! Super clean, even in the grout and the corners! Nice staff. Close to restaurants and right around the corner from the riverfront. Easy walkable compared to other areas and I had a medical boot on my foot. Breakfast Buffet was really good too"
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Hotel Oslo
Av. Fernão de Magalhães, 25, Coimbra
The price is €113 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
€113
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Hotel Oslo is close to the University, restaurants, shopping. Rooms are very clean, towels, shampoo, body wash (used my own), hand soap, bathroom paper. Felt safe in the area,1 issue was parking. Spots are really tight & exiting from the underground parking is a bit dangerous. Nobody from the facility ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Zero Box Lodge Coimbra
Av. Emídio Navarro 45, Coimbra, Coimbra
The price is €68 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
€68
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (189 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. If you tend to feel claustrophobic, might not be the best option of accommodation since there is no windows by design."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra
27 Largo da Portagem, Coimbra
The price is €101 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
€101
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Museu da Cidade Edifício Chiado and Almedina ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (163 reviews)
"All the hotel staff, and especially Helena, were friendly and helpful. The rooms are uniquely decorated in a cool and unique ‘marble library’ motif. The shower works great and the bed is comfortable. The location is convenient to the university and the rail station. One critique: the water closet ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.