Why learn Italian in Florence?
A language stay in Florence means studying in the city of Dante, whose Florentine dialect became the foundation of modern Italian. Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, crowned by Brunelleschi's dome on the cathedral. Compact and walkable, the city lets you cross from the Uffizi to the Ponte Vecchio and into the artisan workshops of the Oltrarno in minutes.
Florence suits art and history lovers, students preparing for Italian universities or art academies, and adults who dream of combining lessons with food and wine. Gap-year travellers also find it an ideal base for exploring Tuscany. A placement test on arrival puts you in the right class from day one.
- Accredited partner schools in the historic centre of Florence
- Host family or student residence, vetted and close to your school
- Placement test on arrival so you join the right group
- Insurance and transfer from Florence Airport (Peretola) organised for you
Your stay at a glance
Florence highlights
Make the most of your time beyond the classroom: the places worth seeing, and the city at its best.
The events that bring Florence to life
From major festivals to once-a-year traditions, these are the moments that give the city its own rhythm.
Scoppio del Carro
Easter Sunday (March or April)
A centuries-old cart packed with fireworks explodes in front of the Duomo on Easter morning.
Calcio Storico Fiorentino
June
A rough historic football tournament in Renaissance costume, with the final on 24 June in Piazza Santa Croce.
Festa della Rificolona
September
On 7 September, children and families parade through Florence carrying colourful paper lanterns.
Frequently asked questions
Because Florence lets you learn Italian where it took shape, surrounded by the art and architecture that made the city famous. A language stay in Florence combines lessons with museums, markets and Tuscan cooking, and in such a compact centre, a conversation in Italian is never more than a few steps away.
You can start as a complete beginner. Our partner schools in Florence offer Italian courses from beginner to advanced level. A placement test on your first day places you in the right group, and some schools also offer optional cultural activities, from art history talks to cooking classes.
Yes. Many of our partner schools offer preparation for the CILS, CELI and PLIDA, the main official Italian language certificates. They are useful for university enrolment in Italy and for your CV. Tell us which certificate and level you're aiming for, and we'll suggest the right course length.
Accommodation can be included. A vetted host family is ideal for practising Italian at the dinner table, while a student residence gives you more independence. The centre is walkable, so we look for accommodation within easy reach of your school and confirm everything from Brussels.
Spring (April to June) and autumn (September and October) are the most pleasant seasons, with mild weather for exploring. July and August can be very hot and crowded. Winter is quieter and cooler, a good time for museums, and at Easter the traditional Scoppio del Carro takes place in front of the cathedral.
Florence can suit teenagers, particularly on summer programmes that combine lessons with supervised cultural visits and a host family. The centre is compact and easy to get around. Minimum ages vary by school, and some courses are for adults only. Contact us and we'll advise you on options that fit your teenager's age and level.
