Capital of the Roman Empire; the birthplace of Renaissance; home to the Pope and A.C. Milan; mother of Europe’s most volatile volcanoes… Italy has more World Heritage sites than any other country. Great food, beautiful beaches, warm weather and jam-packed with world-class attractions; students of every subject will benefit from visiting this alluring destination.

Study lost empires, visit the Pope and view Michelangelo’s masterpiece in Rome. Watch Shakespeare in Verona, or football in Milan. Study renaissance art in Florence and discover archaeological treasure in Sicily. Visit Venice and glide along the Grand Canal in a gondola, or sail across Lake Garda and discover medieval fishing villages, 13^th century castles and Roman ruins. See one of the most active volcanoes in the world and walk through Pompeii - the city that was buried in ash.

Artists and writers, foodies and football fans, historians, geographers and linguists… Italy will captivate students of all fields, igniting their passion for learning. Alongside their curriculum objectives, students will experience clear evidence of change and continuity in the relationship between the ancient and modern world.

Key Information

Travel: STS offers tours via coach and ferry or Eurotunnel, or by aeroplane. In-country travel is efficient, and with short distances between attractions, journey times are limited.

Accommodation: STS offer a choice of full and half-board coastal, lake-side and city-based welcoming hotels and friendly youth hostels.

Weather: With a predominantly Mediterranean climate, Italy enjoys hot summers and mild winters, but experiences significant extremes and changeable weather in mountainous and coastal areas.

Spending money: One of the Euro’s more expensive destinations, students can expect prices to be on a par with the UK. Personal expenses are at the discretion of schools.