ASA in Florence Activities
Afternoons and evenings are designed to give you the opportunity to enjoy recreational activities, entertainment and Florentine cultural life. You will have plenty of time for guided discovery of this vibrant city as well as getting to know it independently. You will soon have a favorite piazza or cafe and know where to go for the best gelato (ice cream). Wander beyond the Centro Storico and discover traditional neighborhoods such as San Frediano, Santa Maria Novella and Borgo San Lorenzo and see how they contrast with the modern boutiques and shops on the Piazza della Repubblica and Via Tornabuoni. There will be opportunities to play basketball or soccer, visit fascinating old churches and monasteries explore the famous craft and antiques markets and to shop for Italian styles during the summer sales. The city's piazzas are wonderful places bustling with people gathering around the world famous buildings, sculptures and fountains. The city offers a fantastic variety of concerts, film, and, of course, excellent food.
Included Excursions
Part of experiencing Florence is not just enjoying what Florence has to offer but exploring some of the magnificent countryside and sites in Tuscany and beyond. From Fiesole to the Cinque Terre the idea is to get you off the beaten track and take advantage of the local attractions. Saturday and Sunday are reserved for day trips.
With ASA, you will visit:
> Siena: wander through this magical, medieval city
> Pisa: see its famous leaning tower
> Cinque Terre: bask in the sun at picturesque beach towns
> Lucca: enjoy its bustling cafes and restaurants
> San Gimignano: marvel at its 13 towers
> Viareggio: relax at this spectacular beach
> Cortona: explore this historic town
Get ready to:
- live in a beautiful and historic villa in the most prestigious district of Florence
- enjoy complete access to Florence's cultural and educational opportunities
- engage in specialized courses including Art History, Fashion Design, Italian, Renaissance History, Cinema, Cooking, Photography and International Relations
- experience the world-renowned Uffizi Gallery, Accademia, Palazzo Pitti, Duomo and Ponte Vecchio and many other historic sites
- participate in weekend excursions to Pisa, Siena, Cortona, Cinque Terre, Lucca and San Gimignano
your itinerary
| July 2 | Depart US | July 17 | Viareggio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 3 | Arrive in Florence - Orientation | July 18 | Free day in Florence | |
| July 4 | Pisa | July 24 | Cortona | |
| July 5 | Classes start | July 25 | San Gimignano | |
| July 9 | Lucca | July 27 | Farewell dinner | |
| July 10 | Cinque Terre - Vernazza | July 28 | Depart for US | |
| July 11 | Siena |