Cultural
& Musical Sites
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1. University of Coimbra – A UNESCO World Heritage site founded in 1290, featuring the stunning Joanina Library, Royal Palace, and University Tower.
Hours: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (March-October), 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (November-February)
2. Machado de Castro National Museum – Portugal’s second-largest museum houses an outstanding collection of sculpture, painting, and decorative arts.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, closed Mondays
3. Fado ao Centro – A cultural center dedicated to Coimbra fado with daily performances and a museum explaining the history of this musical tradition.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
4. Old Cathedral (Sé Velha) – A Romanesque cathedral dating from the 12th century with excellent acoustics for occasional fado performances.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
5. Casa do Fado de Coimbra – A small museum dedicated to preserving Coimbra’s unique fado tradition.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, closed Sundays
6. Quinta das Lágrimas – A historic estate linked to the tragic love story of Pedro and Inês, which inspired countless fado songs.
Hours: Gardens open 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
7. Santa Clara Monastery – Gothic monastery with beautiful gardens and occasional cultural performances.
Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM