Complete Coimbra University & Joanina Library Tour + Tickets
Overview
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.
What's 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.
- Meals
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Praça Dom Dinis
3000-393 Coimbra, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Estatua de D. Dinis
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Universita Di Coimbra
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Iron Gate
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palace of Schools
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Joanina Library
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Royal Palace
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Saint Michael's Chapel
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Cabinet of Curiosities
25 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Academic Museum of the University of Coimbra
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Chemistry Laboratory
25 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Estatua de D. Dinis
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- 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.
- Meals.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Complete Coimbra University & Joanina Library Tour + Tickets is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Complete Coimbra University & Joanina Library Tour + Tickets will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's 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.
- Meals
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
