Porta e Torre de Almedina, Medieval fortified tower in Coimbra, Portugal.
The Torre de Almedina stands as a stone structure with a prominent arch at its base, marking the main entrance to the old city.
Built during the 11th century reconstruction of Coimbra's defensive walls, the tower served as the municipal governance center throughout the 14th and 15th centuries.
The tower now functions as a museum displaying archives and documents that detail the evolution of Coimbra's municipal administration through the centuries.
Located in the historic district, the tower opens daily from 10 AM to 6 PM and includes an exhibition space spread across multiple floors.
The tower's bell, which rang until 1870, regulated city life by announcing council meetings and the daily opening and closing of the city gates.
Location: Coimbra (Sé Nova, Santa Cruz, Almedina e São Bartolomeu)
GPS coordinates: 40.20884,-8.42873
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:53
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
157 m
Monastery of Santa Cruz
234 m
Machado de Castro National Museum
250 m
Paços da Universidade ou Paços das Escolas
263 m
Faculdade de Letras
297 m
Jardim da Manga
282 m
Igreja de São Tiago
85 m
Igreja de Santa Cruz
234 m
National Museum Machado de Castro
274 m
Torre de Anto
120 m
Paço de Sub-Ripas
74 m
Igreja de São João de Almedina
276 m
Túmulo de D. Sesnando
133 m
Igreja do Colégio Novo
165 m
Câmara Municipal de Coimbra
261 m
Igreja de São Salvador (Sé Nova)
304 m
Igreja do Antigo Colégio de Santo António da Estrela
162 m
Colégio de Santa Rita
165 m
Edifício do Hotel Astória
190 m
Edifício dos Correios, Telégrafos e Telefones, CTT, de Coimbra
297 m
Portal do Colégio de São Tomás
281 m
Arco Pequeno de Almedina
26 m
Cerca de Coimbra, designadamente o Arco de Almedina
26 m
Portais da Extinta Igreja de Santa Ana
308 m
Fonte Nova
331 m
Praça do Comércio
69 m
Capela do Tesoureiro
303 m
Casa do Arco
163 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes