Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
UXLx: User Experience Lisbon is an annual four-day conference designed for UX professionals to master the human side of design and explore the impact of AI.
Taking place from 11 to 14 May 2027 at the PT Meeting Center in Lisbon, this event will feature leadership and strategy masterclasses, hands-on workshops, and inspirational talks from world-renowned UX experts.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with hundreds of designers, researchers, and leaders from around the globe.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: UXLx: User Experience Lisbon runs from 11 to 14 May 2027 at PT Meeting Center, Lisbon, Portugal.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event focuses on the human side of design and the impact of AI, attracting hundreds of UX professionals.
- 3Organiser: UXLx is organised by Xperienz, a leading UX consultancy in Portugal.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include designers, researchers, and industry leaders from around the world.
- 5Entry / Access: Early bird tickets are now on sale, providing access to masterclasses, workshops, and talks.
Why visit
Attending UXLx provides a unique opportunity to learn from top UX experts and gain insights into the latest design techniques. Network with industry peers and explore innovative ideas that can be applied to your projects. Experience the vibrant culture of Lisbon while participating in engaging workshops and talks.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at UXLx allows companies to showcase their latest products and services to a targeted audience of UX professionals. Gain visibility among key decision-makers and establish valuable connections that can lead to future collaborations. Participate in discussions that shape the future of user experience design.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
UX designers looking to enhance their skills
Product managers interested in user-centered design
Researchers exploring the impact of AI on UX
Marketing professionals seeking insights into user behavior
Students studying design and user experience
Industry leaders sharing best practices and innovations
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Companies offering UX design tools and software
Agencies specializing in user research and testing
Educational institutions providing UX training
Consultancies focused on digital transformation
Tech companies showcasing AI solutions for UX
Startups with innovative design solutions
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
UX design tools and software
User research and testing services
Educational resources for UX professionals
AI solutions for enhancing user experience
Digital transformation consultancy services
Networking opportunities for UX professionals
Location & Facilities
Venue
PT Meeting Center
Lisbon, Portugal
Facilities
Parking
PT Meeting Center in Lisbon typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: PT Meeting Center in Lisbon typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at PT Meeting Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
Visitor countries
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Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Lisbon, Portugal
Why it matters
On 2027-05-11 to 2027-05-14, UXLx: User Experience Lisbon in Lisbon covering UX design tools and software, User research and testing services, Educational resources for UX professionals, AI solutio gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Lisbon Humberto Delgado
to venue
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Budget guesthouses and hostels near Oriente (approx. tier)
Parque das Nações / Orienteapprox. 5-15 min walk or one Metro stop to venue
USD 60–100 / night
Simplest option for solo attendees who want to walk to PT Meeting Center; book early because inventory in this tier is limited.
3-star hotels, Parque das Nações (approx. tier)
Parque das Naçõesapprox. 5-15 min walk to venue
USD 110–175 / night
Practical mid-budget choice for the conference week, with restaurants and the riverside promenade within walking distance.
4-star conference hotels, Oriente and Parque das Nações (approx. tier)
Oriente station / Parque das Naçõesapprox. 5-12 min walk to venue
USD 165–250 / night
Closest full-service business tier to the venue and Oriente transport hub; typical choice for speakers and sponsor teams.
Central Lisbon 4-star hotels (Baixa, Chiado, Avenida) (approx. tier)
Central Lisbonapprox. 15-25 min by Metro red or green line to Oriente, plus walk to venue
USD 160–245 / night
Better for evening restaurants and sightseeing, at the cost of a daily commute to Parque das Nações.
5-star riverside hotels, Parque das Nações (approx. tier)
Parque das Nações riverfrontapprox. 5-10 min walk to venue
USD 250–410 / night
Premium band with river views and full service; rates rise sharply during major Lisbon congress weeks in May.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
metro
Estimated costUSD 2.50-6 single metro/light-rail journey (contactless)
Best forAeroporto (LIS) to Oriente on the red line, then walk to PT Meeting Center
The red line connects the airport directly to Oriente station; the venue is roughly a 10-minute walk along the Parque das Nações waterfront. Buy or top up a navegante card at the airport station machines.
metro
Estimated costUSD 2.50-6 single metro/light-rail journey (contactless)
Best forCentral Lisbon (Baixa-Chiado / Alameda) to Oriente
Red or green line to Alameda then red line to Oriente is the usual route from central hotels; allow 20-30 minutes door to door including the walk.
bus
Estimated costUSD 2.50-6 single metro/light-rail journey (contactless)
Best forCarris buses serving Parque das Nações and Oriente
Useful for hotels not on the Metro network; several Carris routes stop near Oriente and the Expo area. Confirm line numbers on the Carris site for the date you travel.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. USD taxi/rideshare from LIS to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forLisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) to PT Meeting Center
Taxis queue outside arrivals; the trip is short but can stretch to 30 minutes in rush hour. Ask for Parque das Nações / Oriente rather than a street address.
ride-hail
Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forAirport or central Lisbon to PT Meeting Center
Bolt and Uber operate in Lisbon. Pick-up at the airport is from the designated ride-hail zone outside arrivals; surge pricing is common during conference mornings.
train
Estimated costUSD 12-28 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forCP urban trains to Oriente from Santa Apolonia and the northern line
Oriente is a major CP and long-distance hub, convenient if you are combining UX Lisbon with travel elsewhere in Portugal.
parking
Estimated costApprox. EUR 5-12 per day in nearby car parks (estimate; confirm rates with the venue)
Best forPT Meeting Center / Parque das Nações car parks
Paid underground and surface parking serves the venue and Oriente. Driving into Lisbon means tolls on some motorways and heavy morning traffic on the Vasco da Gama corridor.
walking
Estimated costNo fare
Best forOriente station to PT Meeting Center
About 10 minutes on foot along the Parque das Nações promenade, flat and step-free for most of the route.
Weather
Lisbon in May is mild and changeable: typical daytime highs around 21-24 C, nights around 13-15 C, with roughly 5-8 rain days across the month and an Atlantic breeze along the Parque das Nações waterfront. Treat these as climatological averages, not a forecast, and check a seven-day forecast about a week before travel. Mornings in the exhibition halls can be cool before the doors open.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Portugal has reliable 4G/5G coverage including Parque das Nações and the Metro network. EU/EEA SIMs roam at domestic rates under EU roaming rules; visitors from outside the EU should buy a local prepaid SIM (MEO, NOS, Vodafone) or an eSIM before landing. Conference venues usually provide Wi-Fi in session rooms and public areas, but workshop bandwidth is shared, so tether or use a local data plan for live demos.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language and greetings
Portuguese is the local language, but conference and hotel staff in Lisbon generally work in English. A greeting such as 'bom dia' on entering a shop or meeting room is appreciated; handshakes are standard in business settings.
Meal times
Lunch runs roughly 12:30-14:30 and dinner rarely starts before 20:00. Restaurants around Parque das Nações fill quickly after conference sessions end, so book ahead for group dinners.
Tipping
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving around 5-10 percent is common in restaurants; small change is fine for cafes and taxis.
Getting around and local etiquette
Lisbon is walkable but hilly outside the flat Parque das Nações area; wear shoes suited to cobbles and steep streets. Keep an eye on belongings on crowded trams and in tourist areas, and queue politely for Metro lifts and venue cloakrooms.
Business culture at a design conference
Portuguese product teams are well represented at UX Lisbon, and conversations tend to be informal and relationship-led. Exchange details early in the week and follow up in writing rather than expecting an immediate commitment on the exhibition floor.
Money and payments
Portugal uses the euro. Cards and contactless payments are widely accepted, including in taxis and at the venue, but carrying a small amount of cash is useful for small cafes and market stalls.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: LIS
Book into Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS), the closest airport to PT Meeting Center and a TAP Air Portugal hub with direct connections across Europe, North America and Brazil. For long-haul origins, one-stop routings via Madrid, Frankfurt, Amsterdam or Paris usually price well. Aim to land the day before your first session so a delay does not cost you the opening keynote, and leave a buffer for Schengen passport control, which can queue at peak arrival times. Book flexible or refundable fares where possible, and check baggage allowances if you are carrying workshop equipment or demo hardware.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS). Allow road or rail time to PT Meeting Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near PT Meeting Center: Parque das Nações / Oriente: Budget guesthouses and hostels near Oriente (approx. tier); Parque das Nações: 3-star hotels, Parque das Nações (approx. tier); Oriente station / Parque das Nações: 4-star conference hotels, Oriente and Parque das Nações (approx. tier).
Ride-hail: Bolt and Uber both operate in Lisbon, including pick-ups at Lisbon Humberto Delgado and Parque das Nações. From the airport to the venue expect roughly 15-25 minutes and surge pricing at peak times; from central Lisbon allow 15-25 minutes. Use the designated ride-hail pick-up zones at the airport and at Oriente station, and confirm the driver's plate before getting in. Ride-hail is the easiest late-night option once the Metro has closed.
Public transit: Lisbon's Metro is the workhorse for conference travel: the red line links Aeroporto and Oriente, and Oriente is a 10-minute walk from PT Meeting Center. Carris buses and the 15E tram cover the riverside and central districts as a backup. Load a rechargeable navegante card (available at Metro station machines) to cover Metro, Carris buses and trams at lower single-journey rates; contactless bank-card travel is being rolled out, so check what is live when you arrive. Services run from around 06:30 to 01:00 on most lines.
Parking: PT Meeting Center sits within the Parque das Nações complex, served by paid underground and surface car parks shared with Oriente station and the Vasco da Gama shopping centre. Day rates typically sit well below airport parking, but spaces thin out during large congresses; arrive before 08:30 on conference days. Confirm current tariffs and whether the venue offers exhibitor permits directly with PT Meeting Center, and note that Lisbon traffic on the A1 and Vasco da Gama bridge approaches is heavy in the morning peak.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May (for the edition dated May 2027 on the organiser site; confirm exact dates at ux-lx.com)
Temperature: Typical daytime highs around 21-24 C and night-time lows around 13-15 C; halls and session rooms can feel cooler than the outdoor temperature.
Seasonality: Late spring in Lisbon: mostly bright days with occasional Atlantic showers and roughly 5-8 rain days across May. Wind picks up along the Parque das Nações riverfront, so a light layer helps on the walk between hotels and the venue.
Packing: Pack layers rather than heavy coats: shirts and a light jumper for sessions, a compact rain shell or umbrella for showers, and comfortable walking shoes for the Oriente-to-venue walk and cobbled streets in central Lisbon. Bring a type C/F plug adapter (Portugal uses 230V), a refillable water bottle, a laptop and charger for workshops, and a power bank for long conference days.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at UXLx: User Experience Lisbon usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your UX Lisbon registration tier (talks, workshops or combined) and print or save the confirmation with any QR code the organiser issues.
T-2
Book the Lisbon hotel now if you have not already; Parque das Nações rooms sell out fastest around major congress weeks in May.
T-3
Check passport validity (six months beyond travel is a safe rule for Schengen entry) and confirm whether your nationality needs a Schengen short-stay visa.
T-4
Reserve flights into Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) and plan to arrive the day before your first session; morning traffic on the A1 and Vasco da Gama corridor can be slow.
T-5
Download the Lisbon Metro (Metropolitano de Lisboa) and Carris apps, and load a rechargeable navegante card or contactless option for the red line to Oriente.
T-6
Review the ux-lx.com/schedule and mark talks or workshops that clash; design conferences often run parallel tracks.
T-7
Pack for mild spring weather: layers, a compact umbrella or rain shell, and a type C/F plug adapter for Portugal.
T-8
Check the weather forecast for Parque das Nações and confirm the venue entrance and registration opening time on the organiser site.
T-9
Charge devices and power banks, download offline maps, and plan your route from the hotel to PT Meeting Center, including the walk from Oriente station.
T-10
Arrive 30-45 minutes before the opening keynote for badge collection and security, and check the room allocations on the venue screens.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at PT Meeting Center
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2UXLx: User Experience Lisbon registration concourse
PT Meeting Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
PT Meeting Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$190.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether UXLx: User Experience Lisbon fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For UXLx: User Experience Lisbon, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing UX design tools and software and User research and testing services solutions and benchmarking suppliers at UXLx: User Experience Lisbon in Lisbon.
Min. budget
$970.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching UX design tools and software and User research and testing services products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$4,365.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Lisbon show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is UX Lisbon and who is it for?
UX Lisbon (also written UX Lx) is a Lisbon-based conference for product design, user research, content design and design-engineering practitioners. The programme mixes talks, workshops and community sessions aimed at designers, researchers, design leads and the product managers and engineers who work alongside them. Check ux-lx.com/schedule for the confirmed lineup of the edition you plan to attend.
Where is UX Lisbon held?
The venue referenced for this edition is PT Meeting Center (the former FIL complex) in Parque das Nações, Lisbon's eastern riverside district next to Gare do Oriente. Confirm the exact hall and entrance on ux-lx.com before travelling, as multi-hall venues can change access points between editions.
How do I get to PT Meeting Center from Lisbon Airport?
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) is roughly 7-10 km from Parque das Nações. The simplest public option is the Metro red line towards Aeroporto-Oriente (Oriente station), then an approximately 10-minute walk to the venue. A taxi or ride-hail is usually 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. Allow extra time on the first morning for registration queues.
Is the conference programme in English?
UX Lisbon draws an international speaker roster and sessions are typically delivered in English. Confirm language, captioning and any interpreted sessions on the schedule page for the edition you attend.
Are workshops included in the main ticket?
Workshop and talk passes are commonly sold separately at design conferences, including UX Lisbon. Check the registration page on ux-lx.com for what each pass type covers, capacity limits and the cancellation terms before you book.
Do I need a visa to attend from outside the EU?
Portugal is in the Schengen area. Many nationalities, including EU/EEA citizens, UK, US, Canadian, Australian and Japanese passport holders, can enter visa-free for short business trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay visa applied for in advance. Verify your own case with the Portuguese consulate or the Vistos portal before booking flights.
Should I stay near Parque das Nações or in central Lisbon?
Staying in Parque das Nações keeps the walk to PT Meeting Center short and suits a conference-heavy schedule. Central Lisbon (Baixa, Chiado, Avenida da Liberdade) gives more evening options and is roughly 15-25 minutes from Oriente by Metro red line. Both work; book early because May is a busy month in Lisbon.
Is the venue accessible?
PT Meeting Center is a purpose-built exhibition and congress complex with step-free access and lifts between levels. For specific requirements such as hearing loops, accessible seating or a companion pass, contact the organiser through ux-lx.com in advance so arrangements can be made.
What should I bring to the conference?
A laptop for workshops, chargers and a European plug adapter (Portugal uses type C/F, 230V), a light rain layer for changeable May weather, and comfortable shoes for a large venue. Bring a refillable bottle; Portuguese tap water is drinkable.
Glossary
- UX research
- The practice of studying users (interviews, usability tests, diary studies, analytics) to inform product decisions; a core track at UX Lisbon, where research leads compare methods, tooling and research-ops models.
- Usability testing
- Observing representative users attempting tasks in a prototype or live product to find friction; conference sessions typically cover moderated vs unmoderated formats and how teams turn findings into design fixes.
- Design system
- A governed library of components, tokens and usage rules shared across products; UX Lisbon talks and sponsor demos often focus on scaling a system across teams and keeping design and code in sync.
- Information architecture (IA)
- Structuring content, navigation and labelling so people can find things; IA work at product organisations covers taxonomies, navigation models and card-sorting inputs.
- Service design
- Designing end-to-end services across channels, front-stage and back-stage processes, and staff touchpoints; a recurring theme for teams working beyond a single screen.
- Accessibility (WCAG)
- Designing and building to recognised accessibility standards, usually the WCAG 2.2 success criteria; conference material commonly covers audits, inclusive research recruitment and design-token contrast rules.
- Design ops
- The people, process and tooling discipline that keeps a design organisation running: hiring and levelling, critique rituals, design tooling administration and measuring design quality.
- Prototyping
- Building representative artefacts, from low-fidelity clickable flows to coded front-end components, to test an idea before full build; tool choice and fidelity trade-offs are frequent workshop topics.
- Content design
- Writing and structuring product language (microcopy, error states, onboarding) so it is clear and usable, usually paired with UX writing and localisation workflows.
- Journey mapping
- Visualising a user's path, emotions and pain points across touchpoints to align stakeholders on where to intervene; often paired with service blueprints at product conferences.
- Design sprint
- A time-boxed workshop format (commonly five days) that moves from problem framing to tested prototype; UX Lisbon workshops regularly teach facilitation variants of it.
- Quantitative vs qualitative research
- Numbers at scale (analytics, surveys, A/B tests) versus depth of understanding (interviews, contextual inquiry); mature teams triangulate both, and sessions at UX Lisbon frequently address combining them.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- UXLx 2027
- UX conference Lisbon
- UX design event
- UX workshops
- UX masterclasses
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- UXLx Lisbon 2027
- Lisbon Portugal
- Conference Lisbon 2027
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