Conference Travel, Lodging, and Accommodations
Arriving In Rome
Rome airport Fiumicino or Leonardo da Vinci airport of Rome lies 30 km southwest of Rome and is linked to the city by train and by road. The Leonardo Express train takes approximately 32 minutes to Termini station and costs 14€.
There are other (slower) trains that stop at each station and can bring you to Ostiense or Termini Station as well for around 8€. The train to Ostiense Station stops at many stations on the way. Be sure to stamp your ticket at the automatic box before you get on the train. From Ostiense Station and Termini Station, you can take the metro to FAO and nearby hotels. Metro tickets cost 1.50€ and are valid for 75 minutes.
There is a fixed rate of 48€ charged by taxi from the airport to the city center. In addition, there are airport buses from Fiumicino airport to the city center. The departure point of the bus is outside Terminal 3. You can arrive at Termini in 45 minutes (approximately) by paying 6€ with bus service.
Two alternative modes of transportation are available from Ciampino Airport to the city center of Rome. Bus service is available and costs 6€. When exiting the ARRIVALS terminal, you will find bus stop #2 on the left, from which the shuttles depart to Termini Train Station. You can reach the city center the fastest way by taking a taxi from Ciampino Airport for an average of 44€.
Electricity
Electricity in Rome is 220 Volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second. Participants from the United States, Australia, India, and China are advised to carry with them appropriate electrical outlet adaptors (plugs) that can be used in Europe for laptops and other electronic equipment.
Hotels Near FAO
The following hotels are within a reasonable walking, driving, or Metro distance from the conference location at FAO. The listed hotels are not endorsed by IFISH, The Northeast Center, or FAO, and availability is not guaranteed. This list is for reference only.
Hotel Name
Hotel Address
19 - 00153 Rome
25 Rome
00184 Rome
00185 Roma RM, Italy
00185 Roma RM, Italy
00183 Roma RM, Italy
00184 Rome
00153 Rome
00172 Rome
Distance to FAO-
Walking (W), Driving (D), Metro (M)
Phone
Approximate Cost per Night
FAO Headquarters
FAO Headquarters is located on Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, in front of Circo Massimo. It can be reached by car, bus, tram, and metro line B (Circo Massimo stop). To reach FAO from Termini Station you can take Metro Line B (direction Laurentina), three stops to Circo Massimo. The entrance to FAO is in front of you as you go up the steps from the underground station. Underground/bus/metro tickets can be purchased at any “Tabaccheria” (tobacconist’s shop), at the Airport and at Termini Station and from the automatic machines in the underground station (which is signposted and directly under Termini Station). To reach FAO from Termini Station you can also take Bus 75 (direction Poerio/Marino) and stop at Circo Massimo (be sure to stamp your ticket at the automatic box before you get on the bus).
ACCESS TO FAO HEADQUARTERS
When you arrive at FAO, please use the main entrance and go to the reception desk in the security pavilion. We kindly ask you to bring your identity card or passport with you. Once you have received the building pass, you can enter and exit the building without going to the reception desk. The building pass must always be worn.
Banks
You can carry out all banking operations within FAO, at the branch of Banca di Sondrio (ground floor, Building D). Opening hours are Monday-Friday, 8.40 to 16.30. Next to either Bank you will find cash dispensers accepting international bank cards, at your disposal 24 hours.
Bookshop
Located in headquarters on the ground floor of building B, the Food for Thought Bookshop offers a selection of English, French and Spanish language books, gift stationery, writing paper, gift-wrapping paper, greeting cards and guidebooks. Open from 8:00 to 17:00. For more information, call extension 53127.
COVID Procedure
Please use the below for COVID Procedure during IFISH6
Food Service
There are a number of food service options at FAO – use this chart for supplemental food choices:
Lost and Found
If you have lost or found something, please contact the Entrance Reception on the ground floor, Building A or the Guard Service, extension 54427.
Medical Services and Emergencies
A medical unit is permanently on duty Monday-Friday, 8.30 to 17 hours in Building B first floor, office 162, tel: 53400. For a serious emergency outside FAO, please call 118.
Meditation Room
A meditation area is available in Building A, second floor, room A 250.
Post Office
Also located on the ground floor of Building B. It is open on Monday-Wednesday- Friday, 8.30 to 15.00. Mailboxes are next to the Post Office. DHL: Located on the ground floor, room C005. Open from 9:00 to 12:30.
Telephones
FAO’s telephone number for a call made in Italy is 06 570 51; for a call made from abroad, it is (0039 06) 570 51. All extensions can be reached by dialing 06 570 (not necessary if calling from one of the phones located within FAO) followed by the 5-figure extension required. For telephone information or long-distance calls, please call Extension 11. To reach a number in Rome, first dial 0 and then digit the number 06, etc….
In an emergency dial the following numbers from any telephone in the Building:
Medical 30
Fire 33
Security 35
Switchboard 11
Travel Agency
You may call upon Carlson Wagonlit Travel agency located on the ground floor of FAO. The Agency is open Monday-Friday between 9.00 to 12.45 and 14 to 17. A small commission may be applied to travel operations.
Wireless Internet
Available in the Atrium and in some meeting rooms.
Login information:
Username: guest_internet
Password: wifi2internet
All correspondence concerning the meeting should be addressed to:
Florence Poulain, Fishery Officer
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, 00153
Rome, Italy
Room: F-621
Tel: +39 06 570 55772
You can email her here.
This page is updated when new information becomes available. Please check back soon for further updates.
Last Updated: December 12, 2023