Jardim da Sereia (Parque de Santa Cruz)
Jardim da Sereia
An 18th-century monastery garden with tile-decorated stepped fountains, grottoes, and shaded avenues. It is a favorite cool spot for locals.
The Jardim da Sereia, officially Santa Cruz Park, belonged to the Santa Cruz Monastery and was laid out in the 18th century. At the entrance are benches covered in blue-and-white tiles and a Baroque stepped waterfall. At the top is the fountain grotto, famous for its mermaid statue. The garden also contains the former site of a tennis court, a lake, and labyrinthine shaded paths. It is free to enter and lies next to the Praça da República, where students often gather.
Opening hours
About 07:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Penedo da Saudade
- Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
- Science Museum of the University of Coimbra
- New Cathedral of Coimbra
- Machado de Castro National Museum
- University of Coimbra – Paço das Escolas
- Biblioteca Joanina
- Old Cathedral of Coimbra