Microscopy at the Frontiers of Science Conference 2025
Location
The conference will take place at CIPF Centro de Investigación Príncipe Felipe, a biomedical research institution in which all its staff and collaborating personnel strive daily to obtain medical advances that benefit the health of all people.
The efforts of this institution in the development of its research have resulted in recognition by international organizations as one of the 10 best Spanish biomedical research institutions in the last three years.
Nowadays, the institution maintains a main scientific activity within the framework of four scientific programs and through eighteen (18) research groups, making progress in increasing the critical research mass.
Príncipe Felipe Research Center
Valencia, Spain
Calle de Eduardo Primo Yúfera, 3
46012, Valencia, Spain
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How to arrive
Visa Information
Correct as of July 2023Visa and Travel Documents
- The use of National ID cards is no longer permitted
- A valid passport is required to travel to the UK
- Check if a visa is needed and apply online here – www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
- As of July 2023, nationals of Dominica, Honduras, Timor-Leste, Vanuatu and Namibia need a visa to enter the UK.
Process and Cost
- Apply from 3 months before travelling or as soon as possible
- Attend a biometric appointment at local Visa Application Centre
- Application process might take around 20 working days
- Cost for Standard Visa – £100 per applicant
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
- Aimed at everyone wishing to travel to the UK for tourism, business or transiting through the UK (including if you’re not going through UK border control)
- Not required for visitors with:
- a British or Irish passport
- permission to live, work or study in the UK
- a visa to enter the UK
Process, Validity and Cost
- Online application via the UK ETA app, or online on www.gov.uk
- Decision within 3 days or less
- Valid for 2 years and for multiple entries
- £10 per applicant (including children and babies)
Timeline
- From 15 November 2023, nationals of Qatar
- From 22 February 2024, nationals of:
- Bahrain
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- By the end of 2024, all nationals (except British and Irish, and those already requiring a visa)
More information – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/electronic-travel-authorisation-eta
Book your stay
Valencia has a wide accommodation offer, please feel free to book your stay at your own convenience.
Here are some recommendations of hotels near our venue
Hotel SH Valencia Palace 5* – Go to website
Located in a very quiet area of the city, just a few minutes walk from the city centre and only 10 minutes drive from the impressive City of Arts and Sciences.
- 30 min. walk away
- 10% discount.
- CODE: CNFCONFERENCIAMFS2025
- You can make your reservation until 23 August 2025.
- Available for stays between September 23 and 27, 2025.
Bookings with a code will only be valid if made through the website on a computer. It will not be available on mobile phones.
Hotel Soho Boutique – Go to website
The hotel is very well located, it is 300 meters from the Turia Gardens and 700 meters from the National Museum of Ceramics and Decorative Arts González Martí.
- 30 min. walk away
- 12% discount
- CODE: MFS25
- Available for stays between September 23 and 27, 2025.
Hotel Valencia Center – Go to website
Located in the modern Avenida de Francia, a few metres from the old Turia river and next to the famous City of Arts and Sciences.
- 20 min. walk away
- 14% discount.
- CODE: CENTERMFS25
- Available for stays between September 23 and 27, 2025.
Exe Rey Don Jaime – Go to website
Located very close to one of Valencia’s main attractions, the City of Arts and Sciences, this hotel offers its guests the perfect blend of leisure and wellness.
- 20 min. w30 min. walk away
- 12% discount
- CODE: MSF2025
- Available for stays between September 23 and 27, 2025.alk away
Hotel Ilunion Aqua 3* – Go to website
Explore Valencia from the comfort of this 3-star hotel located near the Oceanogràfic, one of the city’s major attractions.
- 20 min. walk away
Hotel Primus Valencia – Go to website
Located in a privileged enclave next to the City of Arts and Sciences and the Turia Gardens, in the most modern commercial area of Valencia.
- 20 min. walk away
- 175 per night per single room, breakfast included
- To make the reservation you have to send an email to comercial@hotelprimusvalencia.com and say the CODE: MFS 2025
- Available for stays between September 23 and 27, 2025.
- You can make your reservation until March 15, 2025.
You can find a comprehensive list of hotels and restaurants clicking in this link.
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Things to do in Valencia
The Mediterranean city, with more than 2,000 years of history, green spaces, various museums, historic buildings, lively squares with terraces to enjoy the sun, not to forget the long sandy beaches… The list is long, but here’s a selection of the essential things you need to do in Valencia.
It begins with a view of the historic centre and its rich artistic heritage. You can see the Holy Grail in the Cathedral; the Silk Exchange (Lonja de la seda), a jewel of civil Gothic; the Central Market, one of the most alive and appetizing in Europe; the ancient Roman ruins in the Almoina Museum, or go up to contemplate an unbeatable panoramic view of the city from the Miguelete or the Torres de Serrano.
Another must see, is the City of Arts and Sciences. We recommend you to combine it with a bike ride along the old course of the River Turia. The Turia Gardens cross the entire city, with the Cabecera Park and Bioparc at one end and the City of Arts and Sciences at the other, and more than eight kilometres of gardens to cover on your walk.
Also, you can’t miss enjoying a good Paella by the beach. Nine kilometres of fine sand and a stone’s throw from the centre. The beaches of València are waiting for you! You have the urban beaches of El Cabañal and La Malvarrosa, in the area of Poblados Marítimos, next to the famous neighbourhood of El Cabañal. A little further north continues the beach of Patacona, and to the south follow the beaches of Pinedo, La Devesa and El Saler, in the Natural Park of La Albufera. All of them have a blue flag, are accessible by public transport and have good restaurants to enjoy the gastronomy of the area.
And if you still have time, there are many things to see in Valencia. The city has more than 30 museums for everyone, from Fine Arts to Lead Soldiers, Science and IVAM. In addition, you must have to try the authentic Valencian horchata or a good hot chocolate with churros. The Colón Market, the Plaza de la Reina or the Plaza de la Virgen have good establishments for this and are also very atmospheric and interesting places to visit in Valencia.
Near Westimnster
- Roux at Parliament Square Michel Roux Jr’s elegant restaurant, serving contemporary European dishes in a grand period setting.
- Cellarium Cafe Breakfast and simple modern dishes in an airy, vaulted space with bright contemporary looks.
- Quirinale Upmarket basement Italian restaurant with big skylight window, serving traditional, seasonal dishes.
Near St James Park
- The Cinnamon Club Innovative Indian dishes served in book-lined former Victorian library with downstairs cocktail bar.
- Firecracker Cooking up all the most delicious recipes from the Far East for your enjoyment, plus four karaoke rooms.
- Blue Boar Smoked meats roasted and chargrilled and served in stylish candlelit rooms with contemporary art.