Jardim Botanico Tours

Enter my world. A visit to the Botanic Garden is like traveling around the planet earth without leaving the city. The plant collections which occupy every corner of the Garden take us on a journey to distinct latitudes and regions of the world, thus transforming the Garden into a living museum. Located in the heart of the city of Coimbra since 1772, when it was founded by the then prime-minister Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo (Marquis of Pombal), the Botanic Garden covers a total area of more than 13 ha, most of which donated by Benedict monks.
Enter my world. A visit to the Botanic Garden is like traveling around the planet earth without leaving the city. The plant collections which occupy every corner of the Garden take us on a journey to distinct latitudes and regions of the world, thus transforming the Garden into a living museum. Located in the heart of the city of Coimbra since 1772, when it was founded by the then prime-minister Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo (Marquis of Pombal), the Botanic Garden covers a total area of more than 13 ha, most of which donated by Benedict monks.
From delicate flowers to towering trees, don't miss one of Mother Nature's best shows at Jardim Botanico. You'll be wowed by the many plant species and the effort that's gone into the displays.

This showcase of plants in Coimbra is popular with fellow travelers, so put it on your schedule. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are loads more attractions ready for you to explore after Jardim Botanico. Portugal dos Pequenitos, Old Cathedral of Coimbra, and Santa Cruz Church are close by.

Plan a trip to see Jardim Botanico

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
YOUROPO - Santa Catarina

YOUROPO - Santa Catarina

4 out of 5
Centro / Baixa
Price was $2,378, price is now $1,549 per person
$1,549
per person
May 19 - May 23
found 4 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Porto (OPO)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Really fantastic apartment! Stunning inlaid floors (although the floorboards are loose. It was gorgeous clean and huge! Wrybwindedul area to hang out and in a great location. Comfortable beds and great to have two bathrooms. Two toilets and two showers.

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

LENSCAPE Coterie

LENSCAPE Coterie

5 out of 5
Centro / Baixa
Price was $2,346, price is now $1,556 per person
$1,556
per person
Apr 22 - Apr 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Porto (OPO)
No reviews

Browse tours and tickets to explore Jardim Botanico

Tours & day trips

See all 90 activities
Full Day Tour from Porto to Coimbra and Aveiro with River Cruise

Full Day Tour from Porto to Coimbra and Aveiro with River Cruise

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 50 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $115 per adult
Full Day Tour from Porto to Coimbra and Aveiro with River CruiseOpens in new tab

Adventure & outdoor

See all 18 activities
Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.

Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 210 reviews
Price is $79 per adult
Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.Opens in new tab

Food, drink & nightlife

See all 7 activities
Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

Activity duration is 50 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 238 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $19 per adult
Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port WineOpens in new tab

Water activities

See all 3 activities
Aveiro: Stories, Canals, and Tiles Guided Walking Tour

Aveiro: Stories, Canals, and Tiles Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $23 per adult
Aveiro: Stories, Canals, and Tiles Guided Walking TourOpens in new tab

Spa & wellness

See all 3 activities
COIMBRA: Escape IN City - Sapiênc(IA) de Risco

COIMBRA: Escape IN City - Sapiênc(IA) de Risco

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $46 per traveler*
COIMBRA: Escape IN City - Sapiênc(IA) de RiscoOpens in new tab

Popular places to visit

Biblioteca Joanina featuring a sunset

Biblioteca Joanina

5/5(43 reviews)

Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison.

Biblioteca Joanina
Coimbra University featuring a sunset and a square or plaza

Coimbra University

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Enjoy the views from the bell tower and visit the Baroque library in the former prison on the campus of one of Europe’s oldest universities.

Coimbra University
Coimbra which includes a church or cathedral and heritage elements

New Cathedral of Coimbra

4.5/5(3 reviews)

An austere Mannerist and Baroque façade makes way for an opulent gilded interior at this 400-year-old church founded by Jesuits.

New Cathedral of Coimbra
Coimbra featuring a fountain and heritage elements

Museu Nacional Machado de Castro

Appreciate the magnificent architecture of the former Bishop’s Palace, see religious sculptures and delve into an eerie Ancient Roman corridor.

Museu Nacional Machado de Castro
Velha Cathedral which includes heritage elements and interior views

Old Cathedral of Coimbra

4.5/5(52 reviews)

One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.

Old Cathedral of Coimbra
Pedro and Ines Footbridge which includes a river or creek, a bridge and a city

Pedro and Inês Footbridge

Marvel at the fascinating illusionary design of the “Bridge That Doesn’t Meet” and stop in its central bend for views of the river.

Pedro and Inês Footbridge

Best Lodging Options Near Jardim Botanico

Hotel Mondego

Hotel Mondego

3 out of 5
Largo das Ameias, n3-5 Coimbra COIMBRA
Hotel Mondego
Hotel Oslo

Hotel Oslo

3 out of 5
Av. Fernão de Magalhães, 25 Coimbra
Hotel Oslo
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro

Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro

4 out of 5
Av. Fernão de Magalhães 199 Coimbra
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá

Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá

4 out of 5
Av. Alameda Armando Gonsalves 20 Coimbra Coimbra
Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá
NH Coimbra Dona Inês

NH Coimbra Dona Inês

4 out of 5
Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 12 Coimbra
NH Coimbra Dona Inês
CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra

CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra

4 out of 5
27 Largo da Portagem Coimbra
CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra
Quinta Das Lagrimas

Quinta Das Lagrimas

5 out of 5
Rua Antonio Augusto Goncalves Coimbra
Quinta Das Lagrimas
ibis Coimbra Centro

ibis Coimbra Centro

2 out of 5
Avenida Emidio Navarro 70 Coimbra
ibis Coimbra Centro
Hotel Astoria

Hotel Astoria

3 out of 5
Avenida Emidio Navarro 21 Coimbra
Hotel Astoria
See all 1,031 properties in Jardim Botanico
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

The Annual Vacation Sale

Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save.
Book now