About the Venue
The Centro Cultural Vila Flor is one of the most beautiful cultural spaces in northern Portugal, with a main hall accommodating over 900 people, several meeting rooms and exhibition areas.
The building, constructed in 2005, combines contemporary architecture with the historic gardens of the Vila Flor Palace, just minutes from the historic centre of Guimarães.
Centro Cultural Vila Flor
Avenida D. Afonso Henriques, 70
4810-431 Guimarães
How to get to Guimarães
By Plane
The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto), approximately 55 km away. From the airport, you can travel by train (via Porto São Bento or Porto Campanhã) or by taxi/transfer.
By Train
Guimarães train station is approximately 15 minutes on foot from the CCVF. Regular connections from Porto (Campanhã), journey duration is approximately 1h.
By Bus
Rede Expressos and FlixBus offer direct coach connections to Guimarães from Porto, Lisbon and other cities in Portugal.
By Car
Guimarães is served by highways A3 and A11. Parking is available near the CCVF.
Local Transportation
The city is easily walkable. Taxi and ride-hailing services (Uber, Bolt) are available.
Accommodation
Below is a selection of hotels near the conference venue.
Hotel de Guimarães
★★★★ 5 Min. Walt to Venue
Pousada de Guimarães
★★★★ 10 Min. Walt to Venue
Hotel Toural
★★★★ 8 Min. Walt to Venu
Hotel Fundador
★★★ 6 Min. Walt to Venu
We are negotiating special arrangements with these establishments to obtain discounts for participants. Accommodation is also available through platforms such as Airbnb and Booking.com.
Guimarães is just 20 minutes from Braga, which offers additional options.
