We will be In Portugal in late March. We have two nights in Sintra, then 5 nights in Lisbon, and two free nights before we end up in Porto for the final 4 nights. We have been thinking that we would stay those 2 nights in Coimbra, but I am wondering what other options people might suggest. We will be taking the train between the different cities.
Many thanks!
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We are doing two nights in Coimbra on our way up to Porto in March. It looks like an easy trip on the rail line and seems beautiful!
Posted by
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You should include Coimbra and can also use it as a base to visit other areas outside of the city. I know nothing about where the trains go but take a look for a day trip.
The University Library in Coimbra is a must see.
Other options to Coimbra:
Evora
Guimares
Aviero( day trip from Coimbra)
Posted by
Irving
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Coimbra is what I suggest too. To get there depart from Lisboa – Oriente station to Coimbra-B (the station where the fast trains run through) taking 1h 45m. To get to Porto you’ll need to depart from the same station.
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Tel Aviv
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Coimbra is great and makes the most sense since it's on the main train line between Lisbon and Porto. Tips - [1] The AP trains are more comfortable than the IC trains. [2] Take the train only to Coimbra-B, then take a taxi into town. It's not worth the time and hassle for the connection to Coimbra station. [3] Take the train to Porto-Companha, then take a taxi into town. It's not worth the time and hassle for the connection to Porto-Sao Bento.