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Self Tour Coimbra
It worked really well. What we appreciated was being able to go your own pace, and when you heard enough you just moved on.
Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 15min–1h 30min
- Price from
- $15 / person
- Location
- Coimbra, Portugal
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 22 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Meeting point
- Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Description
Venture into the heart of Coimbra’s historical centre on a self-guided audio tour. On this walk, the audio will guide you through downtown Coimbra, called Baixa, where you’ll traverse its narrow streets and church-adorned squares. You'll walk through the city’s old medieval gates to Cidade Alta where you’ll see the Old and New Cathedrals. Most of this historical area was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013. You'll hear about the style of Fado music unique to Coimbra and see some of the city’s Roman ruins. You'll hear about its early beginnings, and the history of Coimbra's university and its traditions. The tour ends at the university campus, where you’ll be treated to amazing views over the city and Mondego River. This walking tour can be enjoyed on location or even virtually at home with VoiceMap's Continuous Play function which disables the GPS playback. So, roam the cobbled streets, echoing with the mournful sounds of Fado and the memories of times past.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 6+)
- $15
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Largo da Portagem
This self-guided audio tour takes you past several churches, museums and monuments to hear the history of the city, the structures in front of you and the people connected to them.
Igreja De Sao Tiago
This self-guided audio tour takes you past several churches, museums and monuments to hear the history of the city, the structures in front of you and the people connected to them.
This self-guided audio tour takes you past several churches, museums and monuments to hear the history of the city, the structures in front of you and the people connected to them.
Torre de Almedina
Torre de Anto
Se Velha De Coimbra
This self-guided audio tour takes you past several churches, museums and monuments to hear the history of the city, the structures in front of you and the people connected to them.
This self-guided audio tour takes you past several churches, museums and monuments to hear the history of the city, the structures in front of you and the people connected to them.
Museu de Ciencia da Universidade de Coimbra
This self-guided audio tour takes you past several churches, museums and monuments to hear the history of the city, the structures in front of you and the people connected to them.
Escadas Monumentais
Porta Ferrea
What's included
Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Not included
Food and drink
Smartphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
22 reviews
How it compares in Coimbra
- No. 27 by number of reviews among 197 tours in Coimbra
- Starting price $15 is 78% below the typical $68 for tours of similar length in Coimbra
Excurgo comparison of 197 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour take?
Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour lasts about 1h 15min–1h 30min. The itinerary has 13 stops.
How much does Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour cost?
Prices start at $15 per person for this Coimbra experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 22 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by VoiceMap Audio Tours.
Reviews(22)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Definitely would choose this option over a pricey tour where you had to follow along somebody. Really appreciated the op
Great option to see Coimbra! No need to pay $100 for basicly same your. Your choice as to weather you wanted to go into various museums or not and a great feature to stop and ho into shops or get a coffee and resume tour!
C
was amazed at the size of the diggings and the recreation of fallen parts . Much of it was disabled scooter accessible. fountain area was spectacular . Congratulations to the organization managing it . Lots more to be revealed I am sure
K
informative independent tour
very informative, loved being able to listen to the history but take it at our own place too. perfect amount of information
C
Very enjoyable
The tour was very easy to follow and gave an excellent overview of the history of the town. I would recommend this tour to anyone but it requires a lot of climbing so beware if you find walking difficult.
M
Fun tour in Coimbra
Learning about and seeing the Republicas was fascinating. It was also nice to go at our own pace, which allowed us eat lunch, visit some churches, etc. The map function worked well.
A
Review of Coimbra historical tour
Loved the Southgate tour. She was excellent. Would have been nice to have her talk just a little slower so that we didn’t have to pause so frequently but other than that it was great. We signed up for another one!
A
Self guided tour
It was our first self guided tour and we loved it. It is so easy to follow directions and descriptions are totally accurate. For sure I will keep on doing this self guided audio tours
A
Self Touring Made Easy
Complete and concise…this audio guide is such a great way to get the feel for Coimbra. Allows you to do it on your own pace. Wish there guides like this for other places in Portugal.
T
Not worth it
The self guided tour was easy enough to use but I stopped it halfway. It was getting confusing to follow and it dragged on. Didn’t find the points of interest that well, interesting. Maybe it’s the area or the app or both.
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