Erasmus in Florence

Information and tips for Erasmus students in Florence

Why should you do your Erasmus in Florence? If you are passionate about art, culture and history, Florence is your ideal destination. Since it receives so many students every year it has a lively and festive atmosphere which will make your Erasmus stay in Florence one of the best experiences of your life. Do you want to know more about Florence? Stick with us to learn more about this amazing Italian city.

Cost of living in Florence, Italy

The cost of living that an Erasmus student can have in Florence is a little lower than it would have in some cities such as Vienna, Munich or Copenhagen. Now, although you may not spend as much money, it is better if you keep a certain control of your expenses. In addition, we recommend that you save part of your budget to be able to travel since from Florence you have many opportunities to visit other cities or even other countries for quite cheap prices.

A student in Florence can spend, on average, about € 600-700 per month. This amount includes accommodation, food and possible leisure activities. We recommend you to join a student association in your host city once arrive in the city there. You can ask your classmates or the university's international relations office about which associations are there and how you can join. Being part of these groups gives you many advantages, for example, you will get discounts on restaurants and transport, go to events and parties they organize or even go on trips to other cities and countries. In addition, it is always a good way to meet people during the first days in the city and to learn the local language as well.

Erasmus parties and leisure in Florence, Italy

Is there a party atmosphere in Florence? The answer is a resounding yes. Thousands of students come to this city every year wanting to take an amazing academic year, so you can imagine that the atmosphere in the city is very happy and lively. Students, especially Erasmus students, often go out to the centre to have a drink in the afternoons and, if they feel like it later, they go to a place or a nightclub. The good thing about Florence is that in many places they don't make you pay to enter and, if you drink something outside, a night out can be quite cheap. Some very popular places among young people are Full Up club, Space Electronic Night Club or several places near the city centre.

One day you may not feel like going out to party. Don't worry, the leisure options in this city are many and varied. If you need to study you can go to a cafeteria or a library. You can also visit a large number of museums and galleries, the most emblematic areas of the city or, if you are part of a student association, you can attend the events they organize, which are usually quite a few.

Culture and gastronomy in Florence, Italy

Every year, Florence welcomes people from all over the world, both local and international travellers and students. It is a city with a lot of art and cultural atmosphere. The streets are always full of music, people and many events take place throughout the year. In addition, this city has buildings and monuments with a lot of world fame that are mandatory stops the first days after arrival in the city. One of the most emblematic places of Florence is the Cathedral Square (Piazza del Duomo) located in the heart of the city, where the well-known Baptistery of Saint John is also located. Other impressive sites are the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore, built between 1296 and 1418; the Palazzo Vecchio, with a 94-meter high tower; or the Piazza della República, located in the historic centre of Florence.

If you want to get to know the city and its culture, we recommend that you also discover its more traditional dishes. Surely you know the typical recipes of Italian cuisine, but we assure you that there is a lot of variety and, if you try new things, you will not regret it. Some very traditional main dishes are bistecca alla fiorentina, pappa al pomodoro, ravioli di cinghiale or trippa alla fiorentina. If you like sweets and desserts, we recommend you to try the cantuccini, schiacciata alla fiorentina and the ice creams so popular in Italy, with delicious and varied flavours.

Advantages of doing your Erasmus in Florence, Italy

• The city has a very pleasant climate practically all year round, which will allow you to enjoy activities, events and cultural festivities in the streets of Florence whatever the season.
• The people are very friendly and open, so do not hesitate to try to connect with the locals, they are the ones who can best teach you the city and its culture.
• Italian cuisine is incredible and in Florence, there are typical recipes that cannot be found in other Italian cities. We recommend that you try new things, you will surely love them.
• The University of Florence is one of the largest and oldest in Italy and welcomes students from all over the world. You can learn a lot during your year in Florence, do not miss this opportunity.
• The prices in Florence, of everything in general, are not too expensive when compared with those of other cities. Anyway, it is better if you keep a certain control of your expenses. We recommend that you save a little money to take trips and visit other nearby cities or countries.

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