5/5 - Excellent
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A lovely walkable historic town with delicious pastries, tapas and fado.
Coimbra
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Where to stay in Coimbra
Coimbra City Centre
4.5/5(124 area reviews)
Historic sites, river views, and bars are some highlights of Coimbra City Centre. Make a stop by Santa Cruz Church or Old Cathedral of Coimbra while you're exploring.
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Av. Fernão de Magalhães 199, Coimbra
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 259 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 259
SAR 283 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
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! (645 reviews)
"Comfortable, good value"
Reviewed on 23 May 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! (547 reviews)
"Gret"
Reviewed on 10 June 2025
Hotel Oslo
Av. Fernão de Magalhães, 25, Coimbra
The price is SAR 400 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
SAR 400
SAR 432 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Old building but very clean, friendly staff and willing to help"
Reviewed on 13 June 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.
SOPHIA STUDIOS
R. Sofia 37, Coimbra, Coimbra
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
"Excellent and central location to visit all the tourists sides in Coimbra. Ricardo was very nice and helpful:)"
Reviewed on 25 May 2025
Coimbra Vintage Lofts
Rua Simão de Évora, 11, Coimbra
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Edificio Chiado and Núcleo da Cidade ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (140 reviews)
"Large loft with kitchen area. Awakened by toddler in adjoining room - thin walls. Not clearly communicated that we should go to the Hotel to check in - NOT to the address of the loft. Or that parking was 10 Eoros per night. Staff at the hotel were very helpful."
Reviewed on 3 May 2025
Entre Ruas Apartments
6 Rua do Corpo de Deus, Coimbra
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
"Great centrally located apartment. Perfect for a family of 4 Very well appointed and maintained ."
Reviewed on 10 June 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.
Popular places to visit
Coimbra University
4.5/5(57 reviews)
Explore the campus of Coimbra University, during your trip to Sé Nova. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Portugal dos Pequenitos
4.5/5(15 reviews)
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Portugal dos Pequenitos during your visit to Santa Clara e Castelo Viegas. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Biblioteca Joanina
5/5(43 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Sé Nova, Santa Cruz, Almedina e São Bartolomeu when you spend time at Biblioteca Joanina. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
4.5/5(52 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Sé Nova with a visit to Old Cathedral of Coimbra. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Santa Cruz Church
4.5/5(47 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Santa Cruz Church. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha
4.5/5(23 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Santa Clara e Castelo Viegas with a stop at Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Reviews of Coimbra
4.5
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Old historic city, nice to see, very hard to drive in. Especially the university area. But must-see in Portugal.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Coimbra is beautiful! Lovely, safe, friendly people. Lots of dining options, there’s something for everyone. There’s always live music being played on the streets, which is a nice touch, makes for a very unique and sweet experience.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Wonderful city! Go to a Fado show!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Definitely go to the museum. It is incredible.
4/5 - Good
J
Don't miss the University and library.
- Coimbra University
- Portugal dos Pequenitos
- Biblioteca Joanina
- Estadio Cidade de Coimbra
- Old Cathedral of Coimbra
- Santa Cruz Church
- Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha
- Praca da Republica
- New Cathedral of Coimbra
- Jardim da Manga
- Seminário Maior de Coimbra
- Fado ao Centro
- Monastery of Celas
- Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Nova
- Jardim Botanico
- Museu Nacional Machado de Castro
- Arco de Almedina
- Velha Universidade
- Núcleo da Cidade Muralhada/Torre de Almedina
- Upper Town
- CAV
- Limpeza de Terrenos e Florestas em viseu
- Paul de Arzila Nature Reserve
- Pedro and Inês Footbridge
- Convento de Santa Clara-a-Nova
- Torre de Anto
- Museu de Conimbriga
- Sister Lucia's Memorial
- Aqueduct of São Sebastião
- Water Museum
- Museu da Cidade Edifício Chiado
- Casa Museu Bissaya Barreto