Welcome to Porto

Porto is a beautiful and historic city in northern Portugal, located along the Douro River and close to the Atlantic Ocean. Famous for its colourful architecture, charming narrow streets and impressive bridges, the city offers a unique combination of history, culture and relaxed Portuguese atmosphere.

The historic centre of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to many fascinating landmarks, including the Ribeira district, Porto Cathedral, São Bento railway station and the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge. Visitors can also enjoy traditional Portuguese cuisine, explore the city's lively cafés and restaurants, or discover the famous port wine cellars across the river in Vila Nova de Gaia.

With its welcoming atmosphere, rich cultural heritage and excellent food and wine, Porto is a wonderful destination for combining a conference with an enjoyable city break.

How to get....

From the airport to city centre:
Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) is connected to Porto city centre by Metro Line E (Violet). The metro runs directly from the airport to Trindade, one of the main transport hubs in central Porto. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes. Taxis, Uber and Bolt are also available at the airport.

From the airport to the conference venue:
The conference will take place at Alfândega Porto Congress Centre, located in Porto's historic city centre on the banks of the Douro River. Take Metro Line E (Purple) from the airport towards Estádio do Dragão and get off at Trindade. Change to Metro Line D towards Santo Ovídio and get off at São Bento. From São Bento, take STCP bus 500 towards Matosinhos (Mercado) and get off at the Alfândega stop, directly by the congress centre.

From the main train station to the conference venue:
From São Bento Railway Station, Alfândega Porto Congress Centre is approximately a 15–20-minute walk. Alternatively, you can take a local bus or taxi. From Campanhã Railway Station, you can take the metro to São Bento and continue on foot to the venue.

Time zone: WET (Western European Time)

Calling code: +351

Visa: Citizens of Schengen states do not need a visa to enter Portugal. Citizens of countries outside the Schengen Area may require a visa. Please check the current visa requirements for Portugal before travelling.

The Alfândega Porto Congress Centre is a historic and distinctive conference venue located on the banks of the Douro River in the heart of Porto. Housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century customs house, the venue combines historic architecture with modern facilities for conferences, meetings and events.

With its riverside location, spacious event rooms and unique atmosphere, Alfândega provides a memorable setting for international conferences and professional gatherings.