Coimbra car hires from €62

Car hire companies onsite at Porto airport include Klass Wagen, DriveGO and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Porto airport to off-airport locations include DRIVEONHOLIDAYS, DriveGO, Sixt and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

An Economy car hire in Coimbra costs €31 per day, on average.

Coimbra is a historic city that intricate, tight streets, so navigating around these streets can be tricky if you have a large vehicle. Naturally, to take on tight corners around the city centre, a compact vehicle would be your best option to hire, especially if you consider fitting into small parking spaces as well. Fuel prices in Portugal tend to be quite high, so opting for a fuel-efficient car is best, and typically compact economy cars have the best fuel efficiency.

For speed limits in Coimbra, within urban areas, is typically 50 km/h. This limit applies to most city streets and roads, unless otherwise posted. Some residential areas and school zones may have reduced speed limits, often set at 30 km/h. Make sure to look for signs indicating the specific speed limit in these areas. On rural roads and highways, the speed limit is typically 90 km/h, but be aware the speed limit may be increased to 120 km/h if indicated by appropriate signs.

For car hire in Coimbra, it’s good to know where the best parking areas are located. Firstly, you can find free parking at Parque Verde do Mondego, though outside the city centre, it allows you to enjoy a pleasant stroll along the Mondego River. Near the historic centre of the city, Parque de Santa Cruz has free parking, while Parque da Canção is another location near the centre. If you end up having to pay for parking, you can find streets with meters, and typically you will be charged between €2-€3 per hour (roughly ₹185-₹275).