Why learn Italian in Salerno?
A language stay in Salerno gives you real southern Italian life without the crowds. The Lungomare Trieste, a long seafront promenade, is where families stroll at sunset. Behind it, the old town climbs towards the hills, with narrow lanes, the cathedral of San Matteo and the Minerva Garden, linked to Salerno's famous medieval school of medicine. Pizza and buffalo mozzarella are at home here in Campania.
Salerno suits teenagers and students looking for an authentic Italian city, and adults who want culture, sea and good food at a gentle pace. Many of our partner schools offer general and intensive Italian courses. A placement test on arrival makes sure you start in the class that matches your level.
- Accredited partner schools in Salerno
- Host family or student accommodation, vetted and close to your lessons
- Placement test on arrival to join the right group
- Insurance and airport transfer taken care of
Your stay at a glance
Salerno highlights
Make the most of your time beyond the classroom: the places worth seeing, and the city at its best.
The events that bring Salerno to life
From major festivals to once-a-year traditions, these are the moments that give the city its own rhythm.
Luci d'Artista
November to January
Artistic light installations transform the city's streets for the holidays.
Barbuti Festival
Summer
Open-air theatre, music and dance in a historic old town square.
Feast of Saint Matthew
September
The patron saint's procession through the old town, followed by fireworks.
Frequently asked questions
Salerno is a real Italian city where English is less common than in the big tourist hubs, so you speak Italian from day one. A language stay in Salerno combines lessons with seaside evenings, excellent food and day trips to Amalfi, Pompeii or Paestum, all at a relaxed southern rhythm.
None at all. Our partner schools in Salerno welcome complete beginners as well as advanced speakers. You take a placement test when you arrive, then join a group at your level. If you're starting from zero, learning a few basic phrases before you leave will help you settle in.
Yes. Many of our partner schools offer preparation courses for the CELI and CILS certificates, both widely used to certify a level of Italian. Tell us your target level and exam date, and we'll recommend the course and duration that fit your plans.
Accommodation can be added to your stay. Living with a vetted host family is the best way to enjoy Italian home cooking and practise at the table. Student accommodation is another option, especially for older students and adults. We handle the booking from Brussels and send you all the details before departure.
Salerno has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters. July and August are ideal for sea and sun, but can be very warm. May, June and September offer pleasant temperatures for lessons and excursions. In winter, the Luci d'Artista light installations brighten the streets.
Salerno can be a good option for teenagers who want an authentic Italian experience. Programmes for younger students usually include supervised activities and host family accommodation. Minimum ages and junior options vary between schools, so contact us and we'll help you find a suitable programme for your teenager.