

Rome's central train station is more than the nexus of incoming and outgoing railroad traffic; it is also a perfect example of how fascist and post-war architecture coexist in the same space. The inside of the station is a hub of activity: the main point of departure and arrival for both national and international trains as well as a busy conglomeration of shops, bars and cafés. The tourist information located inside the station is an excellent resource for people visiting Rome for the first time.
The Piazza dei Cinquecento, which serves as the city's bus terminal, is right next to the station. If you ever get lost, this is the best place to go since almost every bus line in Rome begins its trajectory here. The square is a lively and noisy place, not all together surprising considering that this is the city's hub for public transport. During the day, the square is brimming with life and activity, filled with people coming and going. At night the milieu changes considerably, and the area turns into a less than desirable place to spend the nocturnal hours.