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Florence ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Florence
What our students said about Florence
I didn't see that much of Florence because I was only there for a week. If you are interested in art, you can lose yourself in many interesting places here. You can easily reach the airport and the train station by tram. But you should also be aware that Florence is overrun by tourists. This means that if you want to see a tourist attraction, you probably have to queue and many restaurants seem to be geared towards tourists. They are overpriced and don't necessarily offer the fantastic food you would normally expect in Italy.
Germany
The city is suffocating in mass tourism, in rubbish, the public transport with buses is an adventure and a disaster. Gentle and sustainable tourism for those really interested in culture is not offered, appreciated or established enough. Online booking for Galeria degli Uffizi and Galeria Academia and museums is too complicated and tedious, sometimes it doesn't work properly. With some shops and restaurants you have to be careful not to get ripped off, but with most of them it's not a problem.
Germany
I wasn't that interested in nightlife, nor in shopping. Florence is a very beautiful city. It's a pity that you have to walk a long way to get to the river and that the city is not very green. Florence is something for the rich when it comes to shopping. But I like to wander the streets and breathe in the atmosphere. The Parco delle Rose is very beautiful and the Oltrano district and some places where not all the money tourists walk around.
Germany
The school management does not realise that some colleagues do not feel that their concerns are being taken seriously or that they no longer feel comfortable, which leads to an increasing deterioration in the climate in general and in motivation and morale. There is perhaps a lack of empathy and leadership skills here, which - admittedly - are required of teachers.
Germany
Beautiful city that we already knew. Public transport is generally good, but sometimes a VERY long wait. Florence is not cheap (but which city is), in the center even really expensive, but if you go more to the suburbs it is doable. Groceries are more expensive than in the Netherlands. And with regard to safety: PAY ATTENTION -> there are plenty of pickpockets!
Netherlands
Florence has always been a beautiful multi-faceted city. Saturday crowds in the centre are like those at Disneyworld. It is over-touristed, which the locals accept with tired grace. Everyone switches into English. So a student of Italian gets less chance to practice. One has to look for out of the way places to speak to locals in Italian.
Canada
A very lively, vibrant, multicultural city with an incredible number of sights - unfortunately, this means that there are far too many tourists in the centre.... Unfortunately, my bike was stolen and an acquaintance's wallet was stolen... unfortunately, that also comes with the crowds. Nevertheless, I had a super nice, inspiring time.
Germany
Beautiful city. So many breath taking and historical landmarks. The streets themselves are amazing to get lost in and just appreciate the architecture of the city and all the houses. Food was to die for. Can be a little touristy in the summer but definitely nowhere near as bad as Rome.
Canada
In the city centre there are rather small supermarkets in side streets, but you can find what you need. Sometimes very expensive portions in restaurants with small portions, best to check reviews beforehand. There are really good restaurants that are affordable and super tasty.
Germany
It seemed to me that Florence has a lot of bars for nightlife, but I did not have time to explore it, so I can not rate it. In general, in Florence you need to go to museums, because it is a city of art. You can also walk a lot and for a long time, eat, do shopping.
Russia
As long as one can stay in the calmer parts of the city everything is great. Florence has to think carefully about the fact that more and more and even more tourists will soon compromise the quality hard enough to make it less worthwhile to visit this great place.
Switzerland
We bought the wrong ticket for the bus, so we had to pay extra. In addition, there are cars all over the city, so you have to watch out all the time not to get run over. I found it a bit stressful. The gardens outside were very beautiful. So was our accommodation.
Switzerland
Beautiful and interesting city with excellent roads and effective transportation. The only bad thing is that there are many tourists. It would be excellent to move the Senior Italian course to a month later, that is, at the beginning of October.
Mexico
It is a very beautiful city that is definitely worth a visit. In the city centre (not only there) you will find the historical buildings and museums. But it is also not far on foot to enjoy nature on the outskirts of the city.
Germany
Florence is a great city. But for me personally, there were far too many tourists. For my next stay in Italy, I would choose a smaller city with a beautiful landscape or where you can quickly get to the countryside / nature.
Germany
It's really very touristy. So I think that's a really big negative. I went there because I wanted to see the museums. But after the touristy things, I mainly stayed away from the center. It is beautiful but far too busy.
Netherlands
Florence is a beautiful city with many friendly, open-minded locals, with a wide range of cultural and shopping opportunities, cafés, bars and restaurants. Mild temperatures in November. We would love to come back.
Germany
FLORENCE is a beautiful city! Fantastic, interesting with so much history and art flooding its streets. Culture, museums, lots of activity and there are so many things to discover. I will return without a doubt.
Spain
A really nice size of city. Plenty to see and do but also not overwhelming. I would not recommend it in high season as even in low season the main tourist sights eg the Uffizi were impossible to get into.
England UK
It is a city filled with art and history, however it is over run with tourists. Even though I was a tourist too, I tried to stay away from the other tourists and associate with the people of Florence.
What school directors said about Florence
It is a safe city and an "open air museum". The city of Florence is used to welcome students and tourists from all over the world and during the whole year.
Florence is well known all over the world for its monuments and artistic masterpieces.It is culturally very lively in all seasons but it is also a people-orientated and love-able town. Florence is beautiful 365 days per year.
A rich historical legacy as well as vibrant contemporary developments make FLORENCE one of the most famous cities in the world. Here was born and continued to evolve the Italian language.
We are proud and very fortunate to have the whole city as a single, great classroom available to us and to our students. An open-air museum, a three-dimensional encyclopedia of art, a miracle of beauty and harmony; in reality, Florence is much more: it is a living and breathing place, in which the word culture acquires a wider meaning, merging with the lifestyle and with the very idea of humanism.
Florence is the most important Italian city to learn Italian thanks to its great literary heritage and to the cultural patrimony of the Renaissance.
Because it's one of the most beautiful city in the world and above all it is unique.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Florence
Except for one of the 3 teachers, the lessons were very good.
2 May 2024
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 72 years
A small to medium size school means a more intimate, personalised experience. Well run, clean, modern facilities in an easily accessible location. Friendly and knowledgeable teachers.
26 April 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 61 years
I love it. Everything was perfect, the classrooms, teachers, environment and location.
13 April 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 18 years
The lessons were great, very well structured and a lot of fun at the same time. Katharina is a great teacher.
The atmosphere in the school is very pleasant, the courses are small, the teachers are competent and friendly. I would love to come back
4 April 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 64 years
The school is very good, the quality of teaching and progress is very good. As for the teachers, especially two
MARIELLA AND DANIELA are TOP, they do a great job on grammar, conversation and the classes are very fun and easy to understand. They make you progress quickly. The activities and excursions they offer make it a very complete and effective intensive course.
18 March 2024
Course: Super Intensive - Top - 2 weeks
Student age: 48 years
Information about Florence
- Safest city in Italy.
- Fantastic art, history and culture to explore.
- Lots of good shopping spots.
- Great location to explore the North of Italy with large cities nearby.
- Long queues for popular attractions.
- Can feel very hot and sticky in the summer months.
Key Facts about Florence
- Price index excluding rent: 85* (15% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 59* (41% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:73* (27% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Italy average):
0.00 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Florence
Events in Florence
13 April 2024 - 13 June 2024The first music festival ever in Italy, the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino began as an opera festival in 1933. It attracts some of the biggest names of the classical music genre from Italy and around the world.
24 June 2024Feast of Saint John, the patron saint of Florence. Countless events are organised around the city including boat races on the Arno, a historical parade, the final match of the Calcio Storico and even a nighttime marathon. The evening ends with a spectacular fireworks display.
24 June 2024Florence celebrates its patron saint, John, with a game of Calcio Storico, an early form of football. The game is played in period dress with competing teams representing the four quarters of the city.
07 September 2024The festa della Rificolona is a folk festival held every year in the heart of Florence. It includes a popular parade, music and myriad paper lanterns carried by children. The tradition dates back to the 12th century and celebrates the birthday of the Virgin Mary.
What to do in Florence
Arrival airports
Public transportation to city center:
Every 15 minutes, 12 minutes.
Main stops: Faccioli, Vivaldi
Taxi: 10 minutes drive to city center of Florence
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 75 minutes.
Main stops: Pisa Central Station, S. Frediano A Settimo, S. Miniato F., Montelupo Caprala, Le Piagge, Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Taxi: 80 minutes drive to city center of Florence
Public transportation to city center:
Every 15 minutes, 110 minutes.
Main stops: Beer, San Felice, Central Staton, Bologna Centrale, Firenze Santa Maria Novella – Unita'Italian/Farmacia Stazion, Rome Duomo, Orsanmichele, Canto Alla Quarconia, Ghibellina/Baiana Viaggi
Taxi: 90 minutes drive to city center of Florence
Q&A - Questions and answers about Florence
- Is it easy to get to Florence from Pisa airport?“From Pisa airport, you would need to get to Pisa Centrale train station (it's close to the airport, there are buses, trains and taxis that can take you there). From there, trains for Florence leave every hour or so. The train journey takes about 50 minutes.”Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 19, 2023Are there any language schools offering English courses in Florence?“All of our partner schools in Florence offer only Italian language courses and do not provide English courses.”Andy Fukutome, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 16, 2023Are there any language schools offering English courses in Florence?“All of our partner schools in Florence offer only Italian language courses and do not provide English courses.”Andy Fukutome, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 16, 2023I would like to attend a school in Florence. I really like the ABC School, but I don't know how to enrol. Can you register me for the course?“ABC School is a very good choice! We personally cannot do the registration, but we will be happy to help you and prepare a registration link for you. In the link you will be guided through the steps of registration and don't worry, it's not difficult! ”Lisa Saskia Schiwy, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 17, 2023I would like more information regarding the Italian course for doctors and the qualifications obtained at the end of such a course. I know Italian at B1-B2 level.“In Florence, the ABC school offers a course in general Italian combined with 5 or 10 individual lessons focused on the Italian language used in the medical sector.
Upon completion of the course, the student receives a certificate of attendance, but this does not give them any official credentials.
If you need an official document/certificate, we cooperate with schools in Rome and Milan which offer preparation courses for the IMAT exam.
”Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.net - Mar 10, 2022I am looking for an Italian course with accommodation. I am 65 years old.“We offer a range of Senior Programmes in Florence. Most of these courses start on specific dates. ”Madly Simba, LanguageCourse.net - Sep 23, 2021FAQ about schools in Florence
- I am looking for an academy for an intensive Italian course + accommodation. If there are leisure and cultural activities, the better.“We have several partner schools in Florence that offer intensive language courses, accommodation (in student residences, single rooms or host families) and a varied activity programme that focuses on discovering the beauty of the Tuscan countryside. Contact our agents for recommendations on the best options. ”Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 27, 2024My sister is 41 and she wants to study cooking in Florence. Can she get a student visa?“Courses that qualify for a student visa are required to meet certain conditions (number of courses per week and total number of booked weeks) and you will need to consult the embassy for confirmation.
Some of our partner schools in Florence offer a combination of language and cooking courses, which are usually qualified for a student visa.
At the top of the page, select "Italian & Cooking" and click Calculate Price Comparison to see all the relevant courses in Florence.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 03, 2023Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of Italian courses & camps for teenager and children in Florence or other 39 different Italian course types in Florence.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at Italian language schools in other cities in Italy such as Alberobello, Alghero (Sardinia), Arezzo, Ascoli Piceno, Bagno di Romagna ..., Bari, Bologna, Brindisi, Cagliari, Calabria, Camerano, Castiglioncello, Catania, Cefalù, Città di Castello, Como, Cortona, Cosenza, Genoa, Island of Elba, La Maddalena, Lucca, Milan, Milazzo (Sicily), Modena, Mola di Bari, Montepulciano, Naples, Orbetello, Oristano (Sardinia), Otranto, Palermo, Pescara, Pisa, Ravenna, Reggio Emilia, Rimini, Rome, Salerno, Sanremo, Santa Domenica, Sestri Levante, Siena, Siracusa, Sorrento, Taormina, Todi, Trapani (Sicily), Trieste, Tropea, Turin, Urbania, Varese, Venice, Verona, Viareggio, Vibo Valentia, Vicenza or see our list of all schools in Italy. You may also want to consult options outside Italy for learning Italian.Show more