Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Overview
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.
What's Included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Food and drink
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Transportation
Meeting Location
Largo da Portagem
3000-201 Coimbra, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
R. de São Pedro 20
3000-515 Coimbra, Portugal
The tour ends at the Porta Férrea in Coimbra.
What To Expect
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Largo da Portagem (pass by)
Igreja De Sao Tiago (pass by)
Santa Cruz Church (pass by)
Barbican Gate (pass by)
Torre de Almedina (pass by)
Torre de Anto (pass by)
Se Velha De Coimbra (pass by)
National Museum Machado de Castro (pass by)
Igreja de São Salvador (pass by)
Museu de Ciencia da Universidade de Coimbra (pass by)
New Cathedral (pass by)
Escadas Monumentais (pass by)
Porta Ferrea (pass by)
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
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Activity code: C-110804P415
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