Private Guided Tour in Coimbra Downtown
The city of Coimbra was the first capital of the kingdom of Portugal, but its history goes back much further. It came to prominence in Roman times, but it was during the Christian reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula that the city of Coimbra became instrumental in consolidating the formation of the kingdom of Portugal, the oldest nation-state in Europe. That’s why this city has some of the most impressive medieval monuments in Portuguese history, which we invite you to discover in the company of local guides who were former students at the University of Coimbra, the oldest in Portugal.
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Private Guided Tour in Coimbra Downtown
What's included in Private Guided Tour in Coimbra Downtown
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Igreja de Santa Cruz
The guide will show you the first Portuguese royal pantheon, where the first two kings of Portugal are buried, and talk about the ancient formation of the kingdom of Portugal, one of the oldest countries in the world, with 900 years of history, and the oldest nation state in Europe, with the oldest borders. Marvel at the monastery's sacred art treasures and be amazed at the number of relics of Catholic saints that this place of worship holds.
Igreja De Sao Tiago
This extraordinary Romanesque church hides an incredible history. It is located in the heart of medieval Coimbra, in the main ancient shopping square and next to the old Jewish quarter.
Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha
The incredible love story between a Portuguese prince and a princess's maid, which took place in the ancient forest surrounding this ancient monastery, is one of the most tragic love stories in world history. Learn about the miracles that sanctified the queen who had the monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha built and be dazzled by the wonderful view over the charming city of Coimbra.
Inclusions
- Tour guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The guide will be waiting for you by the fountain in front of the church of Santa Cruz. The guide will introduce himself and call out the clients' names.
