The Bed and Breakfast Rome Vatican is glad to give you a general information to make your stay in the centre of Rome more enjoyable.

Currency exchange: The local currency is euro. “Cambio” means money change, so look for signs. The best places to change money are definetely the banks, some of which now have ATM machines outside that change bills, you can also change at “cambio” offices.

Tourist information: There is an information desk in the airport (where you can get a general map), for more info contact Ente Provinciale per il turismo (via Parigi, 11 – metro line A to Repubblica stop-Repubblica), accross the street from the train station.

Pubblic transportation: Rome’s got the Metropolitana (Metro), which is pretty fast and not too confusing. There are two underground lines, A and B; entrance have signs with big red M’s. The best way to ride the city from Rome Vatican Bed and Breakfast is by bus, many lines are just round the corner of our B&B Vatican Rome. Tickets can be bought at vending machines at the stations, or you can get books of tickets at places that sell cigs, which is really the easiest thing to do if you are going to ride a lot. For more info about bus lines see the web site www.atac.roma. it Bus tickets are sold at the train station, “tabacchi”, some bars or newsstands. Usually you can’t get on to a bus without a ticket.

Local Laws and Police: in Rome, you will mainly encounter two types of police: the polizia (tel. 113) and the carabinieri (tel.112). The Polizia is a civil force under the command of the Ministry of the Interior, whereas the carabinieri falls under the auspices of the Ministry of Defence and is considered to be a military force; both however, generally serve the same purpose-to maintain security and order in the country. In the case of attack or robbery either of these forces will respond to inquiries for help. Personal safety and valuables Exploring and travelling: to avoid unwanted attention, try to blend in as much as possible. Respecting local customs (in many cases, dressing more conservatively than you would at home) may placate would-be hecklers. Anyway, consider the Vatican area one of the most safe area in Rome. Never leave your belongings unattended; crime occurs in even the most demure-looking hostel or hotel. Be particularly careful on buses and trains; carry your backpack or wallet where you can see, and think about them all the time. Horror stories abound about determined thieves who wait for foreigner travelers, especially in crowded buses. There are a few steps you can take to minimize the financial risk associated with travelling. First, bring as little with you as possible. Second, buy a few combination padlocks to secure your belongings in your pack. Third, bring as little cash as possible. In a large city like Rome, con artists often work in groups and may utilize children. Never trust an un-uniformed “station porter” who insists on carrying your bag or stowing it in the baggage compartment if you travel by train. Pickpockets abound in the centre of Rome.