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Centro Machiavelli
Florence, Italy

Via dei Bardi 28 - 50125 Florence - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Accommodation next to school
  • Free seminars and historic tours in the city.
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
What we dislike about the school
  • Cancellation fees for students having to cancel due to visa rejection.
  • Class time is shorter than in other schools at 45 minutes per lesson.

Location: Located in the lively and historic centre of Florence's Piazza Santo Spirito, the school thrives on making students feel welcome. Situated on the banks of the Arno, the school is a short walk from the narrow medieval streets, spectacular squares and beauty of Florence. Enjoying the city's prestigious monuments is only a short distance away, from The Duomo to Michelangelo's David; Palazzo Vecchio in Piazza Della Signoria to Palazzo Pitti with the Boboli Gardens; Florence is spell-bounding and assures to give you a one-of-a-kind experience.

Social and Cultural: Centro Machiavelli put their students' needs at the forefront of their livelihood, fulfilling their language and tuition goals, whilst offering many opportunities to further experience Florence through music, arts, culture and other social activities. Whether your interests are in Opera, Galleries, history or solely the Italian language, Centro Machiavelli Italian Language School could very well be the school for you.

Italian Courses

General Language
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 16 20 24 48
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 320 304 490 466 650 618 800 760 1,150 1,093 1,490 1,416 1,840 1,748 2,710 2,575 3,040 2,888 3,330 3,164 4,650 4,418
Price in US$ 358 549 728 895 1,287 1,667 2,059 3,032 3,401 3,726 5,202
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday


Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
Student reviews about "Intensive Italian Course" at Centro Machiavelli
Helen 4.0
"Excellent"
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 450 428 750 713 1,020 969 1,280 1,216 2,460 2,337 3,645 3,463 3,945 3,748 4,245 4,033 4,545 4,318 4,845 4,603 5,445 5,173
Price in US$ 504 839 1,141 1,432 2,752 4,078 4,413 4,749 5,085 5,420 6,091
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

If the minimum of 3 participants is not reached, the student may take the Intensive course plus 3 hours of individual lessons per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 165 157 330 314 440 418 550 523 695 661 840 798 985 936 1,130 1,074 1,275 1,212 1,420 1,349 1,710 1,625
Price in US$ 185 370 493 616 778 940 1,102 1,265 1,427 1,589 1,913
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 11:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 720 684 1,290 1,226 1,840 1,748 2,390 2,271 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 806 1,444 2,059 2,674
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

This course includes the Intensive group course plus 10 private lessons per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:05
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 1,120 1,064 1,960 1,862 2,780 2,641 3,580 3,401 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 1,253 2,193 3,110 4,005
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

This course includes the Intensive group course plus 10 private lessons per week for two students.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:05
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 520 494 890 846 1,240 1,178 1,590 1,511 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 582 996 1,388 1,779
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

This course includes the Intensive group course plus 5 private lessons per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:55
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 870 827 1,460 1,387 2,020 1,919 2,580 2,451 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 974 1,634 2,260 2,887
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

This course includes the Intensive group course plus 5 private lessons per week for two students.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:55
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 620 589 1,195 1,136 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 694 1,337
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 750 713 1,500 1,425 2,200 2,090 2,900 2,755 3,600 3,420 4,300 4,085 5,000 4,750 5,700 5,415 6,400 6,080 7,100 6,745 8,500 8,075
Price in US$ 839 1,678 2,461 3,245 4,028 4,811 5,594 6,377 7,160 7,943 9,509
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:55
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 3 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 1,500 1,425 3,000 2,850 4,400 4,180 5,800 5,510 7,200 6,840 8,600 8,170 10,000 9,500 11,300 10,735 12,800 12,160 14,200 13,490 17,000 16,150
Price in US$ 1,678 3,356 4,922 6,489 8,055 9,621 11,187 12,641 14,319 15,885 19,017
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:55
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 3 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 500 475 880 836 1,320 1,254 1,750 1,663 2,150 2,043 2,550 2,423 2,950 2,803 3,350 3,183 3,750 3,563 4,150 3,943 4,950 4,703
Price in US$ 560 985 1,477 1,958 2,406 2,853 3,300 3,748 4,195 4,643 5,538
Starting dates
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Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
50 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
Online
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 450 428 900 855 1,350 1,283 1,800 1,710 2,250 2,138 2,700 2,565 3,150 2,993 3,600 3,420 4,050 3,848 4,500 4,275 5,400 5,130
Price in US$ 504 1,007 1,511 2,014 2,517 3,021 3,524 4,028 4,531 5,034 6,041
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:50
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 900 855 1,800 1,710 2,700 2,565 3,600 3,420 4,500 4,275 5,400 5,130 6,300 5,985 7,200 6,840 8,100 7,695 9,000 8,550 10,800 10,260
Price in US$ 1,007 2,014 3,021 4,028 5,034 6,041 7,048 8,055 9,061 10,068 12,082
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 15:00 - 16:50
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Private
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 490 466 980 931 1,470 1,397 1,960 1,862 2,450 2,328 2,940 2,793 3,430 3,259 3,920 3,724 4,410 4,190 4,900 4,655 5,880 5,586
Price in US$ 549 1,097 1,645 2,193 2,741 3,289 3,837 4,386 4,934 5,482 6,578
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 980 931 1,960 1,862 2,940 2,793 3,920 3,724 4,900 4,655 5,880 5,586 6,860 6,517 7,840 7,448 8,820 8,379 9,800 9,310 11,760 11,172
Price in US$ 1,097 2,193 3,289 4,386 5,482 6,578 7,674 8,771 9,867 10,963 13,156
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:05
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 590 561 1,180 1,121 1,770 1,682 2,360 2,242 2,950 2,803 3,540 3,363 4,130 3,924 4,720 4,484 5,310 5,045 5,900 5,605 7,080 6,726
Price in US$ 660 1,320 1,980 2,640 3,300 3,960 4,620 5,280 5,940 6,600 7,920
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 1,180 1,121 2,360 2,242 3,540 3,363 4,720 4,484 5,900 5,605 7,080 6,726 8,260 7,847 9,440 8,968 10,620 10,089 11,800 11,210 14,160 13,452
Price in US$ 1,320 2,640 3,960 5,280 6,600 7,920 9,240 10,560 11,880 13,200 15,840
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
45 min
Business
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 490 466 980 931 1,470 1,397 1,960 1,862 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 549 1,097 1,645 2,193
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Language Plus Activity
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 670 637 1,360 1,292 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 750 1,522
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 990 941 1,980 1,881 2,970 2,822 3,960 3,762 4,950 4,703 5,940 5,643 6,930 6,584 7,920 7,524 8,910 8,465 9,900 9,405 11,880 11,286
Price in US$ 1,108 2,215 3,323 4,430 5,538 6,645 7,753 8,860 9,967 11,075 13,290
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 15:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min
Specialty Courses
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 580 551 1,050 998 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 649 1,175
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:00
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
45 min

Our prices for Centro Machiavelli include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

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  • Centro Machiavelli - A video in Florence about Dante3/4
  • Centro Machiavelli - Student Interviews4/4
  • Studying together
    Studying together1/10
  • Excursions
    Excursions 2/10
  • Centro Machiavelli Classroom
    Centro Machiavelli Classroom 3/10
  • Visit of Palazzo Pitti
    Visit of Palazzo Pitti4/10
  • Coffee break in terrace
    Coffee break in terrace 5/10
  • Centro Machiavelli students
    Centro Machiavelli students6/10
  • Views of Florence
    Views of Florence7/10
  • Studying
    Studying 8/10
  • Centro Machiavelli classroom
    Centro Machiavelli classroom9/10
  • Group excursion
    Group excursion 10/10

Student opinions about Centro Machiavelli, Florence

4.2
Overall school rating of
Centro Machiavelli, Florence
69 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.8 
Facilities
3.5 
Social activities
3.6 
Organisation
4.2 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.4 
Value for money
3.9 
Accommodation
Homestay
4.7 
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.8 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (0 ratings)
0.0 
Students 18-30 years (17 ratings)
4.1 
Students 31-49 years (7 ratings)
3.9 
Students 50+ years (11 ratings)
4.4 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Excellent standard of teaching from Gulia B and Christiano. Great location. Good value for money. Sylvia B was a great guide.”
“The split site made it difficult for some students to get to class and have a break - also more difficult to socialise. Not enough toilets. Having lessons in the afternoon made it harder to structure my day. More could be done to bring students together, e.g. a WhatsApp group and default evening meetup point.”
Insider tip: “Speak up asap if you think you're not in the group you want to be in. The test is just a guide. Some people might prefer a challenge. Others might prefer to recap”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Excellent
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. Oct. 2023 by Helen White
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The subjects were well thought out. They were useful and relevant to everyday life as opposed to some courses that teach about elephants, the zoo, and other irrelevant topics not useful in everyday life. The lessons started and ended on time. My teacher was very observant of the students understanding and quick to adjust to make sure every student was understanding the lesson. Teaching was intense in the mornings and more fun and interactive in the afternoons which was a very good combination. I am amazed at how many topics the teacher covered in 3 weeks. I felt that I learned a lot in a short time and would highly recommend the school to others.”
Insider tip: “Yes - don't forget to study. I discovered after a a few days that I needed to study in addition to attending classes. The homework assignments were helpful and got me into the habit of studying (it had been a long time since I went to school!).”
Details of the review
Other comments: Helen is an awesome asset to the school. She makes everything work like a clock. She is multi-lingual, she knows all the schedules, all the classes, all the extra activities and is a cheerful and willing assistant to students.
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Nov. 2018 by Diedra Thompson
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“It was a lovely, international course with 12 participants aged 18 to 67. The age difference was not noticed in class, which was mainly due to the exciting, methodical class led by the teacher (Christiano). It was a lot of fun and the learning progress was considerable for me. Thanks!”
Insider tip: “The city tour in Florence by Rima!”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. Oct. 2018 by Heribert Janson
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Location was perfect.
Teaching was effective and the diversity of people attending the class made discussions enjoyable.”
Insider tip: “Guided walking trips!”
Details of the review
Other comments: Nobody knew why the name was Machiavelli!
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018 by Markku Äärimaa
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Excellent teachers, efficient teaching”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Feb. 2018 by Ekaterina Morozova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“My teachers and the pratice conversation”
Insider tip: “Include Art History in their studies”
Details of the review
Other comments: It´s especially for young students
Course: DELE Inicial Preparation Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. May. 2016 by Selma Alba Casalicchio
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“The location. The possibility to take a course for only two weeks.”
Details of the review
Other comments: The highest level they had was too low for me. Also some students were speaking English in the class which I didn't like.
Course: Semi-Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 11. Mar. 2016 by Satu Anttila
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“All the people who work there, especially the teachers”
Insider tip: “Were the best two months of my life. I recommend to everyone who can, enjoy this unforgettable experience . I'm sure they will love Firenze, the Piazza Santo Spirito, the Machiavelli Center. I left my heart in .... FIRENZE !”
Details of the review
Other comments: I extended my 8-week course for another two and unfortunately had to stop for the Christmas holidays and year end. I just have to thank all who work there for their kindness and competence. Especially the teacher Cristiano with whom I had the privilege to meet and mingle . So with Cristina , Helen, Eleni, Vicenza, ... everyone! I miss you all!
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 7. Mar. 2016 by Claudia Marialva Aranha
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The very warm atmosphere and the quality of teaching. The exceptional hospitality of Helen who finds all the answers to our questions.”
Insider tip: “The guided city tours with Rima.”
Details of the review
Other comments: The kindness and patience of my two teachers Gino and Christina.
Course: Semi-Intensive Italian Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 9. Sep. 2015 by Sylvie Parrot
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Friendly atmosphere”
Details of the review
Other comments: Lots of students from different parts of Asia
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2015 by Agata Daros
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“I liked it so much! All the material was explained very clear as if it were my native language. The school is located near the magnificent church. I walked through the center to get to the school so I passed by all the main attractions.”
Insider tip: “I studied for two weeks but it is not enough, it is better to plan a course for more than a month and come when it is not so hot.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Wonderful staff, very positive people.
Course: Super-Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Aug. 2015 by Zhanna Dudka
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Energy and good mood of the teachers, plus support staff is excellent.”
Insider tip: “Great pizza at the restaurant directly under the school.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Fine location.
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 15. Apr. 2015 by Marc Selvaggio
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“How they welcomed us, the excellent disposition to help us in everything, excellent classes and professional teachers whose classes were easy-going, varied, motivating. Good learning in all my language skills whist having fun.”
Details of the review
Other comments: I would have liked to extend the course. I would come back, no doubt.
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 24. Jan. 2014 by Natalia Alcázar Hernández
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers were wonderful and made learning easy because they made it fun.”
Insider tip: “Make sure to bring food for snacks as breaks are short.”
Details of the review
Other comments: I can't wait to go back!
Course: Super-Intensive Italian Course - 1 week
Review date: 27. May. 2013 by Karen Fitzhugh
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Great teacher!”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Feb. 2010 by Camillo Spinedi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The teacher, Vicenza, and the cooking class at Rima's.”
Insider tip: “You really have to participate in one of the activities, you meet so many new, nice, great people!”
Details of the review
Other comments: I have had two wonderful weeks, I really enjoyed it tremendously. A big thanks for Vicenza is in place, she is absolutely a wonderful teacher and person.
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 7. Oct. 2009 by Janneke Van Der Ree
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
2.0
“The other students”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 16. Jun. 2009 by Alfonso Giusti
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Everyone is very nice at the school. Most of the teachers do a great job! Every 2 weeks there's a test, so if you make good progress you will join the next class.”
Insider tip: “The whole city is nice! I liked especially the place where the school is. Everyday after school we were drinking a beer and eating a panino at the stairs of the church in front of the school :)”
Details of the review
Other comments: There are a lot of Japanese people at the school (I think over 90%)! They are really nice but in the beginning it's difficult to make friends when you're a foreigner on your own. But after 2 or 3 weeks you like them all ;)
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 16. Jun. 2009 by Paolo Zocca
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Teachers, peers and the teaching method”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 17. Dec. 2008 by Irma García Cabrera
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
1.0
“The students”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 12 weeks
Review date: 15. Dec. 2008 by Mireille Capponi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The teachers”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 19. Nov. 2008 by Mª Antonia Fernández Astiaso
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“Gino was a tremendous teacher”
Details of the review
Other comments: Gino was an outstanding teacher and I'm more than satisfied with my progress in the first two weeks. The standard of the rest was though unfortunately below average.
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 6 weeks
Review date: 22. Oct. 2008 by Lucas Spinnars
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Lessons were really good! Teachers were nice and helpful”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 12 weeks
Review date: 7. May. 2008 by Erik De Vrankrijker
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers”
Insider tip: “I don't have comment.s Everything was excellent.”
Details of the review
Other comments: you will not regret if you go in Florence and at the school Machiavelli
Course: Semi-Intensive Italian Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 19. Nov. 2007 by Dijana Dimkovska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers, the secretaries and the other students”
Details of the review
Other comments: It´s a small but really nice school. The groups are not very big and you can practise a lot the language.
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Nov. 2007 by Sonia Navarro Orellana
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Teachers were so nice and really into making your trip worth it.”
Insider tip: “The room renting(appartements) is a nice way to meet people your age!”
Details of the review
Other comments: I think it is a really cute school. Not so expencive as the other schools in florence.
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 5. Nov. 2007 by Lonneke Faas
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The nice teachers”
Insider tip: “Don´t forget to bring a dictionary”
Details of the review
Other comments: What about the TANDEM PARTNER. I applied the very first day to get one,never heard much more about it though.
Course: Intensive Italian Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 21. Jun. 2007 by Anna Tibbelin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Teachers”
Insider tip: “Class”
Details of the review
Other comments: great personality
Course: Semi-Intensive Italian Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. May. 2007 by Ortal Cohen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The atmostphere.”
Details of the review
Course: Super-Intensive Italian Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 3. Jan. 2007 by Natacha Hamon
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“Teachers effort to create a good atmosphere”
Details of the review
Course: Semi-Intensive Italian Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 12. Oct. 2006 by Ramona Schneider
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Centro Machiavelli compared to ratings of all schools in Italy

 Centro Machiavelli FlorenceAverage of all other schools in Italy
Overall school rating4.14.5
Location of the school4.84.8
Facilities3.74.0
Social activities3.64.0
Organisation4.24.5
Quality of teaching4.44.5
Value for money3.94.4
Homestay4.24.2
Shared flat4.14.2

Centro Machiavelli

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOASILSISO 9000/9001EDUITALIALICET
Italian teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Centro Machiavelli and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1978

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Library

  • Student support desk

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 11
    • Number of public PC workstations: 3

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Adapted for blind students

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Japan 30%
Germany 17%
England 10%
Spain 10%
France 5%
Netherlands 5%
Venezuela 5%
USA 5%
Korea 3%
Sweden 2%
Switzerland 2%
Brazil 1%
Chile 1%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 5%
18-24 years 25%
25-34 years 50%
35-50 years 15%
>50 years 5%
The average age outside summer is 7 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 80
Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 1
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 26 years
Throughout the year: 33 years

Information for all courses offered by Centro Machiavelli

Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Optional extras:

  • Artisan and art practical courses: EUR 950 for every 24 hours (materials not included).
  • Singing lessons (1 hour): EUR 120.
  • Thematic art history courses (5 hours): EUR 350.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 49 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
06 Jan 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 08 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 26 Dec 2026, 24 Jun 2026.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Italian language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Florence Peretola Airport:
€80 one way
€160 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Firenze / Peretola Airport (FLR).

Leisure activities

Leisure programme for adults (sample):
 Sample of activities for adults (PDF)
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Seminars on historic and artistic topics.
- Visits to the major points of interest in and around the city.
- Introduction to the city: cultural events and services.
- Walks through the historic centre.
- Visits to the many museums and churches.
- Excursions to villas and gardens in the outlying areas of the city.
- Visits to temporary exhibits and shows of major interest.
- Visits to Siena, Lucca, Volterra and San Gimignano.

Adults - Paid activities

- Visits to artisan workshops and historic shops.
- Visits to companies working in the fashion industry.
- Visits to wineries and to farms producing oil and wine.

Junior - Free activities

Seminars on historic and artistic topics
Visits to the major points of interest in and around the city
Introduction to the city: cultural events and services
Walks through the historic centre
Visits to the many museums and churches
Excursions to villas and gardens in the outlying areas of the city
Visits to temporary exhibits and shows of major interest
Visits to Siena, Lucca, Volterra and San Gimignano

Seminars and visits to understand the social economic makeup
of the city and the surrounding area:
History of the city
Economy of Florence and the surrounding area
* Urban development

Junior - Paid activities

Visits to artisan workshops and historic shops
Visits to companies working in the fashion industry
* Visits to wineries and to farms producing oil and wine
activity possible
Cooking
Music
Yoga

Accommodation

Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 350 480 680 810 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 413 566 801 954
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person

This is the single-room option for the school’s shared apartment accommodation, in which you’ll have your own personal space to sleep and work in. The flat itself will be shared with other residents, who could be anyone ranging from families, single people, and Italian or foreign students.

The flats are located in the centre, and the school is just a short walk away - and an even shorter bus ride if you prefer. The rooms are not uniform in size, so there is some variation in the dimensions, depending on the exact location and what is available at the time of booking.

Arrivals are accepted on Sundays between 18:00 and 20:00, and departures before 12:00 on Sundays.

Single room with half-board daily from EUR 60.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
10 minutes walking (average reported by 10 former students).
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 260 370 470 570 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 307 436 554 672
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person

Half-board daily from EUR 55 per person.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Average distance from school
6 minutes walking (average reported by 4 former students).
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1

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FAQ about Centro Machiavelli, Florence

What is the best price for a course at Centro Machiavelli, Florence?
“Italian courses at Centro Machiavelli start at 157 € for Semi-Intensive Italian Course course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Centro Machiavelli?
“The accommodation Shared Apartment is the most popular among all our clients of Centro Machiavelli”
Is it possible to take a course at Centro Machiavelli as an absolute beginner?
Is airport pickup offered by Centro Machiavelli?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Florence Peretola Airport (80 €)”
What is the number of students per class at Centro Machiavelli?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Centro Machiavelli varies from 1 (Online One-to-One 10) to 10 students (Intensive Italian Course)”
Which countries are students of Centro Machiavelli from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Centro Machiavelli comes from Japan with a 30% representation, followed by students from Germany (17%) and England (10%).”
Centro Machiavelli offers courses for which ages?
“Centro Machiavelli offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 26 during the summer and 33 for the rest of the year.”

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Prices and dates 2026
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Leisure programme for adults (sample):
 Sample of activities for adults (PDF)
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Terms of Centro Machiavelli

First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:50
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Centro Machiavelli srl | Tax registration ID: IT05400660485

Visa Documents

Nationals from Italy do not require a visa for travelling to Italy and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
Europe: €25
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North America: €40
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South America: €40
,
Africa: €50
,
Oceania: €50
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Asia: €40
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FREE changes
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