Conimbriga Ruins
About This Museum
People come to Conimbriga not just to see old stones, but to walk the streets of a bustling Roman city frozen in time. You can wander through the foundations of ancient homes, shops, and baths, getting a tangible sense of daily life two millennia ago. The absolute showstoppers are the breathtaking mosaic floors, some still perfectly preserved and bursting with intricate color and detail. It’s an incredibly immersive experience that feels more like an archaeological adventure than a museum visit.
Collection Highlights
The site is famed for its stunningly preserved mosaics, particularly the elaborate floor in the House of the Fountains. Don't miss the extensive remains of the public bath complex and the defensive walls built during a period of late Roman turmoil.
Visitor Information
Before you head out into the ruins, definitely stop by the modern visitor's center; it provides fantastic context with models and artifacts that really help bring the empty shells of buildings to life.
Architecture & Building
These are the sprawling ruins of a full Roman settlement, featuring everything from humble residential foundations to grand villas with hypocaust heating systems and elaborate peristyle courtyards.
Contact & Location
Address: Rua Professor Vergílio Correia (1888-1944), Condeixa-a-Velha e Condeixa-a-Nova, Condeixa-a-Nova, Coimbra, 3150-220, Portugal
Phone: +351 239 941 177
Website: Visit Website
