Guided · Seasonal

UC By Night

On summer Saturday nights the crowds go home and the hill changes register — the Joanina, the Palace, the Chapel and the Tower, by lamplight.

The supermoon rising behind the floodlit University of Coimbra at night. © UC | Felippe Vaz

UC BY NIGHT: The late-night guided visit program you can't miss!

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the University of Coimbra at night?

UC BY NIGHT offers a unique guided visit, led by our expert interpreter guides, full of history, curiosities and enchanting moments.

Date: Every Saturday, from July 18th to September 12th, from 9 PM to 00 AM. The meeting point is at 9pm near the Porta Férrea.

Includes:

-> Guided visit to the emblematic places, including the University Palace, the Chapel of St. Michael and the Noble Floor of the Joanine Library.

-> Oportunity to climb the Tower of the University of Coimbra and enjoy the panoramic view over the city.

-> Musical Animation with the exciting Fado de Coimbra.

Ticket Prices:

🎟️ Adults: 25€

🎟️ Students < 26 years old: 15€

🎟️ Children <13 years old: Free (accompanied by family)

Don't miss this opportunity and join us on this unforgettable evening guided visit. Secure your place now.

Spaces included

Duration

2h

Languages

pt · en

Seasonal

Jul 2, 2026 – Sep 12, 2026

Saturdays at 9 pm, in Portuguese and English.

Timed evening entry — arrive 10 minutes early. Tickets are date-specific.