Congress Center | Alfândega Porto
Rua Nova da Alfândega, Edifício da Alfândega, 4050-430 Porto, Portugal
ICE 2026 will take place at the Alfândega Porto Congress Center, an award-winning venue located in the heart of Porto, right on the banks of the Douro River. Recognized as the Best Meetings & Conference Centre in Europe by the Business Destinations Travel Awards in 2014, 2015, and 2017, this venue perfectly combines history, functionality, and innovation.
Housed in a beautifully restored historic building by renowned architect Souto Moura, the Alfândega offers 36,000 m² of versatile space, including 22 multifunctional rooms and 400 parking spaces. Its modern infrastructure ensures a seamless experience, featuring full Wi-Fi coverage, built-in translation booths, disabled access, and a convenient shipping dock.
Whether hosting congresses for up to 3,000 participants, banquets for 1,700 guests, exhibitions of up to 10,000 m², or concerts for 1,200 attendees, this venue is designed to accommodate events of every scale.
More than just a conference space, Alfândega provides a rich cultural setting, with museological areas and the Museum of Transport and Communications located within the building, offering participants a unique opportunity to experience Porto’s history and culture during their stay.
The ICE 2026 conference will take place at Conference Centre - Alfândega do Porto.
Address: Rua Nova da Alfândega, Edifício da Alfândega, 4050-430 Porto, Portugal.
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZmK7wiRZp2k5Qbb17
How to Arrive:
The NITIM Doctoral School will take place at Sheraton Porto Hotel.
Address: Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa, Rua Tenente Valadim 146, Oporto, 4100-476, Portugal.
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sZSenqqNN1nZDPuz7
How to Arrive:
HALL Purple Cube
Address: Camino de Vera s/n CPI-UPV. 8E Access F - 3rd floor (46022) Valencia- Spain
Porto is famous for its outstanding hospitality and wide range of accommodation options.
The conference will take place near the historic city centre, with easy access to all major sights, cultural landmarks, shops, and the scenic Douro River. Please note that Porto is a very popular destination in June, as the city celebrates the São João festivities, one of its biggest and most vibrant events. This means that accommodation tends to sell out quickly and prices can rise significantly during this period.
To help participants secure the best possible conditions, the ICE 2026 organizers have selected a list of recommended hotels with exclusive rates (details available soon). We strongly encourage you to make your reservation as early as possible, using these special rates, as availability is limited and rooms will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you wish to take advantage of exclusive rates for ICE 2026 participants, please contact us at info@ice-conference.org with the subject line "Accommodation".
C. del Doctor Vicent Zaragoza, 13, Benimaclet, 46020 Valencia
Rates from June 15 to 20 2025 per night:
DUI Room: 100,00€; DOUBLE Room: 108,00€;
TRIPLE room: 157,00€
Bed and breakfast. Taxes included.
CODE: ICE25
Select the “Hotel” and enter the promotional code in the box “Promo”.
OLYMPIA UNIVERSIDADES ***
BOOK NOW: HERE
Av. de França, 67, Camins al Grau, 46023 Valencia
Rates from JUNE 15 to 20 2025 per night:
DUI Room: 185,00€; DOUBLE Room: 200€
Bed and breakfast. Taxes not included.
BOOK NOW: HERE
Remember to make your reservation through the link provided.
12% discount on the rates available on the website.
CODE: ICE25
From 15th to 20th June 2025.
BOOK NOW: HERE
Remember to add the code provided in the
search bar.
Carrer Mestre Serrano, 5, 46120 Alboraia, Valencia
Rates from June 15 to 20 2025 per night:
DUS Room: 106,00€; DOUBLE Room: 114,00€;
TRIPLE Room: 165,00€
Bed and Breakfast. Taxes included.
CODE: ICE25
Select the “Hotel” and enter the promotional code in the box “Promo”.
BOOK NOW: HERE
Pl. de l'Ajuntament, 4, Ciutat Vella, 46002 València, Valencia
Up to 20% discount on your room booking.
Bed and Breakfast. Taxes included.
From 15th to 20th June 2025.
The discount will only be available through the link below.
BOOK NOW: HERE
C/ del Pintor Maella, 35, Camins al Grau, 46023 València, Valencia
Up to 20% discount on your room booking.
Bed and Breakfast. Taxes included.
From 15th to 20th June 2025.
The discount will only be available through the link below.
BOOK NOW: HERE
All international participants must possess valid identification and travel documents before entering Portugal. Each participant is responsible for arranging their own visa, as per the applicable laws of the country.
The organisers strongly recommend that all participants check, as soon as possible, the rules for entering the country that are applicable to them. Additionally, the organisers strongly recommend that visas are requested at least 2 months before travelling. There have been cases in past conferences where late visa applications from participants led to their inability to attend the conference.
The most common visa for short stays (up to 90 days) for tourism or business purposes is the Schengen Visa. It allows its holder to enter and free circulate in the Schengen Area: a zone where 26 European countries have abolished their internal borders for the free and unrestricted movement of people.
Visa invitation letter
A visa invitation letter can be issued by the ICE 2026 organisers upon request from the participant if all the following criteria are met:
Send your request for visa invitation letter to info@ice-conference.org.
The letters will be issued in digital format only. The ICE 2026 organisers will not be held responsible for any visa-related issues or delays, nor are they able to speed up visa issuing within the embassies, consulates or the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Alfândega Porto Congress Center
Porto, Portugal