University of Coimbra – Alta and Sofia, Historic university complex in Coimbra, Portugal
The university buildings extend across two districts, Alta and Sofia, featuring architectural elements from different periods spanning over seven centuries.
Established in 1290 by King D. Dinis I, the University of Coimbra stands as Portugal's first institution of higher education and among Europe's oldest universities.
The Joanina Library houses thousands of rare manuscripts and books within its three grand halls, representing centuries of academic and literary heritage.
Guided tours in multiple languages take visitors through the main university buildings, including the Royal Palace, ceremonial halls, and science museums.
The university maintains its centuries-old academic traditions, including formal ceremonies where students wear black capes and participate in traditional rituals.
Location: Coimbra (Sé Nova, Santa Cruz, Almedina e São Bartolomeu)
GPS coordinates: 40.20712,-8.42437
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:46
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
270 m
Monastery of Santa Cruz
566 m
New Cathedral of Coimbra
258 m
Machado de Castro National Museum
249 m
Paços da Universidade ou Paços das Escolas
161 m
Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
218 m
Torre de Almedina
417 m
Faculdade de Letras
160 m
Jardim da Manga
548 m
Aqueduto de São Sebastião
309 m
Science Museum of the University of Coimbra
347 m
Igreja de São Tiago
492 m
Igreja de Santa Cruz
564 m
National Museum Machado de Castro
218 m
Torre de Anto
454 m
Escadas monumentais
168 m
Igreja da Graça
884 m
Paço de Sub-Ripas
428 m
Palácio da Justiça
1.1 km
Igreja de São João de Almedina
209 m
Teatro Académico Gil Vicente
402 m
Parque Dr. Manuel Braga
357 m
Túmulo de D. Sesnando
303 m
Igreja do Colégio Novo
457 m
Câmara Municipal de Coimbra
587 m
Igreja de São Salvador (Sé Nova)
235 m
Igreja do Antigo Colégio de Santo António da Estrela
381 m
Colégio de São Jerónimo
221 mReviews
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