Praca da Republica Tours

Often regarded as the beating heart of a city, town squares are usually thronging with life and colorful characters. See what's going on at Praca da Republica and learn about its long history.

If you've got time to stop for a while in Coimbra, Praca da Republica is a good place to start your exploring. This public square is one of numerous attractions that'll keep you on the hop here. Portugal dos Pequenitos, Old Cathedral of Coimbra, and Santa Cruz Church are also waiting for you nearby.

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Torel Lenscape

Torel Lenscape

2.5 out of 5
Centro / Baixa
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May 1 - May 4
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Boston (BOS) to Porto (OPO)
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YOUROPO - Torre

YOUROPO - Torre

4 out of 5
Centro / Baixa
Price was $1,708, price is now $1,206 per person
$1,206
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Mar 26 - Apr 2
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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Porto (OPO)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
outstanding stay parking was a little far from condo

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

Aurea Museum by Eurostars Hotel Company

Aurea Museum by Eurostars Hotel Company

5 out of 5
Lisbon City Center
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May 14 - May 19
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Boston (BOS) to Lisbon (LIS)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
This hotel is in a great location with most of the sites within walking distance or a short Uber ride away. All the staff were extremely friendly and attentive. The hotel is also very clean and unique with the museum being part of it. I'd stay here again the next time I visit Lisbon.

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

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Coimbra which includes a church or cathedral and heritage elements

New Cathedral of Coimbra

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
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

Jardim Botanico

Explore the great outdoors at Jardim Botanico, a lovely green space in Sé Nova, Santa Cruz, Almedina e São Bartolomeu. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Jardim Botanico
Coimbra University featuring a sunset and a square or plaza

Coimbra University

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 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
Biblioteca Joanina featuring a sunset

Biblioteca Joanina

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

Biblioteca Joanina
Velha Cathedral which includes heritage elements and interior views

Old Cathedral of Coimbra

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

Best Lodging Options Near Praca da Republica

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
CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra

CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra

4 out of 5
27 Largo da Portagem Coimbra
CBR Boutique Hotel - Coimbra
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro

Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro

4 out of 5
Av. Fernão de Magalhães 199 Coimbra
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
Solar Antigo Luxury Coimbra

Solar Antigo Luxury Coimbra

3 out of 5
Rua Couraça dos Apóstolos n 15-17 Coimbra
Solar Antigo Luxury Coimbra
ibis Coimbra Centro

ibis Coimbra Centro

2 out of 5
Avenida Emidio Navarro 70 Coimbra
ibis Coimbra Centro
Quinta Das Lagrimas

Quinta Das Lagrimas

5 out of 5
Rua Antonio Augusto Goncalves Coimbra
Quinta Das Lagrimas
Sapientia Boutique Hotel

Sapientia Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Largo Augusto Hilário n9 Coimbra
Sapientia Boutique Hotel
NH Coimbra Dona Inês

NH Coimbra Dona Inês

4 out of 5
Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 12 Coimbra
NH Coimbra Dona Inês
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