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Best Italian schools in Genoa by category - student age group, leisure/fun

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Students 18-30 years
amalelingue
Students 18-30 years
5.0

Rating: 5

(3)
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Students 31-49 years
amalelingue
Students 31-49 years
5.0

Rating: 5

(12)
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Students 50+ years
amalelingue
Students 50+ years
5.0

Rating: 5

(41)
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Students all ages
amalelingue
Students all ages
5.0

Rating: 5

(56)
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Quality of teaching
amalelingue
Quality of teaching
4.1

Rating: 4.1

(29)
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leisure/fun
amalelingue
leisure/fun
4.8

Rating: 4.8

(52)
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Value for money
amalelingue
Value for money
4.9

Rating: 4.9

(52)
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amalelingue
Location of school
5.0

Rating: 5

(53)

5 language schools in Genoa from 255€ for a 1 week Italian course

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amalelingue, Genoa
amalelingue, Genoa
Centro Studi Italiani, Genoa
Centro Studi Italiani, Genoa
A Door to Italy, Genoa
A Door to Italy, Genoa
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Genoa
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Genoa
Influent, Genoa
Influent, Genoa
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Genoa ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in Genoa

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Genoa
169 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Genoa
Nightlife
3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Interesing things to do
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Geographic setting
4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Public transport
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Climate
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Cleanliness
3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Affordability
4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shopping
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Safety
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

What our students said about Genoa

Having friends in Genoa, I already knew the city, the city center is magnificent with many ancient palaces, in history the republic of Genoa competed with the republic of Venice, the porto antico in its style is pretty too, the walks on the top of the are to be done with a breathtaking view of the sea, the traffic is dense there as in all the big cities but the Italian drivers are very fair-plays and patient with the foreign drivers, the gastronomy of the sea and the excellent Italian wines, the custom of the Aperitivo from 6.30 pm is to be discovered, the inhabitants are friendly and absolutely.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Francoise France

It is a beautiful city. For the most part, it's also clean. It's just a pity that the beautiful old town smells of urine everywhere. That is unpleasant. Public toilets could help. I had bought a weekly bus ticket. The bus ticket inspectors should be a bit more friendly to the tourists. I was ripped off straight away because I didn't know that a weekly ticket also had to be stamped. 40 euros had to be paid, even though I was practically sitting next to the vending machine.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Gertrud Switzerland

Genova is a relatively big and well located city. The public transport is great, so you can reach many interesting cities by train (really beautiful places). But the city itself is not really nice. It was dirty (specially the historical center) and, nowadays, it's full of foreign people, some of them working as prostitutes on the streets.

4.0

Rating: 4/5

Aline Brazil

The school was good, but the people of Genoa aren't the type to open up and make friends right away, so I think it's a city where you'll come to understand the good things in a long term rather than a short term. Not recommended for short stays. Also, compared to other cities

4.0

Rating: 4/5

Yukiko Japan

Genoa is the ideal city by the sea, ideal for walking to everything, ideal for excursions along the coast and into the hinterland - it is neither too big nor too small. In my 10 days I got a good insight from her.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Peter Germany

Beautiful city with a rich history. A wide range of cafes, restaurants and shops. Short distance to other places of interest (eg Cinque Terra, Portofino). Lots of traffic and steep slopes.

4.0

Rating: 4/5

Alfred Netherlands

I fell in love with Genova. I don’t think many people realize what an interesting place it is and I’m not sure I want them to for selfish reasons.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Joanne England UK

Genoa is still quite authentic with relatively few tourists. There is much to discover in the city and the surrounding countryside.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Jürgen Germany

Very good. Old, historic town with many activities. Beautiful surroundings, close to nature and easy to visit the rest of Liguria.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Paula Sweden

Really underrated. Beautiful, historical, culturally fascinating and in a stunning setting between the mountains and the sea.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Samantha England UK

What language school directors said about Genoa

Lara Avvenente

There are plenty of reasons. Genoa has a typical Mediterranean climate, characterized by mild and pleasant temperatures all year round! Genoa is a real Italian city where students still find kind people who welcome them with a smile and who are happy to speak Italian with them and not English! Genoa is the ideal place for a pleasant holiday and to discover the beautiful surroundings: Portofino, Santa Margherita, Le Cinque Terre Genoa is a city on a human scale where it is possible to live in the city center, forget the car and get around on foot or by public transport Genoa has an excellent price-quality ratio, the cost of living is well lower than that of Milan, Florence, or Rome Genoa is a city to be discovered. You never cease to discover it ... the mountains that surround it and embrace it, the sea that gathers it, the narrow and fascinating alleys of the historic center, where time seems never to have passed, the historic shops with artisans who hand down ancient knowledge and the elevators and funiculars that connect the quarters built on the hills, the ancient noble palaces and the perfumes of the trattorias when you walk at lunchtime ...

Lara AvvenenteDirector of A Door to Italy, lives in Genoa since 1969
Carlo Amedeo Pasotto

Genoa has the biggest medieval historical center in Europe, is a city full of history and Italian atmosphere set in a region full of natural beauties

Carlo Amedeo PasottoDirector of Centro Studi Italiani, lives in Genoa since 2018

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Genoa

A Door to Italy

Emphasis on speaking. They talked clearly. Good mix of countries.

11 November 2024
Course: Standard Intensive - 1 week
Student age: 76 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 82 reviews
amalelingue

Very nice, informal atmosphere, excellent Italian teacher, small learning group.

22 October 2024
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 65 years

5.0

Rating: 5

| 56 reviews
Angelikaamalelingue
amalelingue

Very informal, small groups, qualified teacher, very good communication training.

21 October 2024
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 66 years

5.0

Rating: 5

| 56 reviews
amalelingue

Very good teachers, friendly and helpful. Good lessons.

30 September 2024
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 69 years

5.0

Rating: 5

| 56 reviews
Centro Studi Italiani

It was so much fun! I was afraid beforehand that 4 hours a day would be far too strenuous, but the exact opposite was the case. Very enriching lessons with a great teacher and nice people. At no point did I feel like I was in an exam situation. I learnt a lot in a very pleasant atmosphere, which made learning a lot of fun. I can recommend it to anyone!

9 September 2024
Course: Group Course: Light - 2 weeks
Student age: 29 years

4.4

Rating: 4.4

| 49 reviews

Information about Genoa

Why Genoa? Genoa is "the most winding, incoherent of cities, the most entangled topographical ravel in the world." So said Henry James, and the city is still marvellously eclectic, full of pace and rough-edged style. Sprawled behind the huge port Italy's largest and an increasingly popular stopoff for international cruise liners is a dense and fascinating warren of medieval alleyways, a district which has more zest than all the coastal resorts put together.
Population: M  581,000
Elevation: 19 m. above sea level
Time zone: +11h. (GMT +1)
Region: Liguria, Provincia di Genova
Currency: EUR (1 EUR = 1.0531 USD)
Name of city in Italian: Genova
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term Italian courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 04 Jun. 2024 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Italy in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Italy on the official website - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy.
High season: July
Low season: December
Average course price per week: 266 €
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Price index excluding rent: 85* (15% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index including rent: 54* (46% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:76* (24% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (Italy average): 4.53 €
    (7% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type C
  • Plug Type F
  • Plug Type L
  • Residential voltage: 230 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz
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Best time to take a language course in Genoa
January
Van Dyck between Genova and Palermo
Van Dyck between Genova and Palermo

January 2025 - February 2025Van Dyck between Genova and Palermo is a temporary exhibition presenting Van Dyck's work.

February
Elliot Erwitt Kolor
Elliot Erwitt Kolor

February 2025 - July 2025A retrospective of the colour works of photographer Elliot Erwitt at the Palazzo Ducale.

May
Design week
Design week

May 2025A design week like no other, Genova and many of its ancient palaces and sites of interest are the canvas to more than 50 exhibitors and designers from all over Italy.

Wissenschaftsfestival
Wissenschaftsfestival

May 2025The Science Festival in Genoa brings together great minds in mathematical & natural science and the humanities, blurring the barriers between those fields and creating opportunities for exchange. Hundreds of events to interest and stimulate people of all ages and knowledge.

July
Goa Boa Festival
Goa Boa Festival

July 2025Music festival dedicated to promoting the best in popular music from around the world. Well known musicians perform alongside up and coming artists, both local and international.

August
Gezmataz Festival
Gezmataz Festival

August 2025Gezmataz, the Genoa Jazz Festival, is three days of concerts and workshops with some of the most important names in jazz today. All concerts are held in the old port.

September
Genoa Boat Show
Genoa Boat Show

September 2025The Genoa International Boat Show is one of the most important fairs of its kind, worldwide. With exhibits spread over land and sea, you will find all types of vessels and their manufacturers represented here as well as accessories and water sports equipment.

October
Andy Warhol - Pop Society Exhibition
Andy Warhol - Pop Society Exhibition

October 2025 - February 2025If you are in Genova now's your chance to see the works of pop-art master Andy Warhol. The exhibition will be at Palazzo Ducale for several months.

Royal Palace
Royal Palace
Strada Nova Museum
Strada Nova Museum
The Lanterna Lighthouse
The Lanterna Lighthouse
Boccadasse
Boccadasse
Spianata Castelletto
Spianata Castelletto
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo (GOA) - 7 km. from Genoa city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 240 minutes, 16 minutes.

Main stops: Airport / departures, Bertolotti/stazione Fs, Via Pacinotti F. 13, Via Cantore Matitone, P.zza Nunziata 2 Sottopassaggio, Portello/interiano

Every 15 minutes, 26 minutes.

Main stops: Sestri Ponente, Genova-Piazza Caricamento

Every 18 minutes, 30 minutes.

Main stops: Genova Sestri Ponente, Genova Piazza Principe

Taxi: 11 minutes drive to city center of Genoa

FAQ - Frequently asked questions about Italian courses in Genoa

  • Yes, we have a number of Study & Live in your Teacher's Home summer camp programmes for kids from as young as 5 to 17 years of age.
    Anele Nongcula, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2023

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