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Venue

Católica Porto Business School, Porto, Portugal

Conference venue

The conference will be held at Católica Porto Business School. Católica Porto Business School is part of Universidade Católica Portuguesa and holds triple-crown accreditation. It is also listed in the FT100 European Business School rankings. With over 35 years of excellence, it offers innovative education in Economics and Management, emphasizing ethics, governance, sustainability, and responsible leadership. The school’s strategy focuses on impactful innovation, practical connections, and a global mindset, fostering strong community and business relationships.  

Católica Porto Business School is situated at the Porto Campus of Universidade Católica Portuguesa, near Foz Velha, one of the most prestigious areas of the city of Porto. It is located approximately 6 kilometers from the Porto city center and is easily accessible by public transportation lines.

Porto

About Porto and the Region  

Located on the right bank of the River Douro, Porto is Portugal’s second-largest city. Its historical centre, recognised by UNESCO as World Heritage, overflows with highly significant constructions and sites of great beauty, such as the Clérigos Tower, the Cathedral, the main Municipal Council building, the Crystal Palace, the Customs Office, the Luís I bridge and the now-famous Livraria Lello. 

Historic Centre of Porto  

The city extends along the banks of the river Douro out as far as the Atlantic Ocean. The city’s beaches, proudly displaying their blue flags, are lined with cafes and terraces that ensure the enjoyment of visitors all year round. Just an hour and a half away from Porto awaits the also UNESCO-listed Douro Valley, recognized globally for its exquisite wine production, standing as a testament to natural beauty and cultural tradition. 

Douro Valley  

From the gastronomic perspective, traditional dishes such as francesinhas, tripas à moda do Porto and the Gomes de Sá cod dish are much to the preference of both locals and their visitors. Porto also features a very impressive cultural agenda held at the House of Music, the Serralves Museum, the Almeida Garrett Library, among many other venues and events. 

In 2022, the World Travel Awards recognized Porto as the World’s Leading City Destination. It was also considered the 2nd Best City Destination in Europe by Condé Nast Traveller 2021, and the 4th Hottest Destination in Europe for Digital Nomads by Nomad List 2022. 

Here, you will discover the things to do in Porto and its surroundings. 

Useful Links  

  • Find here the best gastronomic addresses in the city 
  • Download here the tourist guide for Porto and the North of Portugal region  
  • Download here Porto city map 

 

Getting here

By train – Train stations: Campanhã; São Bento (city centre) 

  • 2 hours and 45 minutes away from Lisbon airport 

By plane – Airport: Porto (OPO) 

  • 1 Hour from Lisbon and Madrid  
  • 2 Hour from London and Paris 
  • All major European cities within a 1-3 hour flight 
  • 116 National and International destinations with return flight. 

Hotels

Hotels [Prices are indicative and may vary depending on the period in which the booking is made] 

City Centre hotels: 

 

Foz (Católica Porto Business School location) hotels: 

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