Why Porto?

Porto is one of Europe’s most vibrant and welcoming cities, combining scientific excellence, cultural heritage, and a unique social experience. Recognised as Europe’s Leading City Destination and located in one of the safest countries in the world, Porto offers an outstanding environment for international conferences and high-quality scientific exchange.

Easy to Reach

Porto is exceptionally accessible. The conference venue, FADEUP, is located just 10 minutes from the airport, with a direct metro connection at the venue entrance.

Culture & Heritage

A UNESCO World Heritage city, Porto combines historic architecture, contemporary culture, and a strong academic environment.

Food, Wine & Social Experience

Renowned for its gastronomy and world-famous wine, Porto offers an ideal setting for networking, collaboration, and informal exchange.

Compact, Safe & Inspiring

Porto is a safe, compact, and easy-to-navigate city, with the Atlantic coast and the Douro Valley just minutes away.

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Useful Information

TRAVEL TO PORTO

Porto is easily accessible by air, train, and road.

By air: Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) offers direct connections to major European cities and international hubs. The airport is located approximately 20 minutes from the city centre. The airport is located 10 minutes from the conference venue (FADEUP).
By train: Porto is well connected through the national railway network, with regular services from Lisbon and other major cities.
By road: The city is accessible via a modern motorway network linking Porto to the rest of Portugal and neighbouring Spain.

LOCAL TRANSPORT

Porto offers an efficient and affordable public transport system.

Metro: Direct connection from the airport to the city centre
Buses and trams: Extensive network across the city
Taxis and ride-sharing services: Widely available

The conference venue is easily accessible by public transport.

LOCAL INFORMATION

Currency: Euro (€). Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted.
Time zone: Western European Time (WET, UTC+0)
Language: Portuguese (English is widely spoken)

TRAVEL & VISAS

Portugal is part of the Schengen Area. Participants from certain countries may require a visa to enter Portugal.

We recommend checking requirements with your local embassy or consulate in advance. Invitation letters for visa purposes can be provided upon request.