Coimbra / 10 photo spots
10 Instagram spots around Coimbra
Coimbra’s steep old town meets the Mondego river and its gardens. These ideas use public streets, established park paths and river crossings.
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- Penedo da SaudadeApproximate area
- Pedro e Inês bridgeSourced place
- Parque Verde do MondegoApproximate area
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Destination reference: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Spot coordinates: Wikidata, CC0. Selection, association and some calculations by You, Me, Away.
Arco de Almedina
The Arco de Almedina marks an entrance to the old town from Rua Ferreira Borges. From the public approach, frame the arch and the tower above it.
Search Google MapsSé Velha
The old cathedral faces Largo da Sé Velha on the uphill route through the historic centre. From the square, use a vertical frame for its stone façade and doorway.
Search Google MapsSanta Cruz monastery
Santa Cruz monastery faces Praça 8 de Maio in the lower town. From the public square, focus on a detail of the church façade.
Search Google MapsIgreja de Santiago
The Igreja de Santiago stands by Praça do Comércio. From the square, frame its stone portal and leave room around the entrance for passers-by.
Search Google MapsSão Sebastião aqueduct
The São Sebastião aqueduct is also known as Arcos do Jardim. From the public pavement at Largo João Paulo II, use the repeated arches to build a rhythmic composition.
Search Google MapsBotanical garden
The university’s botanical garden has paths and planted terraces. From an open path, frame a small section of planting. Some areas are closed for restoration, so check hours and closures. For scheduled personal shoots, request approval at least two weeks ahead. For commercial or promotional photography, apply at least ten working days ahead. Public use of images of university spaces also requires permission.
Search Google MapsPenedo da Saudade
Penedo da Saudade is a hillside garden with views over the eastern city. From an established garden area, use foliage to frame the distant landscape. Follow any local path closures.
Search Google MapsPedro e Inês bridge
The Pedro e Inês footbridge crosses the Mondego to Parque Verde. From the open pedestrian route, use the bridge’s lines to lead the eye across the river.
Search Google MapsParque Verde do Mondego
Parque Verde stretches beside the Mondego near the Pedro e Inês bridge. From the riverside path, frame the water and the opposite bank in a wide composition.
Search Google MapsSanta Clara bridge
Ponte de Santa Clara links the two sides of Coimbra across the Mondego. From the pedestrian pavement, use the river as foreground and the city on the hill as a backdrop.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Turismo de Portugal, Arco e Torre de Almedina
- Turismo de Portugal, upper town walk
- Municipality of Coimbra, Largo da Sé Velha
- Turismo de Portugal, Mosteiro de Santa Cruz
- Turismo de Portugal, lower town walk
- Turismo de Portugal, Aqueduto de São Sebastião
- University of Coimbra, botanical garden
- University of Coimbra, botanical garden photo rules
- University of Coimbra, visitor information and closures
- Coimbra Nursing School, Penedo da Saudade
- Turismo de Portugal, accessible Coimbra itinerary
- Municipality of Coimbra, reopening of Pedro e Inês bridge