In Portugal’s captivating capital, a centuries-old convent has found a remarkable second life as one of Europe’s most distinctive event destinations. Convento do Beato, where historic stone arches and monastic grandeur meet contemporary event production, has been named Europe’s Best MICE Event Venue 2026 at the World MICE Awards in Jamaica.

Lisbon has always understood the art of reinvention. From its elegant riverside squares and atmospheric cobbled streets to its contemporary restaurants and design-led hotels, Portugal’s capital manages to honour its past while embracing the possibilities of the future. Yet, in the eastern neighbourhood of Beato, one extraordinary building captures this balance particularly well.