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Lisbon

Description

Both the right/strategic planning and the venue selection are the main ingredients, “the secret”, for the success of any event or business meeting.

That’s why Lisbon is such a great idea for your business meetings and incentives . You get top-notch venue centres and hotels that satisfy the most demanding meeting requirements, and a surprising and welcoming city, packed with interesting things to do, that will leave your guests happy.

Make your business personal. Make your event in Lisbon.

Here you can find the best of both worlds: pleasure and work.

Lisboa is a historic capital, an amalgam of 800 years of cultural influences that mingle with modern trends and life style creating intricate and spectacular contrasts.
Spread across seven hills always opening a window towards the majestic Tagus river.

Richly captivating, Lisboa invites you !

Climate is mild all year around – never too hot in the summer and lots of warm sunshine in the winter.

Next Stop Lisboa - Lisboa is located only a few hours flight away from rest of Europe. 1-3 hours from most major European cities and 6-8 hours from the Americas.

Competitive prices – Value for money - Lisboa is placed among the European major cities with most competitive accommodation rates. Especially taking in consideration the quality

Friendly – a tolerant city by tradition thanks to centuries of enjoying/experiencing cross culture influences from across the oceans. We make people feel at home !

City Resort - the only European capital with sandy beaches 20 minutes away from the cobbled stone city centre and a luxuriously green holy mountain around the corner – Sintra an oasis of luxurious parks spotted with hide away fairytale palaces ; Estoril, a cosmopolitan resort with a Victorian-era charm .

Areas not to be missed
- Alfama/Castelo/Mouraria - are what make Lisbon such a colourful city. Charming ancient Moorish quarters with narrow winding streets and picturesque white washed houses, crowned by St. George’s Castle.

- Bairro Alto – is traditionally Lisbon’s nightlife hub, but during the day it’s a sort of bazaar with designer shops you won’t find anywhere else in the city.

- Baixa/Chiado (downtown) - adds a special touch to Lisbon’s ambiance . Traditionally , it’s the city’s shopping hub and a unique place for leisurely walks . Praça do Comércio, the magnificent «Black Horse» Square with its Triumphal Arch facing the River Tagus , the Cathedral, the Carmo ruins , Chiado magical atmosphere with unique cafes and bookshops, etc

- Belém – is filled with reminders of a past empire’s grandeur – Portugal’s discovery of new ocean routes and faraway lands, known by its monuments : the Tower of Belém and Jerónimos Monastery – both unique heritage classified by UNESCO ; the Discovery's Monument , the Royal Coach Museum. ..
There is also the Belém Cultural Centre that hosts many cultural events.
Belém is a place for walks through the gardens and along the riverside, culminating with a delicious Belém custard cupcake, one of Lisbon’s most sought-after sweets.

- Parque das Nações - In eastern Lisbon , also along the river Tagus , you’ll find Parque das Nações (former Expo 98) , a large urban complex combining cultural, recreational , residential and business activities , one of Lisbon’s focal points and an example of integrated modernity. Besides the many riverside gardens , you’ll also find unique infrastructures , such as the Atlantico Pavillion , The Lisbon Oceanarium , The Vasco da Gama tower and the Casino Lisboa.

- Several Museums: Ancient Art, Tiles, Coaches, Navy, Gulbenkian, Vieira da Silva, Fado , Oriente Museum and Berardo Contemporary Art Museum are among the most interesting.
- Entertainment of all kinds: concerts, ballets, opera, discotheques, theatres, and the Estoril Casino (with floor show) and Casino Lisboa
- A wide range of different “gourmet” restaurants with Portuguese and international cuisine.
- Golf - The region’s natural features are a major attraction for this inspiring and invigorating sport. Over 20 golf courses can be found around Lisboa . All courses are top notch – the only difficulty is selecting one.

- City Population 600.000 people , Greater Lisboa – 2.000.000 people
 

Contact information

Name: Victor Costa
Position: President & C.E.O.
Address: Turismo de Lisboa Visitors & Convention Bureau, Rua do Arsenal, 15, 1100 - 038 Lisboa, Portugal
Email: atl@visitlisboa.com
Web: http://www.visitlisboa.com
Phone: (+351) 21 031 27 00
Fax: (+351) 21 031 28 99

 

Access information

Airport name / Distance to city centre / Number of international airlines: Portela / 12 km / 26
Sea-port/ Number of departures weekly: Alcantara/Rocha do Conde d’Obidos / Sta. Apolonia
Highways: 4
Number of international trains daily: 2

Special events

Lisboa's Half Marathon	March
City Festivities	June
Festival of the Oceans	August
Christmas Light	November / December

City overview

City:	Total Bedrooms	Capacity of the biggest meeting hall	Maximum Exhibition space of the biggest conference facility [m2]	Maximum Exhibition space of the biggest conference facility [sq. foot]
Lisbon	13897	12500	0	0

 

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