Tour of Monte Mario
The John Felice Rome Center, JFRC, is located in the upper Balduina district on Monte Mario, Rome's highest hill. The JFRC's multi-level, residential complex is set in the midst of five beautiful acres of land. The neighborhood is home to affluent diplomats, senators, judges and other distinguished families.
Bus
A few blocks walking from the JFRC is a bus stop which students can wait to take the 990 or 913 bus to the Vatican City area. Students can purchase bus tickets for 1 Euro each at the Porter's Desk at the Rome Center. They can also purchase bus tickets at Tobacco Shops found on many street corners.
Bank
Students will find a bank just ten minutes walking from the JFRC where they can use the ATM machine, Bancomat. There are many places throughout the city of Rome where ATM machines are found. More information about finances in Rome can be found here.
Food and Drink
Have a taste for a fresh Italian pastry and cappucino, perhaps you are looking for a pizza margherita, or a scoop of the famous gelato, or maybe you are looking for some fresh Italian vegetables and fruits...look no further. You will find all of this and more, just a few minutes from your new home at the JFRC. Enjoy!
Supplies
Forgot your towels? Dying to try some Italian shampoo? Need a new outfit? Maybe a gift for someone's birthday? UPIM has all of this. Head on down to the UPIM for basic items that you might need. If you need to purchase a cell phone, there are stores near the UPIM that allow you to do this. There are also electronic stores if you need to buy an alarm clock, etc. The Rome Center will supply sheets, blankets and pillow.
Pharmacy
If you are feeling under the weather and need to see a physician, The Rome Center offers on-campus consultation with an English-speaking Italian physician during two regularly scheduled hours each week during the fall and spring semester. The physician may examine students, write prescriptions, and/or recommend follow-up attention at private or state facilities in the area. The infirmary does not provide medication. Medication can be obtained easily at a local pharmacy. Students with chronic medical problems for which they routinely take an antibiotic should know the name of the antibiotic when they arrive in Rome. The physician can generally call in the prescription as long as the student knows the name of the antibiotic. Students who take regular prescriptions should talk with their doctor before traveling to Rome and if possible, take enough medication to last the whole time while abroad.
Neighborhood
The neighborhood of Monte Mario is very beautiful with lots of trees and greenery. Just by stepping out of the doors of the JFRC, students will have the opportunity to see local Italians living their lives. The excitement of the city of downtown Rome is just a bus ride away! After exploring and sightseeing, students return to our little oasis above the city on Via Massimi.
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