Hilton Porto Gaia
The Hilton Porto Gaia Hotel will host the event and the room chosen is the Meeting Room Ar I + AR II, which can accommodate 110 people . Inserted in the heart of centuries-old Port wine cellars, in Vila Nova de Gaia, Hilton Porto Gaia combines the atmosphere of a luxury hotel with the ability to organize events.
The venue offer over 2000 sq. m. of flexible event space and our onsite events team are available to assist you with your planning needs. We value sustainability, using eco-friendly materials and featuring zero waste initiatives, and our catering menus are created from organic, locally-sourced produce.
Hilton Porto Gaia
Rua de Serpa Pinto 124, 4400-307, Vila Nova de Gaia
22 244 9200
How to reach the venue from the airport
Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto serves as a key hub in Northwest Iberia, located just a 30-minute drive from the venue.
By Metro (Cheapest Option)
Time: ~1 hour
Cost: ~€2.60 (Z4 ticket)
From the airport, take the Metro Line E (Purple) in the direction of Estádio do Dragão.
Change at Trindade Station to Metro Line D (Yellow) in the direction of Santo Ovídio.
Get off at Jardim do Morro Station.
From Jardim do Morro, it’s about a 10-minute walk to Hilton Porto Gaia:
Head southeast on R. de Serpa Pinto.
By Taxi or Ride-Sharing (Fastest Option)
Time: ~20-25 minutes (depending on traffic)
Cost: ~€20–€30
Taxis and ride-sharing apps like Uber, Bolt, or Free Now are readily available at the airport.
Provide the address: R. de Serpa Pinto 124, 4400-307 Vila Nova de Gaia.
By Bus
Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
Cost: ~€2.50
Take the 601 Bus from the airport towards Cordoaria.
Get off at Avenida dos Aliados.
Walk to São Bento Station (~5 minutes).
From São Bento, take the 500 Bus towards Praia de Lavadores.
Get off at Cais de Gaia.
Walk ~15 minutes uphill to the Hilton Porto Gaia.
By Private Transfer
Time: ~20–25 minutes
Cost: ~€25–€40
Book a private transfer service in advance for a stress-free experience.
Many companies offer direct transport from the airport to your hotel.
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Contact: +351 22 015 7540
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Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site *****
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Contact: +351 22 340 2300
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Vincci Ponte de Ferro ****
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Contact: +351 922 717 773
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Porto River ****
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Contact: +351 22 340 1210
1,6 km from the venue / 22 min walking distance
Vila Teresa Apartamentos ***
15 Largo Santa Marinha, 4400-012 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Contact: +351 926 446 789
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