About Us

Founded in 1988, we have years of experience and specialise in teaching Italian in Italy.

Italian language school-Puccini

The "Centro Giacomo Puccini" is a institute of Italian in the heart of Viareggio, one of Tuscany's most beautiful beaches. At our school, which counts on 20 years of knowledge obtained by doing, you will learn Italian in a friendly surrounding while enjoying the unique chance of experiencing the real Italian life, people, food, and traditions. Our school is open all year round, to people of every age, level, and nationality, and offers a wide range of language and cultural courses combined with weekly excursions and a rich social program.

Courses

Modern, communicative teaching methods, professional organization, a specialized team of teachers, and a relaxed environment guarantee good progress in a short time. In small classes of max 12 students, you will learn and practise the real Italian of everyday, of musical intonation, of gestures. Our classes are normally held from 9 to 12:30, Monday through Friday.

Location

Viareggio is a favourite beach resort in Tuscany with a pleasurable climate all year round. Stretched in endless sandy beaches and surrounded by the imposing Apuanian Mountains with their untouched countryside, Viareggio is well connected to the artistic cities of Florence, Lucca, Cinque Terre, Isola d’Elba, Siena, and only few miles from Pisa. In three hours you can reach Rome and Milan.

Accommodation

Shared Apartments with use of kitchen
If you want to live and share your experience with the other students of the school
Host family
Ideal for those who want to experience a real Italian family and immerse themselves in Italian language, traditions, and cuisine. Option of half board.
Hotel
For those who want to enjoy a friendly atmosphere and comfortable rooms with private bathroom, TV, air conditioning, a rich buffet-breakfast. Option of half board.
Mini-apartments
2 rooms: living room with a small kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom, TV, air conditioning.
We can also provide for accommodation in higher class hotels or in a nearby camping ground.
- All our housing facilities are very close to the school, most within walking distance.

To find out course fees, intake dates, entry requirements and more details about courses and the Institute please click on the Enquiry button and complete our form.