33 Best things to do in Coimbra, Portugal
Did you know Lisbon wasn’t always the Portuguese capital? From 1139 until 1260, Coimbra was the capital city of Portugal! Nowadays, the town is mostly famous for its university, one of the oldest in Europe. You’ll need two to three days to see most of the highlights in town, but it’s also a popular day trip from Porto and Lisbon. I always stay at least one night to enjoy the city and its atmosphere along the river Mondego. Let’s check out some of the best things to do in Coimbra!