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Facade of the space to rent for events in Lisbon Photo (detail): José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

The Goethe-Institut in Lisbon, located in the historic Valmor Palace, at the Campo dos Mártires das Pátria in Arroios, is the ideal venue for events. With a magnificent garden, a large auditorium, a newly refurbished library, a café with outdoor seating, and ten versatile classrooms and offices of various sizes, this central Lisbon location offers the perfect space for your next event. Whether you are organising product launches, conferences, workshops, or even corporate parties, our facilities are designed to accommodate a variety of occasions. Conveniently, there is an underground car park right at the entrance, making it easy for your guests to attend.

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Auditorium

Looking for conference rooms near you? Our auditorium in Lisbon is the perfect place to showcase a wide variety of events, such as meetings, conferences, debates, workshops, film screenings, music concerts, and theatre performances, with the help of live-streaming and simultaneous translation facilities. The auditorium spans 226m², accommodating up to 120 seated guests or 200 standing. Adjacent to the auditorium, the cafeteria offers a convenient space for breaks and networking sessions.

  • Auditorium seats to hire for events Photo: João Basílio © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The auditorium is located on the entrance floor of the Goethe-Institut, overlooking the garden.

  • Auditorium seating Photo: Hugo Moura © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The auditorium is a space with capacity for events of up to 120 seats or 200 people standing and is ideal for events such as conferences and debates. For bilingual events, there are simultaneous translation booths and headphones for the audience with language selection options (accommodates three different languages).

  • Auditorium show venue in Lisbon Photo: João Basílio © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The auditorium has a Steinway grand piano, a projector, a screen over the stage, columns and spotlights, making it ideal for theater performances, stand up and music shows.

  • Cinema in the auditorium in Lisbon Photo: Teresa Althen © Goethe-Institut

    This event venue in Lisbon is also available for film screenings.

  • Reading session in auditorium in Lisbon Photo: Luísa Ferreira © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The auditorium is equipped with microphones, a simultaneous translation booth for three languages and streaming via wifi, making it an ideal place for meetings.

  • Group session in the auditorium in Lisbon Photo: Jana Hermsen © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    Dance performances, rehearsals and parties can also be held in the auditorium thanks to the differentiated coloured light and integrated sound system.

  • People who have rented auditorium workshop space Photo: Klaus Dorwarth © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    With flexible equipment, the auditorium can also be used as a big classroom, as well as for workshops and exams.

Garden

For those seeking the best outdoor event venues in Lisbon, the Goethe-Institut's garden is a hidden gem. Blending exotic and native plants, this 400m² oasis in the heart of the city is perfect for concerts, outdoor film screenings, corporate parties, and talks or presentations. With a capacity of up to 300 people, the garden offers a refreshing escape for any type of gathering. During the summer months, attendees can enjoy German specialities and daily dishes on the garden terrace, creating a truly memorable event experience.

  • Café with terrace in a garden to rent for parties Photo: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The entrance to the garden is on the ground floor of the Goethe-Institut. A leafy path with tables and chairs invites you to read and work.

  • Space to rent for outdoor parties Photo: Vera Marmelo © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    This outdoor event venue can accommodate 300 people and is surrounded by greenery and large trees.

  • Group activity in the best outdoor event venues Photo: Nicole Sanchez © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The noise of the city is drowned out in this magnificent oasis, with the chirping of birds giving the place a unique atmosphere that is ideal for a relaxing time.

  • Table and chairs in outdoor space to rent for parties Photo: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    From one of the most hidden corners, you can see Carmo hill and the garden of the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara.

  • Group of people eating and drinking outdoors at an event in Lisbon Photo: Carlos Porfírio © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    At music festivals, football matches or simple work lunches, the long tables and benches give the garden a typically German flair and invite everyone to share a beer with friends and colleagues.

  • Space to rent for outdoor concert at night Photo: Vera Marmelo © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    On warm summer and autumn evenings, the garden can also become a stage for outdoor events, such as music and dance events, thanks to moveable sound systems and ornate lighting.

  • Outdoor cinema space to hire for events Foto: Teresa Althen © Goethe-Institut

    This event venue in Lisbon has an outdoor screen and projector so that cinema shows can be held in the garden in the evenings.

Library

Our library is a versatile space, designed to host both professional and casual events. Divided into a work area with individual desks, a conference room, a small garden, and a cosy lounge, it is perfect for film screenings, book presentations, and debates.  This 120m² space can accommodate 30-50 seated guests or 70 standing, making it an excellent choice for more intimate gatherings in Lisbon.

  • Library to rent for events Photo: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The main library room is located on the ground floor of the Goethe-Institut, overlooking the garden. Here you will find the reading room, the reception for new registrations and enquiries and the self-service checkout.

  • Library with tables to rent for workshops Photo: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    In the main room, there are eleven tables for individual and small group work, equipped with power sockets, lamps and wifi, ideal for learning and working in a quiet environment.

  • Reading corner with sofa to hire for events Photo: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    In the lounge, the comfortable sofas and armchairs invite you to read in a cosy and relaxed setting, surrounded by art books. Small events, such as concerts, can also be held in this section of the room.

  • Meeting room for events in Lisbon Photo: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The meeting room, which has space for ten to twelve people, is perfect for group work and project meetings. The room is equipped with a whiteboard and projector and can be booked in advance.

  • Library terrace to hire for events Foto: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The reading garden is an extension of the library, where users can use the tables and chairs for reading and working in a green environment. This event venue in Lisbon has space for 12 seated, 30 standing people and is accessible only through the library.

  • Space to rent for reading sessions Photo: John Wolf © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The library is the ideal spot for reading or film sessions in a cozier atmosphere.

Classrooms and offices

The Goethe-Institut also offers ten flexible classrooms and offices, equipped with interactive whiteboards to facilitate courses, workshops, or meetings. With capacities ranging from 16 to 25 people, these spaces provide a comfortable environment for courses, workshops or meetings. Ideal for anyone seeking meeting rooms or training spaces in central Lisbon.

  • Classroom to hire for events Photo: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The Goethe-Institut in Lisbon has 10 classrooms with a capacity of 16 to 25 people each.

  • Classroom for hire for events in Lisbon Photo: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    Thanks to the WLAN connection, interactive whiteboards and flexible furniture, the classrooms can be used not only for courses, but also for events in Lisbon, such as meetings and workshops.

  • Classroom to rent for workshop Photo: José Vicente © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    All classrooms are equipped with touchboards with the latest technology.

  • German class in the room for hire Photo: João Basílio © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The rooms have adaptable furniture ideal for a varied range of events, like groupwork or workshops.

  • Group activity in the event room Photo: João Basílio © Goethe-Institut Portugal

    The classrooms and offices are also ideal event venues to hold meetings in a more informal and creative setting.

German courses

In addition to hosting events, the Goethe-Institut is renowned for its German language courses. Our classrooms, with modern equipment and flexible layouts, provide the perfect environment for language learning. We organise German courses for all levels and ages, certified by DGERT. With the official Goethe-Zertifikat German exams and the specific exams for academic purposes, you can prove your knowledge for job applications and higher education. Learn more about our German courses in Portugal and how we can support your educational journey.

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