Please note that while these services apply to most courses, exceptions may occur. Even in locations where we have dedicated classrooms, we may occasionally need to rent external spaces nearby, and the availability of services may vary. Kids, pets, or guests within the school premises must be approved by email each time. Whether or not our premises are marked as wheelchair accessible, we kindly ask you to inform us in advance. If accessibility is an issue, we will arrange for an external classroom to accommodate your course. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Our Cultural Activities
One of the following cultural activities is included in the price of each course in Florence:
Option 1) Half-day Chianti tour
Explore the beautiful Chianti Wine region and its rolling hills from Florence.
Discover the secrets of the Chianti wine-making process in two rustic wine estates where you will enjoy an appetizing snack and high-quality Chianti wine.
Expert multilingual guide
Visit two wineries in the heart of Chianti
Walk through the vineyards
Tasting of 3-4 different types of wine in each cellar (white and red), 7 wines in total
Tasting of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and regional products to accompany wine tastings
Possibility to buy wine, oil, balsamic vinegar, and local products
Option 2) Half-day tour to Pisa
Experience the timeless charm of Pisa and its iconic landmarks! A visit to Italy isn’t complete without seeing the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a worldwide symbol of the country.
Round-trip journey
Expert multilingual guide
Guided tour of the city and Piazza dei Miracoli
Pisa Cathedral entrance tickets
Free time in Pisa
Option 3) Italian cooking class in Florence
Step into the heart of Italian culinary tradition with a hands-on cooking experience in Florence! Discover the secrets of authentic Tuscan cuisine in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, guided by expert local chefs.
Cooking class with preparation of pasta, sauce, and gelato
Unlimited water and wine
Lunch or dinner with the dishes prepared
All activities are arranged by a partnering tour agency that will provide assistance throughout the entire trip. You will be grouped with participants from other Europass courses.
Thursday Afternoon
Friday Afternoon
Saturday Morning
Chianti tour
Always available
(14:00-19:00)
Based on availability
(9:00-14:00)
Pisa tour
Always available
(9:00-14:00)
Cooking class
Based on availability
(17:00-20:00)
Always available
(17:00-20:00)
Based on availability
(9:30-12:30)
Trips outside Florence -20%
Thanks to our collaboration with a reliable tour operator, you will have the chance to choose from over 100 weekend excursions.
You’ll be able to discover beautiful places, all while enjoying a glass of wine and breathtaking visits.
These excursions can be half and full-day trips and are often available in multiple languages, not just English.
These are some examples of the most popular excursions:
Pisa (half-day)
Chianti Tour (half-day)
Pisa and Lucca
Venice
Siena and San Gimignano
Montepulciano, Montalcino and Pienza
Cinque Terre
For additional information, costs, and booking, navigate the CiaoFlorence website!
Our Academy in Florence
The training centers in Florence represent not only the most popular location for our courses but also our headquarters.
The school is in three historical buildings, a few steps away from many bars and restaurants, and within easy walking distance of all the city’s main attractions.
Palazzo Galletti– Via Sant’Egidio 12 (see on Google maps) was built between 1831 and 1833 in neoclassical style and designed by the architect Vittorio Bellini for Vincenzo Batelli, a typographer.
Palazzo Budini Gattai – Via dei Servi 49 (see on Google maps) was built during the 16th century, it’s a magnificent example of Renaissance architecture, boasting intricate details and a rich historical significance.
Florence’s course schedule
All our teacher training courses in Florence will take place either in the morning (9.00-14.00) or in the afternoon (14.00-19.00), depending on classroom and trainer availability.
The final schedule will be sent two weeks before the course begins. We recommend planning any cultural activities only after receiving it.
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How to reach us
By plane:
If you are flying to Florence, please, bear in mind that you could fly to:
Florence airport – from which you can reach the city center via tramway. Please, note this airport is very small, and there are few available connections.
Pisa Airport – Pisa Central railway station is only one hour away from Florence Santa Maria Novella train station – a train ticket is around € 8,00 – and provides more flight connections than Florence.
Bologna airport – Florence Central station is only half an hour away from the Bologna Centrale station, and the price of the high-speed train ticket is approximately €25,00. Otherwise, the fastest connection with the Bologna Airport is the Appennino Shuttle. The bus leads directly to Florence, and the journey takes more or less an hour.
Florence is located at the center of the Italian national railway network. Florence’s main station (Santa Maria Novella) is 20 minutes walking distance from our academy.
By car:
Florence is also well connected to the other major Italian cities by two highways: the Milano-Napoli and the Firenze-Pisa.
Discover a multidisciplinary approach to CLIL resources and aids for the preparation of materials and interactive content for non-native language learners, all while discovering the people and places that make up the history of Florence.
Learn how to stimulate the students’ motivation by experiencing an environment in an unusual way, focusing on personal experience acquired in Florence.
Start learning Italian with interactive activities that make the basics accessible. Build confidence in reading, writing, and speaking while enjoying cultural insights and friendly interactions.
Achieve a higher level of Italian proficiency through cultural exploration and complex discussions. Refine your reading, writing, and speaking abilities.
Build your Italian skills with this elementary course, immersing yourself in a new cultural setting. Practice reading, writing, and speaking through interactive activities, and connect with fellow learners to grow your language abilities.
Enhance your Italian with this intermediate course while immersing yourself in a new cultural setting. Improve reading, writing, and speaking through engaging discussions and activities.
Boost your English skills in a friendly, supportive environment designed for elementary speakers. Participate in CLIL activities that introduce you to local culture and history while helping you practice essential reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Strengthen your English skills while immersing yourself in a new cultural setting through this intermediate-level course. Participate in CLIL activities to enhance your language abilities and discover local history.
Explore the basic concepts of Artificial Intelligence in education to empower teachers to use basic AI tools, such as ChatGPT, to enhance teaching and learning. Learn how to use AI tools to decrease the workload.
Begin your English language journey with hands-on CLIL activities that make learning fun and accessible. Explore the basics of reading, writing, and speaking while discovering new cultural insights.
Acquire an understanding of group dynamics by discovering how tensions, alliances, and relational struggle can interfere with learning. Learn to encourage active listening, empathy, and emotional literacy.
Targeted for A1Targeted for A2 level or aboveIntermediate Computer Proficiency required
Enhance English language proficiency, both written and spoken, for effective communication in administrative tasks, professional interactions, and cultural immersion.
Explore hands-on activities designed to prevent isolation and disruptive behaviors, with a focus on interaction and support. Discover effective relaxation techniques and movement-based activities suitable for special needs students and the entire class.
Discover how incorporating yoga practices can enhance your ability to maintain a favorable climate and support resilience both in and out of the classroom. Explore useful tips on introducing children and teens to yoga and meditation techniques.
Targeted for B2-C1 level or aboveIntermediate Computer Proficiency required
Learn how to effectively integrate AI tools into your teaching, enhancing students' language skills, creativity, and critical thinking. Gain the ability to personalize teaching and support students at different language levels.
Gain an understanding of the responsibility to cultivate resilience strengths in order to attain a stable state of well-being. Explore strategies such as emotional management, fostering a positive mindset, and cultivating empathy and compassion.
Gain insights into creating engaging learning content that effectively motivates students by mastering Digital/AI Literacy and creative multimedia skills.
Develop an understanding of the main concepts and issues related to ecology through reflection on the role of education in promoting environmental awareness.
The activities enhanced my intercultural competencies and fostered a collaborative learning environment.
Daily cultural excursions enriched our understanding of the host country and facilitated the exchange of teaching experiences and cultural insights among participants.… More
I took part in a seminar on inclusion at Europass Teacher Academy. I must say that was a great experience. Our trainer was very communicative and contagious. Also, I have a great time in Florence. Florence is amazing!!!
We have only good impressions, we received useful information regarding the future, and feedback. The apps we worked with can be used to guide students in the classroom, they allowed us to learn helpful tactics when it comes to the different learning processes of children… More in different age groups. The most valuable opportunity was making connections with other educators, networking, and sharing our personal experiences in the field of education.
Attending the "4Cs: Critical Thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, and Communication in Schools" teacher training course at the Europass Academy in Florence was an enriching experience. It provided a comprehensive exploration of essential skills for modern… More education. As a participant, I appreciated the diverse group of teachers from six European countries, which fostered a rich exchange of ideas and perspectives. The hands-on approach of the course allowed me to directly apply new strategies and techniques in real-class scenarios, enhancing my confidence and effectiveness as an educator. Overall, the course provided valuable insights and practical tools that will undoubtedly benefit my teaching practice moving forward.
Florence, located in central Italy, is the capital of the region of Tuscany. It is no doubt one of the most beautiful cities in the world and contains a wealth of historic treasures of all kinds and tons of cultural heritage.
Tuscany’s food, simple and delicious, along with its wines, is ranked among the best in the world. Florence is well known for its Bistecca Fiorentina (Florentine Beefsteak).
1) Uffizi Gallery
The Uffizi Gallery is Florence’s most popular museum. It is also one of the most visited in Italy and one of the largest and best-known in the world. It holds a collection of priceless works, particularly from the period of the Italian Renaissance. It’s also the place to see Botticelli‘s beautiful paintings of the “Birth of Venus” and “Primavera”.
The Academy Gallery is best known as the home of Michelangelo‘s sculpture of David (perhaps the world’s most famous statue) which was unveiled in 1504. This small and very navigable museum also has other unfinished sculptures by Michelangelo and a large collection of paintings by various Florentine artists. The museum also holds an exhibit of classical musical instruments.
Piazza della Signoria is an L-shaped square in front of the impressive 14th-century Palazzo Vecchio. The square has plenty of statues including those found in the gallery of the Loggia dei Lanzi, the equestrian statue of Cosimo I, and the very majestic Fountain of Neptune. In front of Palazzo Vecchio a replica of Michelangelo’s “David” stands at the entrance indicating his original position until 1873.
The Florence Cathedral and Baptistery are located in Piazza del Duomo in the heart of the historic city center. It is one of the most visited areas of the city and also contains Giotto‘s Campanile (Bell Tower), the Loggia del Bigallo, and the Opera del Duomo Museum. The view from Brunelleschi’s Duomo (Dome) offers a sweeping panorama over the city’s terracotta rooftops and beautiful Tuscan hills.
The new Mercato Centrale made its debut in Florence in the spring of 2014 to celebrate the 140th anniversary of the iron and glass building erected there in 1874. Inside, on the ground floor, the open market sells meat, fish, fruit, and vegetables. On the first floor, there is a food court with restaurants and places to drink beer, coffee and eat ice cream. Just outside is the Mercato di San Lorenzo which mostly sells leather goods.
Piazzale Michelangelo is a square, dedicated to the Renaissance sculptor Michelangelo. It is one of the few places where one can see a stunning panoramic view of Florence – for free. Giardino Delle Rose is a garden park just below the Piazzale Michelangelo and it also offers a commanding view of Florence. Both are located in the Oltrarno district of the city and are considered relatively quiet places as compared to the rest of the city.
The Palazzo Medici Riccardi is a Renaissance palace near the Duomo (on the same street as our school!). It first belonged to the Medici family and was later acquired by the Riccardi family in 1659. The palace was built for Cosimo de’ Medici, who was head of the Medici banking family, between 1444 and 1484. The most important section of the palace is undoubtedly the Magi Chapel, which was completed in 1459, by Benozzo Gozzoli. The frescoes here are not to be missed!
The Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) is not only a medieval bridge, it’s also the city’s oldest and most unique. It is made of stone and crosses the Arno River. Butchers formerly lined the bridge but the present tenants sell jewelry, art, and souvenirs. In the middle of the bridge, one can find a portrait bust of the Florentine goldsmith, sculptor, and painter Benvenuto Cellini who lived during the Renaissance period.
Santa Maria Novella is situated in the Piazza Santa Maria Novella just opposite the city’s main railway station. It is noted as the first great basilica in Florence. The style of the Renaissance was introduced into Santa Maria Novella with Masaccio’s celebrated fresco of the Holy Trinity with the Madonna, St. John the Evangelist, and two patrons (1427). Construction began on its Gothic cloister around 1340.
The Palazzo Pitti is a vast, mainly Renaissance, palace situated on the south side of the Arno River. The original building dates from 1458 but it was bought by the Medici family in 1549. It remained the principal Medici residence until 1737 and then passed to the Austrian House of Lorraine, and even Napoleon, who used the palazzo during his period of control over Italy. The Pitti Palace houses five museums.
11) Santa Croce + Calcio Storico (Historic Soccer Game)
Piazza Santa Croce is one of the main squares in Florence. It is located near Piazza della Signoria and takes its name from the Basilica, built in 1295, which overlooks the square. The Basilica is the burial place of some of Italy’s most illustrious Italians, such as Machiavelli, Galileo Galilei, and Michelangelo. There is also an empty tomb built for Dante in 1829; however, Dante’s remains are still in Ravenna where he died during exile.
“Calcio Storico” Fiorentino is a combination of soccer, rugby, and wrestling which originated in the 16th century. In modern times, the final match is still played on June 24 (Florence’s patron saint feast day) in historical costume on Piazza Santa Croce. Four teams representing historical neighborhoods of the city play against each other. The four teams are Santa Croce, Santo Spirito, Santa Maria Novella, and San Giovanni.
The Bargello Art Museum is located in the Palazzo del Bargello. A former fortress and prison, its construction began in 1255 to house a military captain. In 1574, it became Florence’s police headquarters and remained so until 1859. The well-preserved building contains a beautiful, open courtyard, where executions once took place. Today it houses artworks by Michelangelo and, most notably, Donatello’s sensual bronze statue of David (1430).
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