Fado ao Centro
Fado ao Centro
4.5
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
About
Fado ao Centro is a Cultural Association of Fado from Coimbra, opened from Monday to Sunday (10am to 7pm). Located in the historical center of Coimbra (Rua Quebra Costas),the entrance to the photo exhibition about Coimbras University tradition & informations are for free. Also have Fado shows everyday, with a recreation of a Live Serenade, that everyone can experience for a small amount of money! A magical space with a unique atmosphere were you can find the most genuine and traditional Fado from Coimbra everyday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Only the best musicians of the city play in Fado ao Centro and they are selected according to the highest standards of this 160 year old tradition. Even if you can't witness the concert, don't miss the oportunity to visit our space and get to know a little bit more about Fado from Coimbra. There are always musicians playing and rehearsing so you can change experiences and learn more about the Portuguese Guitar and this unique musical tradition. Bewtween 4:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. we have the "Afternoon Rehearsals" with our regular musicians. You can always pass by, watch them play and anyone that want's to bring their own instrument is also welcome to join! At 6:00 p.m. we start our daily 50 minute long concert of Fado from Coimbra. If you are interested in attending our concert, we strongly advise you to make a reservation in order to ensure your seat. We don't serve any kind of food, so we are totally committed to the concert itself, enabling a genuine atmosphere and unique cultural and musical experience in Coimbra! Following the work that has been held by this Cultural Association, you'll find different exclusive editions of books, CDs and DVDs related to Fado from Coimbra. Fado ao Centro(R) is, undoubtedly, a place to visit in Coimbra!
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- Travel All Destiny Tours, LLCDelaware17 contributionsFado, Portuguese, Love songsGreat expression of Portuguese, Love songs Which captures your heart at least it did mine very enjoyable. Excellent Porto wine, afterwards and enjoyable theatre surroundings. Great translation from Portuguese. To English. Very hospitable.Visited June 2023Traveled with friendsWritten June 1, 2023
- NIKieserPhoenix, Arizona168 contributionsGood introduction to fadoThis was a well organized, effective introduction to fado as performed in Coimbra. The musicians were talented, the explanations in Portuguese and English were clear and informative and the port sample after the show was a nice touch. It was an enjoyable experience.Visited May 2023Written June 3, 2023
- monre2018Carrollton, Texas12 contributionsWonderful Fado Performance in CoimbraThe venue is ideal with only 50 seats. It is a fairly short, yet informative fado experience. All the musicians are men and they all attended the University there in the past or are current students. The music is emotional and poignant, and the performances were excellent!Visited June 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten June 23, 2023
- Robert L15 contributionsWonderful performance by students and graduates of the universityThe Fado performance in Cohen bro was very different than the one we saw in Lisbon. The two guitar players were former students at the university and the two singers, male, were students. One told us he was an economics, major and study international business. The singing was excellent as was the guitar playing, two of the three performances last evening were sold out, so encourage you to get tickets earlyVisited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 12, 2023
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Virginia373 contributions
Mar 2020
Our hotel recommended we see this show, and we are very happy they did. This is more than two instrumentalists and two singers; it is a lesson in the history, the heart and the soul of Coimbra Fado that is performed by some impressive musicians you expect to be hearing in considerably larger performance venues. At €12, this is a memorable experience and remarkable value all in one. Highly recommended.
Written June 21, 2020
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KimofOz
Greater Sydney, Australia121 contributions
May 2022
Loved this short introduction to Combra fado with the singers, guitarists and orator. Not knowing what to expect, we were all very happy to experience the 50 minute show and help to keep this tradition alive. We booked online in advance.
Written July 4, 2022
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Sifster
Hoofddorp, The Netherlands27 contributions
Sep 2020 • Solo
The concert was great. It was my first Fado concert ever and just loved it. What made it especially nice is that because it was in this Centro, which is quite small, the group was quite small as well (13 persons). Therefore it became quite personal.
Written September 10, 2020
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Sherry P
West Linn, OR1,092 contributions
Sep 2021
Due to the small venue, our hotel made reservations ahead of our stay in Coimbra. To get a front row seat be sure to arrive early. Because of Covid, masks were required. The singers & musicians were wonderful and shared the history of Fado in the program. A historical film played simultaneously behind the performers which added depth to the presentation. After the concert, guests were invited to stay for port and conversation. A lovely evening for an affordable cost.
Written October 29, 2021
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Saul D
Zaventem, Belgium1 contribution
Jun 2021 • Couples
Best €12 ever spent. This was a very very beautiful concert and we also learned a lot about the history of Fado music. After the concert there was a small port wine tasting where we also got the chance to talk to the artists. I highly recommend Fado ao Centro!
Written July 2, 2021
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RichardtheTeacher
Brooklyn, NY31 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
We went to a 7 pm show on a Saturday. The audience was largely mature people like ourselves. The presentation was multimedia, with historical video, two guitarists and two singers ( all male) The group was engaging, Speaking in Portuguese and English. The traditional Portuguese Guitarist was the highlight of the experience
Written October 14, 2022
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Robert L
15 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
The Fado performance in Cohen bro was very different than the one we saw in Lisbon. The two guitar players were former students at the university and the two singers, male, were students. One told us he was an economics, major and study international business. The singing was excellent as was the guitar playing, two of the three performances last evening were sold out, so encourage you to get tickets early
Written October 12, 2023
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843bobbyr
9 contributions
Sep 2022
A very professional music production with amazing guitarists and singers performing old Portuguese ballads. Performance lasted 50 minutes followed by a meet and greet with the performers. A perfect thing to do before heading to dinner. Most likely need a reservation which our hotel did for us.
Written September 4, 2022
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rz7692
Barcelona, Spain38 contributions
Jan 2022 • Solo
No wonder this is #1 activity in Coimbra. The visit exceeded my expectations. The musicians and singer were incredibly talented. Show is 50 minutes - perfect length. You also get descriptions in Portuguese and English of the song / its meaning and a couple nice video clips about history of Fado. The music is incredible and envelops you like the black capes they wear. Mesmerizing!
Written January 31, 2022
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA16,384 contributions
May 2022
This was a lovely experience. Some traditional local Fado sung by students with excellent guitar accompaniment and a great explanation of the significance of the local style, all in a simple theater. Great way to start an evening and in a beautiful square.
Written May 7, 2022
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Kaue Rotxa
Getafe, Spain
Hola buenas tardes se vende bebidas en el local??muchísimas gracias por contestar!!
Jose Luis M
Buenos Aires, Argentina18 contributions
No, durante el espectáculo no. El mismo se realiza en una sala con asientos tipo auditorio, no en mesas tipo café-concert o similares. Pero una vez finalizado, creo recordar que ofrecieron una copa de despedida, donde aprovechan y ofrecen CD de fados (no recuerdo si ofrecen bebidas para la venta u otras cosas)
Saludos
antonello c
Province of Brescia, Italy6 contributions
C'è un solo spettacolo alle 18pm?Bisogna prenotare?
Piero V
Pisa, Italy86 contributions
No gli spettacoli si susseguono ,io non ho prenotato essendoci stato in inverno e quindi in un periodo con pochi turisti,non ho idea sugli afflussi turistici negli altri periodi ,per cui dipende dai giorni che passi a Coimbra se sono più giorni puoi passare al primo giorno e informarti e se il caso prenotare
PepeLuis1952
Porto do Son, Spain4 contributions
Donde es y el horario
Oscar D
17 contributions
Ah se me olvidaba,los espectaculos de fado se hacen en Coimbra, en la universidad. Cuando uno comienza a bajar de ella, se encuentra una buena cantidad de restaurantes y tambien el teatro donde hacen las presentaciones de fado. es espectacular.
PepeLuis1952
Porto do Son, Spain4 contributions
Buenas noches, desearía saber en qué rua está y que horario tiene para oír los Fados
Lidia F
Lima, Peru2,178 contributions
Buenas noches.
Está en la Rua Quebra Costas, a unas cuadras del centro.
El show es a las 18 horas.
Hay que escribir para reservar y conviene ir temprano para conseguir buena ubicación porque hay cola.
El precio incluye una copita de oporto y bizcochitos dulces al terminar el show.
Por si acaso, venden CD.
Buen viaje!
bonbon33333
Tel Aviv, Israel42 contributions
How do I make a reservation?
Hazel C
California375 contributions
Hi, we did not make reservations (not sure if you can do that) but happened to be in the neighborhood about half an hour before a performance so we got tickets at the door. Then went for a restorative beer! This was in October so perhaps not as high demand. You might want to check their website to see if they do indeed take reservations. It's wonderful and am sure you will love every minute. By the way, get there early enough because there were some people turned away because of lack of seats.
Beatrizm8
Buenos Aires, Argentina25 contributions
Somos dos personas mayores con dos maletas de tamaño mediano. Hemos visto que a las habitaciones se arriba por escaleras. Necesitaríamos personal que nos ayude con ellas,
Desde ya muchas gracias por la atención-
Graciela y Beatriz Spataro.
mirnamalena
Neuquen, Argentina1,263 contributions
Hola Beatriz!! me han enviado tu pregunta por Fado ao Centro, sobre subir con maletas, creo que hay un error, el lugar es un sitio de conciertos de Fado. Quedo a tu disposición por alguna otra pregunta.
Kristine C
Latvia3 contributions
Hello! How can i find out, what time and when concerts are going on? :)
Fado a
Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal1 contribution
Hello Kristine,
You can book for the live show of Fado de Coimbra (Monday to Sunday) to 6PM ( Ticket price = 10 eur/person).
You can book shows anytime by appointment, (> 8 people), from 10am (morning).
All performances of Fado de Coimbra Fado in Center ® has the classic traditional Coimbra, where the voices are accompanied by the Portuguese Guitar Viola and monitoring.
Even if you can’t witness the concert, don’t miss the oportunity to visit our space and get to know a little bit more about Fado from Coimbra. There are always musicians playing and rehearsing so you can change experiences and learn more about the Portuguese Guitar and this unique musical tradition.
Bewtween 4:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. we have the “Afternoon Rehearsals” with our regular musicians. You can always pass by, watch them play and anyone that want’s to bring their own instrument is also welcome to join!
At 6:00 p.m. we start our daily 50 minute long concert of Fado from Coimbra. If you are interested in attending our concert, we strongly advise you to make a reservation in order to ensure your seat.
We don’t serve any kind of food, so we are totally committed to the concert itself, enabling a genuine atmosphere and unique cultural and musical experience in Coimbra!
With our best regards!
Jean-michel M
Sollies-Pont, France
Je serai à Coimbra pour la soirée du 9 au 10 Octobre 2015. Y aura t'il possibilité d'assister à votre spectacle ?
Si oui, à quel Prix et à quelle heure ?
Merci d'avance.
Fado a
Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal1 contribution
Tous les jours à 18h (également les jours féries et week-end; prix = 10 eur/person; Les efants de moins de 11 ans gratuit.), nous avons un spectacle de Fado de Coimbra d’environ 50 min et qui exige une réservation à l'avance, afin de vous garantir votre place.
Merci
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