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Scavenger Hunts in Coimbra

Scavenger Hunts Coimbra

Scavenger Hunts in Coimbra

Discover your city with one of our many digital scavenger hunts in Coimbra. With myCityHunt, Coimbra becomes an exciting experience for you, your family, friends, or colleagues.

Coimbra, the historic gem by the Rio Mondego, is calling you for an exhilarating Scavenger Hunt! Discover the city's stunning landmarks like the University of Coimbra and the Mosteiro de Santa Cruz, crack some tricky puzzles, and dive deep into the rich history and culture of this charming place. The myCityHunt Scavenger Hunts in Coimbra offer the perfect opportunity to explore the city in a fun, interactive way, while creating unforgettable memories.

Sights to See During the Scavenger Hunt in Coimbra

On your Scavenger Hunt in Coimbra, you'll encounter a variety of historical and cultural hotspots. A standout is the University of Coimbra, one of Europe's oldest universities. Here, you can admire the baroque clock and bell tower, as well as the stunning Biblioteca Joanina. Don't miss the Sé Velha, Coimbra's old cathedral. The Mosteiro de Santa Cruz, a former Augustinian monastery, will captivate you with its impressive architecture and history. At these and other locations, you'll solve intriguing puzzles that will immerse you deeper into the city's past.

History and Culture on the Scavenger Hunt in Coimbra

During the Scavenger Hunts in Coimbra, you'll uncover the city's rich history and vibrant culture. Coimbra was Portugal's capital from 1139 to 1256 and has a storied past. Did you know that the city was named Portugal's cultural capital in 2003? Or that the University of Coimbra, founded in 1290, has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2013? Exciting facts like these await you on your Scavenger Hunt. Don't forget to sample local culinary delights, like the famous Pastéis de Santa Clara.

Exploring Beyond the Scavenger Hunt in Coimbra

If you're up for more adventures after your Scavenger Hunt in Coimbra, consider visiting the Jardim Botânico da Universidade de Coimbra, a beautiful botanical garden with exotic plants and historic greenhouses. A stroll along the Rio Mondego is also a great way to soak in the natural beauty. For history buffs, the Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro, with its Roman and Portuguese sculptures, is a must-see. End your day with a relaxing dinner at one of the city's traditional restaurants and bask in the warmth of Portuguese hospitality.

Top sights in Coimbra

Discover Coimbra’s landmarks from a whole new perspective on our tours.

Good to know about Coimbra

Coimbra developed on the site of Roman Aeminium. Its civic centre included a forum whose first-century cryptoporticus survives beneath the Machado de Castro National Museum. This substantial Roman structure remains embedded within the later city, with the museum occupying the former episcopal palace above it.
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Aristides de Sousa Mendes studied law at the University of Coimbra before entering diplomatic service. As Portuguese consul in Bordeaux in 1940, he issued visas to refugees against official instructions, helping thousands escape Nazi advances. His connection with Coimbra was educational; the visa operation took place in France.
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A local legend explains the name Jardim da Manga through a royal improvisation. King João III supposedly sketched the proposed garden and cloister on the sleeve of his clothing while visiting Santa Cruz. Manga means sleeve in Portuguese. The story concerns a Renaissance monument whose architectural design is attributed to João de Ruão.
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A Coimbra newspaper account from 1924 describes an unconventional detail of Queima das Fitas: students burned their narrow academic ribbons in a chamber pot raised on a wooden platform. A first-year student officiated over the ceremony. The participants then received wider ribbons, marking a transition in their academic standing.
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Corporate team building Scavenger Hunts

Based on long-standing experience, we know the special requirements that arise when planning a team event in Coimbra. With the myCityHunt Teamevent in Coimbra we have therefore developed a package especially for corporate clients. This extends our well-proven tours with a number of advantages that make our scavenger hunts the perfect teambuilding event in Coimbra.

  • Support by dedicated virtual hosts
  • Shared image gallery and highscore
  • Interconnection through team chat
  • Free rebooking (up to 7 days before the event)
  • Payment by credit card, PayPal or on account
  • VAT invoice

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the scavenger hunt in Coimbra work?

With myCityHunt, Coimbra becomes your playing field! All you need is a ticket code, and an internet-enabled mobile phone.

On the desired date, you will gather your team in the city center of Coimbra. Then the scavenger hunt starts: Your mobile phone guides you and your team to numerous places worth seeing in Coimbra. Once there, you answer tricky questions and solve riddles. You gain points by correctly solving these tasks.

But that's not all: All registered players will receive special tasks during the rally, such as photo assignments or quiz questions. The scavenger hunt will reward you with many great memories, which you can view in a picture gallery afterwards.

Along the tour, you can take a break for ice cream or drinks at any time! After about 3 hours, the high score list will provide information about your overall ranking.

More information about the course of our scavenger hunt in Coimbra can be found here: https://www.mycityhunt.co.uk/how-it-works.

What does a scavenger hunt in Coimbra cost?

The price for a myCityHunt scavenger hunt in Coimbra is £ 11.99 per person. In contrast to the price models of other providers, myCityHunt is charged per person. For example, the total price for two people is only £ 23.98, for five persons £ 59.95 and so on.

Tickets can be booked online in the ticket shop at https://www.mycityhunt.co.uk/tickets.

Which dates does the scavenger hunt take place on?

The myCityHunt scavenger hunt in Coimbra can be played at any time! If you have a ticket, you can play on a day of your choice at any time within the validity of 3 years. Tickets for myCityHunt scavenger hunts in Coimbra can be booked in the online ticket shop at https://www.mycityhunt.co.uk/tickets.

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