Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
Jardim Botânico da Universidade de Coimbra
The university's botanical garden, founded in 1772 by the Marquis of Pombal, with terraced gardens, a bamboo grove, and an iron-framed greenhouse.
The botanical garden is a product of the 18th-century reform of the university. It is laid out on several terraces up the hillside. At the centre are a fountain and geometric flowerbeds, while the lower section has woodland and a dense bamboo grove. The large 19th-century iron greenhouse is a popular photo spot. The main garden is free to enter, but the greenhouses and some other areas require a ticket. It lies in the southeast of the upper town, close to the Aqueduct of São Sebastião, and is about a 5-minute walk from the university.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–20:00 (until 17:30 in winter)
Nearby sights
- Science Museum of the University of Coimbra
- University of Coimbra – Paço das Escolas
- New Cathedral of Coimbra
- Machado de Castro National Museum
- Jardim da Sereia (Parque de Santa Cruz)
- Biblioteca Joanina
- Old Cathedral of Coimbra
- Penedo da Saudade