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Cultura Italiana

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4.9/5 based on 68 reviews
7 Classrooms
Max 12 students per class
Medium sized school
10 Dedicated teachers

Learn Italian at Cultura Italiana

Learn to speak fluent Italian in a medieval palace in the middle of the historical center of Bologna. Sounds tempting? It is possible at language school Cultura Italiana, this school is located in the castle Palazzo Pepoli. Obviously, the historical details are also reflected in the cozy interior of the school, which feels homely: beautiful wooden school benches, lots of art, cheerful yellow walls and even a piano.Only 100 meters walking from the two most famous towers of Bologna: the Due Torri. Special about this school is that the teachers do their very best to encourage the students to surround themselves as much as possible with local Italians. After class, a lot of activities are organized: from city walks and history and art trips to culinary tours through a parmesan cheese factory or authentic vineyard. Students can also visit fashion fabrics or mechanical factories (Ducati, Maserati, Lamborghini, Ferrari). Cultura Italiana (1980) is the first school recognized by the Italian state as an "Italian language school for foreigners" and the lessons are of high quality.
Located in the city center
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Located in historic center
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What students like about Cultura Italiana
  • Cultura Italiana is an accredited school
  • Familial atmosphere
  • Lots of cultural trips and activities
  • Located in medieval castle
  • Right in the historic centre of Bologna
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Language Courses at Cultura Italiana

Cultura Italiana has a variety of courses to choose from. If you need any help, don't hesitate to reach out for help.

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Italian
General course 25

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25 lessons per week
Certificate included
Level test included
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Italian
Private course 30

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Private course 20

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Italian
Private course 10

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30 lessons per week
20 lessons per week
10 lessons per week
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Certificate included
Level test included
Level test included
Level test included
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Italian
Evening course 6

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6 lessons per week
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Cultura Italiana Reviews

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Cultura Italiana

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4.9/5 based on 68 reviews

Cultura Italiana scores excellent on the following categories:

  • School location: 5.0
  • Teachers: 5.0
  • Lesson quality: 5.0
  • Atmosphere: 5.0
  • Activities: 5.0
  • Staff: 5.0
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Reviewed on 03 May 2019 via google
We took a one week intensive course with very little prior Italian knowledge. The classes are all in Italian but the teachers are great at conveying the grammar and lessons to beginners. The teachers are also very engaged and welcoming. The school offers just enough extra activities, both free and at a reasonable extra cost. Wished we had stayed longer! We definitely recommend staying with a homestay family! We took a one week intensive course with very little prior Italian knowledge. The classes are all in Italian but the teachers are great at conveying the grammar and lessons to beginners. The teachers are also very engaged and welcoming. The school offers just enough extra activities, both free and at a reasonable extra cost. Wished we had stayed longer! We definitely recommend staying with a homestay family!
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Reviewed on 15 November 2019 via google
As a complete beginner Cultura Italiana was the perfect place for me to learn the basics of Italian. The teachers are excellent, and it’s a very fun and inspiring environment! I can highly recommend this school. As a complete beginner Cultura Italiana was the perfect place for me to learn the basics of Italian. The teachers are excellent, and it’s a very fun and inspiring environment! I can highly recommend this school.
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Reviewed on 01 October 2018 via google
Spent 2 weeks learning Italian here. Great school. They not only teach you the language but the culture and history of Italy particularly Bologna. Highly recommend. Fun students. Good teachers. Spent 2 weeks learning Italian here. Great school. They not only teach you the language but the culture and history of Italy particularly Bologna. Highly recommend. Fun students. Good teachers.
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Reviewed on 15 November 2019 via google
Cultura italiana is the perfect place to learn or develop your italian. The teachers are very nice and understanding and you can start at any level. Definitely want to come back :) Cultura italiana is the perfect place to learn or develop your italian. The teachers are very nice and understanding and you can start at any level. Definitely want to come back :)
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Reviewed on 15 July 2017 via google
I did a 4 weeks intensive course in agoust before my erasmus began, without knowing anything more than 'ciao' and 'grazie' and after the first week you can see important changes. Prices are not cheap, but the classmates from all countries that in this time are your familly and the teachers are the best you can have. The lessons method will make you forget that you are in a school, and you will learn quickly.

After one... I did a 4 weeks intensive course in agoust before my erasmus began, without knowing anything more than 'ciao' and 'grazie' and after the first week you can see important changes. Prices are not cheap, but the classmates from all countries that in this time are your familly and the teachers are the best you can have. The lessons method will make you forget that you are in a school, and you will learn quickly.

After one year I can say that in that time I made very good friends, we were like a family, and is a very important piece of my italian adventure, thanks to them I could understand university lessons without problems and do easier my life here in bologna.
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Reviewed on 15 September 2024 via google
I did a month with this language school and had the best time. The teachers are very good. I found it really easy to make friends in the language school because of how the school is set up. I would totally recommend! I did a month with this language school and had the best time. The teachers are very good. I found it really easy to make friends in the language school because of how the school is set up. I would totally recommend!

Accreditations of Cultura Italiana

ASILS
CILS
Bildungsurlaub
MIUR
Eduitalia

Activities at Cultura Italiana

Cultura Italiana usually organizes 10 activities per week with other students from the school. Some activities are free, others are possible for a small fee. The school also offers a free welcoming activity.

The images shown are for illustration purposes and are not from the actual activity from this school.

Welcoming event

Local market

Cooking class

Social activities

Discover the city

Urban art tour

City tour

Walking tour

Cultural workshops

Concerts

Cultural classes

Visiting historical buildings

Visit local companies

Location, ages and nationalities

Please note the below ages and nationalities are indicative and based on historical data. But generally, Cultura Italiana has students from the following age groups and nationalities.

Average ages
  • Younger than 16 1%
  • Between 16-18 5%
  • Between 18-24 24%
  • Between 25-34 20%
  • Between 35-50 25%
  • 50+ 25%
Nationalities
  • Germany 18%
  • Switzerland 18%
  • United Kingdom 12%
  • United States 12%
  • Spain 5%
  • Netherlands 10%
  • France 8%
  • Japan 7%
  • Norway 5%
  • Sweden 5%

Teachers at Cultura Italiana

Facilities at Cultura Italiana

Located in the city center
Located near public transport
Free WiFi
Reception
Air conditioning
In a popular neighbourhood
Computers
Study rooms
Located in historic center
Vending machine
Lounge
Officially registered exam location
Airconditioning

General information

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Address

Cultura Italiana
Via Castiglione 4
40124, Bologna, Italy

Course cancellation policy
Free rebooking This is an Extralingo preferred policy

Free to reschedule course up to 15 days prior to arrival.
Accommodation cancellation policy
Free rebooking This is an Extralingo preferred policy

Free to reschedule up to 15 days prior to arrival.
Payment policy
Flexible (recommended) This is an Extralingo preferred policy

A down payment of 30% is due upon booking and the full payment is due 29 days before arrival.
Regional / National Holidays
National holidays in Bologna, Italy

Bologna has the following national holidays. Please note that schools might be closed on these days. The school will inform you about the exact dates once you request a booking.

Name: Date:
Epiphany 06-01-2024
Easter Sunday 31-03-2024
Liberation Day 25-04-2024
International Workers Day 01-05-2024
All Saints Day 01-11-2024
Immaculate Conception 08-12-2024
Frequently asked questions
Are the teachers native speakers?
Yes, all of the teachers at Cultura Italiana are native speakers, ensuring authentic language learning experiences.
Is there an emergency contact at the school?
Yes, Cultura Italiana has an emergency contact available for all students that need immediate assistance. This contact will be provided before your arrival at the school.
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