Historical Buildings

University of Coimbra with Joanina Library

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University of Coimbra: Joanina Library + Royal Palace

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Access to the Joanina Library
Access to the Royal Palace (Armory Room, Great Hall of Acts, Private Examination Room)
Access to the Royal St. Michael's Chapel
Access to the Chemical Laboratory (belonging to the Science Museum)
Free audio guide (app on your smartphone)

Not included

Curiosities Cabinet
University Tower
Guided tour

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Founded in 1290, the University of Coimbra is the oldest Portuguese-speaking university in the world, and the oldest in the country. Tour the UNESCO-listed campus, and gain exclusive access to the university's historic Joanina Library, considered to be one of the most beautiful libraries in existence. Paintings and golden details adorn the walls of the Joanina Library, which was built in memory of King John V in 1728. Ornate wooden shelves, and two levels of floor-to-ceiling bookcases holding 60,000 texts highlight Baroque architecture and design.