Learn Italian in Siena

Our students in Siena

If you want to learn Italian in a city of authentic Italian customs and cuisine, then learn Italian in Siena. Siena is a walled, medieval city, and the absence of traffic and pollution creates a uniquely intimate atmosphere.

The Piazza il Campo, Siena's main square, is the perfect place to experience Italian life at its best. The Piazza is a particular favourite with our students at night, when the irresistible aroma of local trattoria food drifts across the square. What's more, if you take an Italian course in Siena in July or August, you'll see the Piazza explode with the colour and energy of the famous Palio horserace festival.

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Italian course in Siena

Piazza il Campo, Siena

You can choose from a variety of Italian courses in Siena, taught by native, qualified Sienese teachers. To help you learn Italian quickly, our maximum class size is 12 students. Our most popular course is the Standard Italian course, available for any duration between 2 and 32 weeks.

If you want to learn Italian in Siena and you're looking for a particular course, please phone or contact us for more information and advice

• Standard Italian course (20 lessons/week)
• Intensive plus 5 (Standard course + 5 private lessons)
• Intensive plus 10 (Standard course + 10 private lessons)
• Specialist interest courses - choose from Italian Today (Language & Culture), History of Art, Italian Cuisine, Italian Wines, Exam preparation courses and Work Experience

Italian language school in Siena

Our Italian language school is right in the heart of Siena, just 5 minutes' walk from the famous Piazza il Campo. Our school has 10 well-equipped classrooms, free internet access, and a large sun terrace for relaxing and practising the Italian you have learnt in class with fellow students. In addition to language classes, our school offers a comprehensive cultural activities program, including a popular pronunciation workshop, brought to life by a local Sienese actor.

If you choose to study Italian at our school in Siena, you will find yourself quickly immersed in the Italian language and culture, learning Italian through using it at all times in class, on organised activities and in the street. This is the best way to learn a language.

Accommodation in Siena

Terrace at our school in Siena

Alternatively, choose from shared apartment and independent apartment options. In the summer months, our school in Siena also offers a residence option, with shared or private bathrooms, cable tv and a phone in every room. For more information on these accommodation options, please contact us.

Cultural Activities

School reception

If you learn Italian in Siena, you'll have the opportunity to find out why Sienese cuisine is so highly rated. From the local olive oil (known as 'green gold'), to cheeses, salami and truffles, there'll be plenty to try during your Italian course in Siena. Optional activities include walking and bike tours, with stops at country farms for food and wine tasting. Siena is an ideal location for exploring the cities of Tuscany, and our school offers full and half-day excursions to locations such as Chianti, Florence, San Gimignano and the coast.

Star Points

• Range of high-quality Italian courses
• Extensive program of cultural activities
• Proximity to Florence, Pisa and the Tuscan hills

How to get to our Italian school in Siena

To get to our school in Siena, fly to Florence Airport and take the coach to Siena. If you fly to Pisa Airport, take the train to Florence and then the coach to Siena.

If you prefer, we can arrange an airport transfer.

Work Placement

Our language school in Siena can arrange work experience in local companies in many fields of work, from tourism to web design and marketing. The placements are for students who want to stay on in Italy after their language course, and are an ideal way to experience Italian professional life and practise the Italian that you have learnt on your course in Siena. For more information on work placements in Siena, please contact us.

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Useful Local Information

If you are want to learn Italian in Siena and would like to find out more about the city, visit the Official Tourist Information website for essential information.

If you are interested in an Italian course in Siena in July or August, follow this link for more information about the Palio horse festival.

Siena is an excellent base for exploring the great cities of Tuscany during your Italian course. Visit the Trenitalia website for train routes and timetables.