The
Conference Site is located at Parque
das Nações, in the north-east part of Lisbon (see the Lisbon
map). It can be easily reached by car, sub-way, bus, and
also directly by train or ferry in case you start far out from
the city core. Sub-way is the recommended option. "Oriente"
on the red
line is the sub-way station at Parque das Nações. On the
Transports
page you will find information on the nearest sub-way station
from your Hotel, and also the details on the Lisbon public transportation
system.
If
you come by car, you have several parking options at this site.
Further to street parking (with parking meter), Parque
das Nações also features 11 (paying) parking lots, with
a total capacity of about 5500 cars. The closest to Pavilhão
Atlântico - the Conference Site - are the Atlântico, D. Manuel
I, Estação do Oriente, and Oriente Sul. Please follow this link
to find the parking rates, and the exact location of the parking
lots.
Pavilhão
Atlântico, is a large domed pavillion located close to the
Tagus river front (see the site
map). Besides the multipurpose Pavilhão Atlântico, Parque
das Nações features several other pavillions that host cultural
events, and permanent or temporary expositions. You can also
visit one of the largest Oceanariums in Europe, the Vasco da
Gama tower, a leisure garden, etc. There is also a large choice
of restaurants, ranging from the fast food type to the most
exquisite cuisine restaurants.
You can opt to buy the Cartão
do Parque (Park Card) to benefit from discounts in the Parque's
major attractions or special prices when dining in member restaurants.
You can find detailed information on Parque das Nações in the
official
website.
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