Dove Alloggiare

Below is a list of some accommodations we recommend for their location and quality! 

-B&B Villa Natalina Pisa, Via Contessa Matilde, 70, 56123 Pisa 

Reference contact: Bobo +39 3758493192 o +39 3881570953

– Domus Lavagna Smart Rooms, Via Giovanni Maria Lavagna, 24 (Piano Primo)

Reference link: booking

Classes will be held Monday through Friday in the morning. In the afternoon, there will be activities included in the price as well as optional activities.

Saturdays may be dedicated to a paid activity, such as a day tour of nearby cities (Florence, Lucca, etc.), a walk through the Monti Pisani, or a bike ride to Marina di Pisa.

The final program will be sent to all participants once registration is confirmed.

The arrival and departure dates in Pisa are at the participants’ discretion.

Details on the cultural activities:

Italian in a Glass: Lesson and Guided Tasting

Have you ever wondered what lies behind an Italian wine label?

Italy is a mosaic of aromas, traditions, and territories unique in the world. With this special lesson, we’ll take you on a journey to discover the wine heritage of the Bel Paese: an engaging overview that spans the regions, from the most famous native grape varieties to the hidden gems of our production.

What you’ll learn:

• Geography of Taste: An ideal tour of the main Italian grape varieties to understand how climate and soil influence what we pour into our glasses.
• The Art of Tasting: You don’t need to be an expert to appreciate a good wine! We’ll provide you with the technical basics to observe, smell, and taste every sip with awareness.
• The Perfect Pairing: The lesson will culminate in a guided tasting, where you’ll learn the secrets of food and wine pairing thanks to small bites selected to highlight the characteristics of the wines featured.

Ask for pricing and more info during the introductory interview (see “how to enroll”)

Pisa in a Click: From Shooting to Editing

Forget the usual postcards. This time, you’ll be the one taking the perfect photo!

We invite you to an immersive experience focused on light and composition, to learn how to capture the soul of Pisa. You don’t need to be a professional photographer: all you need is your curiosity and a smartphone (or your DSLR, if you prefer).

Our adventure will begin in the inspiring atmosphere of a photography studio in the heart of the city, where, together with an expert, we’ll explore the basics of photography in a dynamic and informal way. No boredom here—just practical tips you can put into practice right away.

What we’ll do together:

• Urban Photo Walk: We’ll head out onto the streets for an exceptional photo walk. We’ll guide you through the city’s iconic landmarks and those hidden gems known only to locals, training your eye to spot unexpected details.
• The Art of the Shot: You’ll learn how to frame a subject, play with shadows, and use natural light to bring your images to life.
• Smart Post-Production: Back in the studio (or sitting outdoors!), we’ll explore how to enhance your shots with simple editing techniques, transforming a beautiful photo into an unforgettable memory.

Ask about pricing and more details during the introductory meeting (see “how to sign up”)

Curiosities about Pisa

The National Museum of San Matteo

The National Museum of San Matteo is Pisa’s most important museum of painting and sculpture, housing true masterpieces dating from the 12th to the 16th century. It is the only museum where visitors can see works by both Donatello and Masaccio—the father of Renaissance sculpture and the father of Renaissance painting—exhibited together. The museum is housed in the former Benedictine convent of San Matteo in Soarta (11th century) and holds the largest collection of ceramic basins in the Mediterranean region, as well as a splendid section dedicated to illuminated manuscripts dating from the 12th to the 14th centuries. What makes the museum particularly noteworthy are the numerous painted wooden crosses, which were important objects of worship and prayer in Tuscan churches.

The Patron Saint of Pisa and the Festivals ofGiugno Pisano

The tradition of the Luminara dates back to March 25, 1688, when the urn containing the remains of Ranieri degli Scaccieri, the city’s patron saint who died in 1161, was solemnly placed in the chapel of Pisa Cathedral. The transfer was the occasion for a memorable city festival, from which, according to tradition, the triennial “illumination” began. In the 19th century, this event took the name Luminara and gained increasing importance in the city’s tradition, becoming an unmissable event.  Every June 16, regardless of the weather—even the rainiest—this festival lights up the city with 100,000 wax candles,  mounted on wooden frames called biancheria, which outline the architectural contours of the palaces and churches along the Arno River. 

The following day, June 17, the patron saint’s feast day, the San Ranieri Regatta takes place in the late afternoon: the city’s four districts compete against one another in a regatta on the Arno River to celebrate Pisa’s ancient nautical tradition. Each district has its own color: blue for Santa Maria; yellow for San Francesco; green for Sant’Antonio; red for San Martino. The race takes place over a distance of 1,500 meters along the Arno River, against the current.

La Piazza dei Miracoli

The monuments that make up Piazza dei Miracoli—the Cathedral, the Baptistery, and the Tower—are not merely religious and civic symbols: their positioning mirrors the constellation of Aries, the city’s symbolic sign. This astronomical arrangement is linked to the start of the Pisan year, which began on March 25, and demonstrates how ancient architects integrated their knowledge of the heavens into their works.

Originally, it was commonly known as “Piazza del Duomo,” but after Gabriele D’Annunzio’s visit, everything changed. It was he himself who dubbed it “Prato dei Miracoli” in his writings. D’Annunzio was so captivated by such beauty that he renamed the square, choosing this name because, within it, the main sites of religious life are clustered: the Baptistery, where religious life begins (through Baptism); the Cathedral, where religious life unfolds (during earthly life); the Tower, or the Cathedral’s bell tower; and the Camposanto, where earthly life ends. Since then, the famous Piazza in Pisa has borne the name chosen by the poet, so much so that, even today, we all know it as “Piazza dei Miracoli” and few as “Piazza del Duomo.”

Pisa and Its Famous Figures 

The city of Pisa is home to many illustrious figures, from scientists to painters, writers to singers. Come discover the legacy of Galileo Galilei, Enrico Fermi, Leonardo Fibonacci, Keith Haring, Giuseppe Mazzini, Kinzica de Sismondi, Giosuè Carducci, Andrea Bocelli… and many more!

How to enroll

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You must take the placement test before booking your online interview

The levels defined by the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for the Italian language:

• Please complete the registration form at least one month before the course start date