Coimbra
Arty tea room by day and chilled-out bar by night, this is a terrific place to hang out. Inside, it's all mismatched vintage furniture, books and…
Must-see nightlife in The Beiras
Coimbra
Coimbra's historic showpiece cafe is set in a beautiful high-vaulted former chapel, with stained-glass windows and graceful stone arches. Outside, a…
Aveiro
With its elegant walled courtyard and classy location in Aveiro's landmark art nouveau building, this cafe absolutely looks the part. Stop by for tea and…
Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela
This sleek club is one of a cluster of popular late-night student haunts in the abandoned-looking mill zone to the north of the centre. Check its Facebook…
Aveiro
With books to browse, art on the walls and a laid-back cafe vibe, this is the place for craft beer in Aveiro. Choose from the selection of international…
The Beiras
This stone house with rustic decor and a cat curled up by the fire is a great place to hole up in winter. In the warmer months, you can sit out on its…
The Beiras
If coffee and cake sounds good, hotfoot it to this lovely relaxed cafe. Tea addicts can choose from a decent selection of infusions, while caffeine…
Coimbra
This offbeat house is one of Coimbra's most enticing hangouts, a quirky space with original decor and a relaxed, inclusive vibe. Music ranges from jazz to…
Viseu
With its exposed stone walls and prime central location, this good-looking wine bar is a fine place to get to grips with the local vinho. It has a long…
Viseu
A bistro-style cafe on an attractive pedestrian-only street, The Brothers has a bohemian, Parisian-style atmosphere, good beers and regular live music. In…
The Beiras
With its lava lamps, subdued red lighting and retro '70s look, Zeitgeist is one of several popular hangouts in the bar-heavy area around Rua Académico…
Coimbra
This Coimbra classic has a sunny, cobbled terrace, an artsy interior, friendly service, and a chilled-out jazzy soundtrack. It's perfectly placed for…
The Beiras
Figueira's best-known nightclub, housed in the town's ex-casino, draws an energetic, party-loving crowd. DJs keep the tempo high on the dancefloors,…
Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela
With a wooden terrace for al fresco drinking and a colourful interior complete with log fire, pool table, darts board and cheap drinks, this animated bar…
Coimbra
This alternative club plays mainly rock and metal, loudly and into the early hours. It's not subtle – think standing room only and sweaty dancing – but it…
Coimbra
Join the black-caped students at their union bar, where beers are cheap and everyone is welcome. The esplanade out back, with wood decking and a grassy…
The Beiras
Hidden away in a tiny corner behind Praça Luís de Camões, this laid-back little bar is a fine spot for an evening drink, perhaps at one of the tables…
Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela
With comfy couches inside and tree-shaded tables on its parkside terrace, this lively cafe is an enjoyable place to kick back over a cool beer and watch…
Viseu
One of several bars near the cathedral, this classic pub offers Guinness on tap, occasional live music and terrace seating on a charming square near the…
The Beiras
Tucked into a classic pub-crawler’s alley a block back from the beachfront, this snug, woody pub has Guinness on tap and an inviting lively atmosphere.
Coimbra
An institution amongst Coimbra's student bar-hoppers, this tiny place near the old cathedral is the ideal venue for a big night. Think cheap shots,…
Coimbra
A friendly no-frills drinking spot near the old cathedral. Join the students for cheap drinks and big (late) nights. Enough said.
