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Language | Experience | Community


Language | Experience | Community

From your first ‘ciao’ to talking about your ‘amore per l’Italia’, we have the class for you!

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  • BUONGIORNO!

  • COME STAI?

  • MAGARI!

  • ALLORA

  • MAGARI!

Welcome to
Venice Italian School*

Language, Experience, Community

We are a world-renowned Italian language school committed to teaching not just the language, but the culture and spirit of Italy. With expert instructors, authentic Venetian experiences, and a deep love for our city, we offer transformative learning journeys for students at every stage.

Language, Experience, Community

We are a world-renowned Italian language school committed to teaching not just the language, but the culture and spirit of Italy. With expert instructors, authentic Venetian experiences, and a deep love for our city, we offer transformative learning journeys for students at every stage.

Language, Experience, Community

We are a world-renowned Italian language school committed to teaching not just the language, but the culture and spirit of Italy. With expert instructors, authentic Venetian experiences, and a deep love for our city, we offer transformative learning journeys for students at every stage.

So Much More Than A School

At Venice Italian School, our mission is to connect people from around the world with the Italian language and culture through small classes, expert teaching, and authentic Venetian experiences — creating confidence, building community, making friends and memories that last a lifetime.

So Much More Than A School

At Venice Italian School, our mission is to connect people from around the world with the Italian language and culture through small classes, expert teaching, and authentic Venetian experiences — creating confidence, building community, making friends and memories that last a lifetime.

So Much More Than A School

At Venice Italian School, our mission is to connect people from around the world with the Italian language and culture through small classes, expert teaching, and authentic Venetian experiences — creating confidence, building community, making friends and memories that last a lifetime.

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Venice Italian School

Courses

Courses

Courses

Find Your Course!

We inspire students to connect with Italian language and culture through fun, welcoming, and high-quality teaching.

Group Class in Venice

Mini Group Course

Average attendance is between 3 and 4 students per group – small group size means personal time spent for each student significantly exceeds other schools, allowing us to address the individual requirements of each person.

Duration: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1pm

Trusted by 800+ students

Group Class in Venice

Mini Group Course

Average attendance is between 3 and 4 students per group – small group size means personal time spent for each student significantly exceeds other schools, allowing us to address the individual requirements of each person.

Duration: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1pm

Trusted by 800+ students

Group Class in Venice

Mini Group Course

Average attendance is between 3 and 4 students per group – small group size means personal time spent for each student significantly exceeds other schools, allowing us to address the individual requirements of each person.

Duration: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1pm

Trusted by 800+ students

Teacher in Venice

Individual Course

For early levels, cover and consolidate the foundations in a limited amount of time. For intermediate and advanced learners, gain confidence and fluency in conversation, addressing specific difficulties and mistakes.

Available Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm

Trusted by 300+ students

Teacher in Venice

Individual Course

For early levels, cover and consolidate the foundations in a limited amount of time. For intermediate and advanced learners, gain confidence and fluency in conversation, addressing specific difficulties and mistakes.

Available Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm

Trusted by 300+ students

Teacher in Venice

Individual Course

For early levels, cover and consolidate the foundations in a limited amount of time. For intermediate and advanced learners, gain confidence and fluency in conversation, addressing specific difficulties and mistakes.

Available Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm

Trusted by 300+ students

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Online Courses

The Venice Italian School also offers online courses to consolidate and keep your Italian going throughout the year – we believe this is ideal for students who know some Italian and would like to build confidence in speaking, and/or came to our school and would like to keep their Italian going in between visits.

Available anytime, we are completely flexible to adjust to your schedule

Trusted by 150+ students

Woman conducting an online lesson

Online Courses

The Venice Italian School also offers online courses to consolidate and keep your Italian going throughout the year – we believe this is ideal for students who know some Italian and would like to build confidence in speaking, and/or came to our school and would like to keep their Italian going in between visits.

Available anytime, we are completely flexible to adjust to your schedule

Trusted by 150+ students

Online Courses

The Venice Italian School also offers online courses to consolidate and keep your Italian going throughout the year – we believe this is ideal for students who know some Italian and would like to build confidence in speaking, and/or came to our school and would like to keep their Italian going in between visits.

Available anytime, we are completely flexible to adjust to your schedule

Trusted by 150+ students

Teacher and students walking in Venice

Walk & Talk

The ideal choice for students who want to practice their Italian ‘outdoor’. Venice is a treasure full of prompts to stimulate practical conversation in Italian while walking through its beautiful calli and campi. From Beginner to Advanced, we will get our students to discover the city while practicing conversation in Italian.

Available Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm

Trusted by 90+ students

Teacher and students walking in Venice

Walk & Talk

The ideal choice for students who want to practice their Italian ‘outdoor’. Venice is a treasure full of prompts to stimulate practical conversation in Italian while walking through its beautiful calli and campi. From Beginner to Advanced, we will get our students to discover the city while practicing conversation in Italian.

Available Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm

Trusted by 90+ students

Teacher and students walking in Venice

Walk & Talk

The ideal choice for students who want to practice their Italian ‘outdoor’. Venice is a treasure full of prompts to stimulate practical conversation in Italian while walking through its beautiful calli and campi. From Beginner to Advanced, we will get our students to discover the city while practicing conversation in Italian.

Available Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm

Trusted by 90+ students

Living and learning together

Living and learning together

Beyond the classroom

We run interactive sessions in some of Venice’s most authentic and inspiring places.

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Aperitivo Veneziano

Practice your Italian while getting to know the school’s staff and your fellow students! We meet at the local bar ‘Il Vizietto’, just outside the school, for a relaxing and fun aperitivo: we will talk, talk, talk about Venice, Italy and more: ti aspettiamo!

Mondays, 5:30PM

Included in the tuition fee

Spritz

Aperitivo Veneziano

Practice your Italian while getting to know the school’s staff and your fellow students! We meet at the local bar ‘Il Vizietto’, just outside the school, for a relaxing and fun aperitivo: we will talk, talk, talk about Venice, Italy and more: ti aspettiamo!

Mondays, 5:30PM

Included in the tuition fee

Wine Drinking

Wine & Chat

Raise a glass and your Italian skills! Enjoy an evening of relaxed conversation in a cozy Venetian atmosphere, guided by one of our teachers. Discover local wines, share stories, and practice your Italian naturally — because great conversations, like good wine, should never be rushed.

Included in the tuition fee

Wine Drinking

Wine & Chat

Raise a glass and your Italian skills! Enjoy an evening of relaxed conversation in a cozy Venetian atmosphere, guided by one of our teachers. Discover local wines, share stories, and practice your Italian naturally — because great conversations, like good wine, should never be rushed.

Included in the tuition fee

Walking in Venice

Passeggiata Veneziana

Off the beaten-track Venice! Our ‘passeggiate’ in the Dorsoduro, Santa Croce and San Polo areas will make you feel like a local. Come and join our lovely Margherita: she will take you to some of the most hidden parts of Venice, showing you our favorite places, shops and restaurants.

Wednesdays, 2.30-4pm (Winter), 5-6.30pm (Summer)

Included in the tuition fee

Walking in Venice

Passeggiata Veneziana

Off the beaten-track Venice! Our ‘passeggiate’ in the Dorsoduro, Santa Croce and San Polo areas will make you feel like a local. Come and join our lovely Margherita: she will take you to some of the most hidden parts of Venice, showing you our favorite places, shops and restaurants.

Wednesdays, 2.30-4pm (Winter), 5-6.30pm (Summer)

Included in the tuition fee

Pasta Cooking

Cook & Chat

From chopping to chatting to tasting! Immerse yourself in Italian culinary traditions by preparing a delicious regional dish together under the guidance of our local cook. Learn new words, share stories, and enjoy the authentic pleasure of eating what you’ve created — just like true Venetians do!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

Pasta Cooking

Cook & Chat

From chopping to chatting to tasting! Immerse yourself in Italian culinary traditions by preparing a delicious regional dish together under the guidance of our local cook. Learn new words, share stories, and enjoy the authentic pleasure of eating what you’ve created — just like true Venetians do!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

Boat Venice

Boat & Chat

Hop on a boat and practice your Italian while gliding through Venice’s enchanting canals! This relaxed and friendly experience combines language learning with the magic of exploring the city from the water. Enjoy lively conversations, beautiful views, and authentic Venetian atmosphere. Italian flows even better on the waves!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

Boat Venice

Boat & Chat

Hop on a boat and practice your Italian while gliding through Venice’s enchanting canals! This relaxed and friendly experience combines language learning with the magic of exploring the city from the water. Enjoy lively conversations, beautiful views, and authentic Venetian atmosphere. Italian flows even better on the waves!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

Teacher at Whiteboard
Teacher at whiteboard

Living and learning together

Beyond the classroom

We run interactive sessions in some of Venice’s most authentic and inspiring places.

Spritz

Aperitivo Veneziano

Practice your Italian while getting to know the school’s staff and your fellow students! We meet at the local bar ‘Il Vizietto’, just outside the school, for a relaxing and fun aperitivo: we will talk, talk, talk about Venice, Italy and you! Ti aspettiamo!

Mondays, 5:30PM

Included in the tuition fee — first glass of wine on us!

Wine Drinking

Wine & Chat

Raise a glass (or two!) and enjoy your conversational Italian! An evening of relaxed conversation in a cozy Venetian atmosphere, guided by one of our teachers. Discover local wines, share stories, and practice your Italian naturally — because great conversations, like good wine, should never be rushed.

Not included in the tuition fee

Walking in Venice

Passeggiata Veneziana

‘Off the beaten track, Diego’s and Lucia’s Venice: San Polo, Santa Croce and Dorsoduro are ‘our’ local areas: we will be delighted to explore the most ‘Venetian’ parts of these districts, sharing our favourite spots, restaurants and gelaterie - making you feel like a local! Of course, we are happy to walk you also through the other three parts of the city, Canneregio, Castello, San Marco – just let us know!

Wednesdays, 2.30-4pm (Winter), 5-6.30pm (Summer)

Included in the tuition fee

Pasta Cooking

Cook & Chat

From chopping to chatting to tasting! Immerse yourself in Italian culinary traditions by preparing a delicious regional dish together under the guidance of a local cook/chef. Learn new words, share stories, and enjoy the authentic pleasure of eating what you’ve created — just like true Venetians do!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

Boat Venice

Boat & Chat

Hop on a boat and practice your Italian while gliding through Venice’s enchanting canals! This relaxed and friendly experience combines language learning with the magic of exploring the city from the water. Enjoy lively conversations, beautiful views, and authentic Venetian atmosphere. Italian flows even better on the waves!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

Living and learning together

Living and learning together

Beyond the classroom

We run interactive sessions in some of Venice’s most authentic and inspiring places.

Spritz

Aperitivo Veneziano

Practice your Italian while getting to know the school’s staff and your fellow students! We meet at the local bar ‘Il Vizietto’, just outside the school, for a relaxing and fun aperitivo: we will talk, talk, talk about Venice, Italy and more: ti aspettiamo!

Mondays, 5:30PM

Included in the tuition fee

Spritz

Aperitivo Veneziano

Practice your Italian while getting to know the school’s staff and your fellow students! We meet at the local bar ‘Il Vizietto’, just outside the school, for a relaxing and fun aperitivo: we will talk, talk, talk about Venice, Italy and more: ti aspettiamo!

Mondays, 5:30PM

Included in the tuition fee

Wine Drinking

Wine & Chat

Raise a glass and your Italian skills! Enjoy an evening of relaxed conversation in a cozy Venetian atmosphere, guided by one of our teachers. Discover local wines, share stories, and practice your Italian naturally — because great conversations, like good wine, should never be rushed.

Included in the tuition fee

Wine Drinking

Wine & Chat

Raise a glass and your Italian skills! Enjoy an evening of relaxed conversation in a cozy Venetian atmosphere, guided by one of our teachers. Discover local wines, share stories, and practice your Italian naturally — because great conversations, like good wine, should never be rushed.

Included in the tuition fee

Walking in Venice

Passeggiata Veneziana

Off the beaten-track Venice! Our ‘passeggiate’ in the Dorsoduro, Santa Croce and San Polo areas will make you feel like a local. Come and join our lovely Margherita: she will take you to some of the most hidden parts of Venice, showing you our favorite places, shops and restaurants.

Wednesdays, 2.30-4pm (Winter), 5-6.30pm (Summer)

Included in the tuition fee

Walking in Venice

Passeggiata Veneziana

Off the beaten-track Venice! Our ‘passeggiate’ in the Dorsoduro, Santa Croce and San Polo areas will make you feel like a local. Come and join our lovely Margherita: she will take you to some of the most hidden parts of Venice, showing you our favorite places, shops and restaurants.

Wednesdays, 2.30-4pm (Winter), 5-6.30pm (Summer)

Included in the tuition fee

Pasta Cooking

Cook & Chat

From chopping to chatting to tasting! Immerse yourself in Italian culinary traditions by preparing a delicious regional dish together under the guidance of our local cook. Learn new words, share stories, and enjoy the authentic pleasure of eating what you’ve created — just like true Venetians do!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

Pasta Cooking

Cook & Chat

From chopping to chatting to tasting! Immerse yourself in Italian culinary traditions by preparing a delicious regional dish together under the guidance of our local cook. Learn new words, share stories, and enjoy the authentic pleasure of eating what you’ve created — just like true Venetians do!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

Boat Venice

Boat & Chat

Hop on a boat and practice your Italian while gliding through Venice’s enchanting canals! This relaxed and friendly experience combines language learning with the magic of exploring the city from the water. Enjoy lively conversations, beautiful views, and authentic Venetian atmosphere. Italian flows even better on the waves!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

Boat Venice

Boat & Chat

Hop on a boat and practice your Italian while gliding through Venice’s enchanting canals! This relaxed and friendly experience combines language learning with the magic of exploring the city from the water. Enjoy lively conversations, beautiful views, and authentic Venetian atmosphere. Italian flows even better on the waves!

Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book

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A man surfing

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Our Venetian Legacy


From our grandparents living in Venice in the 1930s, to our own childhoods spent in the very house that now hosts the school,
Venice Italian School carries a lifelong connection to this city.

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Beyond the classroom

Beyond the classroom

Testimonials

Testimonials

Testimonials

Students Words

Real stories from students who’ve jumped in, and discovered a love for Italian.

5/5

Campo Venice

The biggest advantage is the small group sizes - I studied here for four weeks, and there was never any more than three people in my group. They also offer individual lessons, which I found to be very helpful.

Trevor S

USA 🇺🇸

Campo Venice

The biggest advantage is the small group sizes - I studied here for four weeks, and there was never any more than three people in my group. They also offer individual lessons, which I found to be very helpful.

Trevor S

USA 🇺🇸

Campo Venice

The biggest advantage is the small group sizes - I studied here for four weeks, and there was never any more than three people in my group. They also offer individual lessons, which I found to be very helpful.

Trevor S

USA 🇺🇸

I cannot say enough about how amazing the experience was. Highly recommended!

Deborah W

UK 🇬🇧

Student Teacher Venice

I cannot say enough about how amazing the experience was. Highly recommended!

Deborah W

UK 🇬🇧

Student Teacher Venice

I cannot say enough about how amazing the experience was. Highly recommended!

Deborah W

UK 🇬🇧

Student Teacher Venice
Teacher Venice

If you would like to learn Italian in a relaxed and friendly environment, then the Venice Italian School is for you.

Moira D

Ireland 🇮🇪

Teacher Venice

If you would like to learn Italian in a relaxed and friendly environment, then the Venice Italian School is for you.

Moira D

Ireland 🇮🇪

Teacher Venice

If you would like to learn Italian in a relaxed and friendly environment, then the Venice Italian School is for you.

Moira D

Ireland 🇮🇪

If you are looking for a way to learn Italian in a very natural setting with some of the best and most dedicated teachers, this is the place for you.

Julie

Germany 🇩🇪

Teachers in Venice

If you are looking for a way to learn Italian in a very natural setting with some of the best and most dedicated teachers, this is the place for you.

Julie

Germany 🇩🇪

Teachers in Venice

If you are looking for a way to learn Italian in a very natural setting with some of the best and most dedicated teachers, this is the place for you.

Julie

Germany 🇩🇪

Teachers in Venice

For a total immersion experience, look no further. This school has excellent, caring instructors that give you confidence to go out and start speaking Italian.

Alice C

Switzerland 🇨🇭

Group Class Venice

For a total immersion experience, look no further. This school has excellent, caring instructors that give you confidence to go out and start speaking Italian.

Alice C

Switzerland 🇨🇭

Group Class Venice

For a total immersion experience, look no further. This school has excellent, caring instructors that give you confidence to go out and start speaking Italian.

Alice C

Switzerland 🇨🇭

Group Class Venice

An incredible experience. My knowledge was still below A1 level, but Diego and his teachers managed to make me feel absolutely comfortable.

Kerry B

Austria 🇦🇹

Teacher Venice

An incredible experience. My knowledge was still below A1 level, but Diego and his teachers managed to make me feel absolutely comfortable.

Kerry B

Austria 🇦🇹

Teacher Venice

An incredible experience. My knowledge was still below A1 level, but Diego and his teachers managed to make me feel absolutely comfortable.

Kerry B

Austria 🇦🇹

Teacher Venice
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FAQs

FAQs

FAQs

Got Questions?

Everything you need to know before you say Ciao! to your first lesson

How is my level assessed?

What if I do not feel that it is the right mini-group for me?

Is this the best school to learn Italian?

Can I book private lessons?

Why should I come to this school, instead of using a language app?

How is my level assessed?

What if I do not feel that it is the right mini-group for me?

Is this the best school to learn Italian?

Can I book private lessons?

Why should I come to this school, instead of using a language app?

How is my level assessed?

What if I do not feel that it is the right mini-group for me?

Is this the best school to learn Italian?

Can I book private lessons?

Why should I come to this school, instead of using a language app?

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  • BUONGIORNO!

  • COME STAI?

  • MAGARI!