CONFERENCE FACILITIES

In Porto and in the North of Portugal one finds the ideal conditions to host business and scientific events in emblematic and well-equipped buildings. To host international congresses and conferences you can choose congress centres of various competencies and different types of hotels: chain, charm, design or trendy. These units are complemented by a vast range of support services, always with the guarantee of skilled expertise and rigorous professionalism. For a social event of more creative matter, it is also the ideal destination due to the huge variety of available gala venues: castles, manor houses, palaces, restaurants, beach bars, casinos, museums and a lot more!

In Porto and in the North of Portugal, it is always possible to transform a simple transfer into an event and make it unforgettable, on board of a boat, tram or train.

Alfândega Congress Centre

Porto's former Customs House, now the Transports and Communication Museum and the Alfândega Congress Centre has a privileged location in the historical centre of the city, facing the Douro River.
The singular architecture of the building, with its stone arches, iron columns, brick vaults and heavy wooden structures and the diversity of the facilities are excellent attributes that make it one the most recent and most elegant event venues in the city centre. It has a wide collection of auditoria, rooms and polyvalent spaces with high quality to conferences, exhibitions, summit conferences, congresses, exhibitions, workshops, cocktails and similar events.
The Alfândega Congress Centre Porto is the ideal place to business, scientific, cultural, commercial events, banquets and fairs.

Casa da Música - House of Music

The new Porto's ‘Ex-Libris' is a modern and imposing building designed by the Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas. Guided visit to its interior including the main auditorium and other fantastic rooms and panoramic balconies.
Situated on top of the building, with an expected terrace facing Rotunda da Boavista and a surprising view over the city of Porto, Casa da Música Restaurant comprises different spaces and types of cuisine.

Serralves Foundation

With wonderful gardens and natural surroundings, the Serralves Foundation offers exceptional conditions for special events, which can be complemented by a visit to the cultural activities taking place in the exhibition galleries. In addition to the cafeteria, ideal for business lunches and dinners, the Museum's hall along with the Serralves 1930s Mansion, are available for all types of galas and events.