Discover Tranquility at the Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving in Alentejo, head towards Coimbra. From the A1 motorway, take the exit towards Coimbra. Follow the signs for Coimbra and merge onto the IP3 road. Continue on IP3 until you reach the city. Once in Coimbra, follow signs for Calçada Santa Isabel. The Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova is located at Calçada Santa Isabel, 3040-270 Coimbra. There is parking available nearby, but check for any applicable fees.

• Public Transportation - Train

  If you're using public transportation, take a train from major cities in Alentejo like Évora or Beja to Coimbra. You can check the schedules on Comboios de Portugal's website. Once you arrive at Coimbra train station, exit and head to the bus terminal adjacent to the station. Take Bus #34 (or another local bus that goes towards Calçada Santa Isabel) to get closer to the monastery. The bus fare is typically around €1.50. After getting off the bus, it's a short walk to the Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  Alternatively, you can take a long-distance bus from cities like Évora or Beja to Coimbra. Check companies like Rede Expressos or FlixBus for schedules. Once you arrive at the Coimbra bus terminal, follow the same directions as for the train: use the local bus services to reach Calçada Santa Isabel. The bus fare is around €1.50, and the monastery is within walking distance from the bus stop.

• Walking

  If you're already in Coimbra, you can reach the Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova by walking. From the city center, it's approximately a 30-minute walk. Head north on Avenida de Emídio Navarro, continue straight onto Rua de São Pedro, and then follow the signs towards Calçada Santa Isabel. The walk is picturesque and will give you a nice view of the local architecture.