• Restaurant Jardim da Manga - Begin your adventure at the Jardim da Manga by launching the Explorial app, entering the 6-digit game code received via text and Viator chat, and orienting yourself in Coimbra’s lower town. This tour is entirely self-guided — no guide, no set start time, just your group exploring the city.

The Jardim da Manga kicks off the adventure — a lemon-yellow Renaissance cloister-fountain, reputedly sketched on a sleeve, and one of Portugal’s most unique monuments. Riddles begin right at its arches.

Next, visit the Mosteiro de Santa Cruz, which houses the tombs of Portugal’s first two kings. Trivia honors Afonso Henriques before continuing.

The journey then ascends the student-trodden streets to the Paço das Escolas, the hilltop courtyard where black-caped students have graduated for seven centuries, with the Joanina Library and bell tower offering a stunning view.

Approximately two hours of exploration and learning complete the experience. The leaderboard displays the final scores — no retakes.

• Free download of the Explorial App from your appstore (iOS or Android smartphone required)
• Points and scoring system: Compete between players of your group and beat the cities high score.
• Live Location: navigate within the map with marked locations. Always know where you are.
• Clear hints and map guidance — so you never get stuck or lost
• Total flexibility: no waiting, start anytime, walk at own pace and do as many breaks as you want.
• Self-guided walking tour with interactive riddles, trivia challenges and photo tasks.

• Live-Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you or join your group. Start anytime you want.
• Entrance fees are not required for this game. All puzzles relate to the public areas of the sights
• This is not an audio guide but an sightseeing, gaming and learning experience

Coimbra, a city centered around a university older than many nations, values both education and enjoyment.

This app-guided scavenger hunt leads participants through Coimbra on foot, using phone-based riddles to navigate from one landmark to another. There is no guide and no set start time.

• Solve puzzles at Jardim da Manga and its intriguing yellow cloister-fountain
• Explore the Mosteiro de Santa Cruz, the resting place of kings
• Ascend to the Paço das Escolas, the ceremonial heart of the university

The experience is available in 24 languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian. Check the full list when booking and select your preferred language when starting the game in the app.

The adventure lasts approximately 2 hours and accommodates any group size.

Class is in session — attendance is optional, but curiosity is essential.

• Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
• After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
• Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
• Smartphone required: Bring your own fully charged smartphone with an active mobile data connection to the start of the tour. Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
• Recommended attire: It’s best to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes — approx. 2 hours of light walking

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.