Title: Santa Cruz Travel Guide: Best of Santa Cruz, Coimbra Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels.d553248635975852629.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635975852629.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Santa Cruz Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Cruz.d553248635975852629.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Cruz Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.d553248635975852629.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Santa Cruz Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Coimbra , Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6568/5fc5365f-6ee2-46d6-8550-2f5f4645d848.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Coimbra , Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6568/5fc5365f-6ee2-46d6-8550-2f5f4645d848.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Coimbra , Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6568/50f01500-2426-44ed-892e-c4577452043b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Coimbra , Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6568/703a8b4e-bcbe-4b36-82a4-b3a4bc0359d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Coimbra , Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6568/ad7cc759-536e-4b90-b799-1c2eb1a35ae2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Santa Cruz Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975852629) - Top hotels in Santa Cruz - Top Holiday Rentals in Santa Cruz ![Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527500/527411/73f237cb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro Av. Fernão de Magalhães 199 Coimbra £36 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Edificio Chiado and Santa ... 7.6/10 Good! (764 reviews) Friendly staff and nice rooms! The hotel is downtown, so it's in the middle of everything. Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=527411&PinnedHotelID=527411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975852629) ![NH Coimbra Dona Inês](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2080000/2078700/2078607/80255277_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### NH Coimbra Dona Inês Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 12 Coimbra £71 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (987 reviews) Check in staff was great. Room was comfortable. Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=2078607&PinnedHotelID=2078607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975852629) ![Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3280000/3274500/3274433/d5528560_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 20 Coimbra Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £106 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (974 reviews) Good news and bad news. Good news: We had a broken suitcase handle when we arrived. On mention to the concierge, the maintenance man arrived in 5 minutes with toolbox in hand and in another 5 minutes he had it fixed. Yay! Five stars to that guy! Bad news: my wife and I had a couples massage and were ... Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=3274433&PinnedHotelID=3274433&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975852629) [See all 460 properties in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975852629) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![SOPHIA STUDIOS](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77820000/77810600/77810548/w5695h3795x0y2-6d997444_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SOPHIA STUDIOS R. Sofia 37 Coimbra Coimbra Stay at this aparthotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews) Room was clean. Has basic items needed. They were slow giving me the check in instructions. Very friendly in person. Near all the sights. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coimbra-Hotels-SOPHIA-STUDIOS.h77810548.Hotel-Information) ![Coimbra Vintage Lofts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11500000/11492100/11492082/a59f3e3d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coimbra Vintage Lofts Rua Simão de Évora, 11 Coimbra Stay at this aparthotel in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Edificio Chiado and Núcleo da Cidade Muralhada/Torre ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (145 reviews) Clean, central, very spacious. Kitchen could add a few more implements, but overall very good Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coimbra-Hotels-Coimbra-Vintage-Lofts.h11492082.Hotel-Information) ![T1 - Centro Histórico da Unesco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79930000/79928500/79928463/4162af96_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### T1 - Centro Histórico da Unesco Coimbra Coimbra Stay at this apartment in Coimbra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions CAV and Jardim da Manga are located nearby. 9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) Everything worked out great. Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coimbra-Hotels-T1-Centro-Historico-Da-Unesco.h79928463.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975852629&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Santa Cruz hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975852629&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[13 Feb - 14 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975852629&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975852629&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15)[14 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975852629&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975852629&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975852629&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Portugal dos Pequenitos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116880/07b681ba-f776-4899-9881-594708e9970b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Portugal dos Pequenitos 4/5(1 review) Embrace your inquisitive side, as you inspect the various homes, pavilions and monuments of this intriguing and fun miniature village. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portugal-Dos-Pequenitos-Coimbra.d6116880.Attraction) ![Coimbra University which includes a sunset and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116860/2cb7e372-d9bf-4684-9cae-d302d8f47eed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coimbra University 5/5(12 reviews) Enjoy the views from the bell tower and visit the Baroque library in the former prison on the campus of one of Europe’s oldest universities. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coimbra-University-Coimbra-City-Centre.d6116860.Attraction) ![Santa Cruz Church which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116862/f0bf1095-6022-45d8-ab1b-58139cbecd41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Cruz Church 4.5/5(8 reviews) Examine the range of Manueline and Romanesque architecture and inspect the artworks in the final resting place of two kings. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Church-Coimbra-City-Centre.d6116862.Attraction) ![Velha Cathedral featuring heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116866/08e44846-93b5-492d-8ccc-46c61d9731c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old Cathedral of Coimbra 5/5(9 reviews) One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Cathedral-Of-Coimbra-Coimbra-City-Centre.d6116866.Attraction) ![Biblioteca Joanina which includes a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116870/06ea664b-2a32-4eae-96f9-74b120986287.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Biblioteca Joanina 4.5/5(11 reviews) Go on a guided tour of a library containing countless tomes, Baroque architecture and an intriguing history entwined with a prison. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Biblioteca-Joanina-Coimbra-City-Centre.d6116870.Attraction) ![Convento de Santa Clara-a-Velha which includes a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116876/f6ebe135-f5d1-4858-80ae-fd4842a23b4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha 5/5(4 reviews) Visit the museum for an explanatory film and explore the remaining parts of this nunnery that was often at risk of flooding. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mosteiro-De-Santa-Clara-A-Velha-Coimbra.d6116876.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Barca Serrana - Traditional Boat Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48263528/8418ba41-d1ac-4fa2-84fc-e432221cb1ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coimbra: Barca Serrana Traditional Boat Trip £11 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/coimbra-barca-serrana-traditional-boat-trip.a48263528.activity-details) ![Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49179556/5f1274b5-a85c-49a7-a850-97476e5787ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour £5 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/coimbra-scavenger-hunt-and-highlights-self-guided-tour.a49179556.activity-details) ![Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4760503/290b7435-caa6-418e-a9b0-6f2cd55880f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine £14 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/coimbra-live-fado-show-with-glass-of-port-wine.a4760503.activity-details) ![Walking Tour Coimbra](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44926715/4b74dff4-99bc-49ed-a07e-19009f0b1789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Walking Tour of Coimbra Heritage Site £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/walking-tour-of-coimbra-heritage-site.a44926715.activity-details) ![Coimbra Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49980730/ec74ec2e-c591-4e49-8adf-80a6dae67877.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coimbra Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone £6 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/coimbra-walking-tour-with-audioguide-on-your-smartphone.a49980730.activity-details) ![Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2887881/c8a6e781-999f-40e0-a166-472c82dbdbb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided tour of the University and city of Coimbra. £59 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-tour-of-the-university-and-city-of-coimbra.a2887881.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Cruz.d553248635975852629.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Santa Cruz ![Altstadt von Coimbra in Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6568/e46b149a-1e18-48d7-a8bc-cd23d82fb9eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Coimbra - Cities near Santa Cruz - Places of interest [Coimbra](https://expedia.co.uk/Coimbra.dx6568)[São Martinho do Bispo](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Martinho-Do-Bispo.dx553248635975857297) - [Portugal dos Pequenitos ](https://expedia.co.uk/Portugal-Dos-Pequenitos-Coimbra.d6116880.Attraction) - [Old Cathedral of Coimbra ](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Cathedral-Of-Coimbra-Coimbra-City-Centre.d6116866.Attraction) - [Montemor-o-Velho Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Montemor-O-Velho-Castle-Montemor-o-Velho.d6116884.Attraction) - [Senhora da Piedade River Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Senhora-Da-Piedade-River-Beach-Lousa.d553248635922150725.Attraction) - [Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mosteiro-De-Santa-Clara-A-Velha-Coimbra.d6116876.Attraction) - [Peneda River Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Peneda-River-Beach-Gois.d553248635922153257.Attraction) - [Biological Park of Serra da Lousa ](https://expedia.co.uk/Biological-Park-Of-Serra-Da-Lousa-Miranda-do-Corvo.d6315994.Attraction) - [Museu Nacional Machado de Castro ](https://expedia.co.uk/Museu-Nacional-Machado-De-Castro-Coimbra-City-Centre.d553248621532486808.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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