Bologna city rating by our language course clients
Best Italian schools in Bologna by category - age group, leisure/fun
Students < 18 years
6 language schools in Bologna from €247 for a 1 week Italian course
Italian course types in Bologna
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General Italian courses
Generic Italian courses cover the four main elements of a language: writing, reading, speaking and listening. They are available for all levels.- Learn Italian & Live With Teacher - Bologna (74)
- Italian & Culture - Bologna (38)
- Standard Italian Courses for Adults - Bologna (12)
- Small Group (Max 6 Students) - Bologna (7)
- Combi: Group + Private Courses - Bologna (7)
- Senior Adult Learners 50+ Years Courses - Bologna (6)
- Afternoon (2) - Only offered by Cultura Italiana
- Evening (2) - Only offered by Cultura Italiana
- Adults From 30+ years (1) - Only offered by A.L.C.E. Accademia Lingue e Culture Europee
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Private Italian courses
Private Italian classes are designed as a pack of lessons available in various formations. Students can have their one-to-one lessons in the school or online. -
Italian exam preparation courses
Courses designed around understanding and completing specific Italian exams are valuable for students needing validation for employment, immigration or higher education.- Other Exams (6) - Offered by Influent
- CILS Preparation Courses - Bologna (4)
- DELI-AIL (1) - Only offered by A.L.C.E. Accademia Lingue e Culture Europee
- CELI (1) - Only offered by A.L.C.E. Accademia Lingue e Culture Europee
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Business Italian courses
Private or group business classes teach the Italian terminology in a general business environment or specialise in a particular field of interest.- Business Italian Private Courses - Bologna (9)
- Italian for Lawyers (1) - Only offered by A.L.C.E. Accademia Lingue e Culture Europee
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Italian plus activity courses
Combination courses of Italian classes and an after class activity results in a very productive use of time whilst studying abroad as you can perfect your Italian and a hobby at the same time.- Italian & Oenology - Bologna (5)
- Italian & Cooking - Bologna (3)
- Italian & Arts & Literature (1) - Only offered by A.L.C.E. Accademia Lingue e Culture Europee
- Italian & Performing Arts - Acting (1) - Only offered by A.L.C.E. Accademia Lingue e Culture Europee
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Specialty courses Italian
Specialty courses are classes outside the normal scope of a Italian course. Specialty Courses included teacher training courses and school trips. -
Junior Italian courses
Junior Italian courses are available as a day course or as a package with accommodation and activities included. These are often divided into two age ranges; children and teens. -
Work & Study Italian programmes
Work & Study packages combine general Italian classes with an internship, volunteering programme or an academic preparation course for further education.- University (2) - Only offered by Influent
- Pathway Academic Preparation (1) - Only offered by A.L.C.E. Accademia Lingue e Culture Europee
Bologna ratings & reviews
What our students said about Bologna
I adore Bologna and will definitely go back. It is centrally located and is wonderful for public transport. It is easy to jump on the train and be in Milan in 1 hour, Naples in 4 and I also visited Innsbruck as there is a direct train to there and Munich. It has frequent buses but I mainly walked around the city as it is not particularly big. There is a bus that takes you outside the city to wonderful scenery and countryside. It has a great energy (I think because of the young students) and there is a great nightlife. I often walked alone late at night and always felt safe. The food is wonderful and there are loads of great bars and restaurants to eat in.
The city is beautiful und because there are portici everywhere, you are actually protected from the sun and rain almost all the time. I never needed my sunglasses. The food is really extremely good everywhere, the city is not yet so overcrowded in terms of tourism (like Venice or Verona, for example) & you really feel that you are moving among Italians, which of course makes the feeling of being alive even nicer. I can absolutely recommend the city!
Bologna is a lovely, charming, and wonderful city. Unlike Florence, it's thankfully not quite as overrun with tourists. It has a lot of charm. It has a lot to offer culturally. And the surrounding area is absolutely attractive. I've taken some really nice bike rides.
I love the porticoes in the historic center of Bologna. What a cultural heritage! And the leaning towers, Asinelli and Garisenda, the symbol of the town. There are not many tourists in the city, how nice! The atmosphere is friendly of Bologna "dotta, grassa e rossa".
Beautiful city, the feeling that is in the center of everything :D First of all, in the city itself a lot of interesting and beautiful places to get around and see, great food and also liked the fact that you can easily get to other cities are not less interesting.
I loved the city. It is very walkable. It is a beautiful city, very old. It is big enough to have plenty to do and small enough to get around. Also everyone is really nice and lets you speak in Italian even if you are not very good and if you take a long time.
I was delighted to choose Bologna for these 15 days of study. It's a very pretty city, very clean, with lots of historic monuments, and you get the impression you're travelling back in time. You can get around by train without spending too much money.
The town, with its many students and young people, radiates pure joie de vivre. The Italians enjoy eating and drinking, being together. In April, the temperatures are very pleasant. In August, it is unbearably hot and humid, I was told by locals.
Interesting city with many tourist attractions. Good mix of population. Public transport: Bus connections are sometimes poor, especially at weekends. Timetables not clear. Bus stops are not displayed on the bus, difficult for non-locals.
A beautiful city where I have been on holiday several times. Sights like Momba, San Luca, the towers, various churches, the Pinacotec and the Archaeological Museum, just like the whole atmosphere, not to mention the colours of the city.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Bologna
Super good atmosphere, all teachers are very passionate and competent. Good communication with the owner of the school.
1 December 2025
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 57 years
Location, atmosphere, level of teachers.
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1 December 2025
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 63 years
Enthusiastic, caring teachers and a two-and-a-half-hour timetable: the alternation of two teachers gives a new dynamism to a studious morning. The teachers attach the same importance to each student.
2 November 2025
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 3 weeks
Student age: 64 years
Andrea, the head of the school, and the young teachers are very friendly. Everything went smoothly and on time. I thought the location of the school was great.
20 October 2025
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 67 years
Super friendly staff. Relaxed learning environment and all questions were answered to the best of their knowledge. Good location of the school.
14 October 2025
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 71 years
Information about Bologna
Key Facts about Bologna
- Price index excluding rent: 80* (20% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 54* (46% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:71* (29% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Italy average):4.05 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Bologna
What to do in Bologna
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 15 minutes, 20 minutes.
Main stops: Aeroporto, Pontelungo, Ospedale Maggiore, Mille
Taxi: 10 minutes drive to city center of Bologna
Q&A - Questions about Italian courses and schools in Bologna
Are there any cooking classes in English available?
I would like to attend a course with my girlfriend. Is it possible to live in a shared flat in Bologna and share a double room?
I would like to do Bildungsurlaub Hessen in Bologna. Can you offer me something?
At A.L.C.E. you can choose 30 group lessons, which makes the course a lot cheaper, but this school would prefer you to start on the first Monday of the month.
Make sure that you complete 30 lessons, because this is the only way to get recognised in Hesse. This is the case with both of the schools mentioned. ”
I am looking for a course for my 15 years old daughter, preferably in Bologna. Are there any camps in the summer, preferably with accommodation with host families?
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions About Italian Courses in Bologna
Will any language courses be open in August?
I need information about the exam date for Italian citizenship.
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