Congress venue
To allow participants to fully enjoy the city, the organizing committee has decided that the scientific sessions will be held at the Fondazione OIKIA multifunctional hall, located in the Prati district—a charming area very close to Lepanto Metro Station, offering easy access to strategic spots in the city (for example, St. Peter’s Square is just a 25-minute walk away, and Piazza del Popolo less than 15 minutes).
How to reach Oikia
From Termini Train Station (Central Station)
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Metro: Take Metro Line A (Direction: Battistini).
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Stop: Get off at Lepanto.
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Walking (approx. 4 mins): Once you exit the station, walk down Via Marcantonio Colonna towards Via degli Scipioni. Turn right onto Via degli Scipioni; number 270C is just a few steps away.
From Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
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Leonardo Express Train: A non-stop train to Termini Station (departs every 15-30 mins, travel time: 32 mins). From Termini, follow the Metro A directions above.
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SIT Bus Shuttle: A direct shuttle bus that stops at Via Crescenzio 2 (Vatican/Prati area). From the stop, it is a 10-12 minute walk or a very short taxi ride to the venue.
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Taxi: The journey takes about 45-60 minutes. We recommend using only official white taxis located at the airport's designated stands.
From Ciampino Airport (CIA)
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Shuttle Bus: Take a shuttle bus (such as Terravision or SIT) to Termini Station. From there, take Metro Line A to the Lepanto stop.
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Taxi: The journey takes about 40-50 minutes.
Travel Tips for Attendees:
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Tap & Go: You don’t need to buy a paper ticket for the Metro or buses. You can simply tap your contactless credit/debit card or smartphone (Apple Pay/Google Pay) directly at the gates.
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Taxi Apps: We suggest downloading FreeNow or itTaxi to book and pay for taxis easily throughout the city.
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Navigation: Google Maps and Citymapper are very accurate for real-time public transport schedules in Rome.
The Prati district
in Rome
One of Rome's most elegant and residential district
Located on the right bank of the Tiber, adjacent to the Vatican City, it offers a chic and safe environment that blends historic charm with modern urban vitality.
Why you will love the area:
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Prime Location: Within walking distance of the Vatican Museums and Castel Sant'Angelo. The historic city center is easily accessible across the Tiber’s monumental bridges.
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Dining & Shopping: Home to Via Cola di Rienzo, one of Rome's premier shopping destinations. The area is famous for its sophisticated wine bars, historic cafes, and high-end restaurants.
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Architecture: Known for its wide, tree-lined boulevards and stunning Art Nouveau (Liberty) buildings, including the majestic "Palazzaccio" (Palace of Justice).
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Transportation: Excellent connections via Metro Line A (Ottaviano and Lepanto stations), providing a direct link to Termini Central Station.
Where
to stay
Where to sleep
The B Place Hotel: via degli Scipioni 239
Hotel NH Collection Roma Giustiniano: via Virgilio 1
Residenza Scipioni Luxury Rooms: situato in via degli Scipioni 153
Hotel NH Collection: via dei Gracchi 324
Hotel Farnese: via A. Farnese 30
Scipioni Suites: via degli Scipioni 121
94 Rooms Vatican: via degli Scipioni 113