Gap Year Programs in Italy,Florence
When you think of Tuscany, you may think of that warm Italian sun shining on expansive vineyards and groves, plump with the world’s finest grapes and olives. You may not think of Florence, the region’s illustrious capitol, but we sure do. A gap year in Florence is a delightful blend of city culture and amusement with countryside leisure and cuisine. And it’s more than a destination for art lovers: It fulfills even the most adventurous of gap year souls.
8 Gap Year Programs in Italy,Florence
Carpe Diem Education
Italy & Greece Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year
Spend a gap semester exploring rich traditions and modern cultura...
Italian for a While
IFA Gap Year in Italy: Italian Language & Cultural Immersion
Become Italian for a While—the IFA Gap Year is for students, youn...
EF Gap Year
EF Gap Semester in Europe (The Pathfinder)
Explore Europe, ignite your passions, and discover your path forw...
Global Work & Travel
Study Cooking in Florence | Learn Authentic Italian Cooking
Learn the trade secrets of authentic Italian cooking and have an ...
Art History Abroad
12-week Gap Year Semester Course
This 12-week Gap Year Semester Course is our most expansive and i...
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The Food Gap - Semester in Italy
The Food Gap is the first program for young adults who are enthus...
Florence University of the Arts
FUA-AUF Gap Year Programs in Florence
FUA-AUF offers multiple options for students looking for gap year...
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Why Take A Gap Year in Florence?
Florence gap years translate to la bella vita…which translates (slightly) to “the beautiful life.” Studying art in the birthplace of the Renaissance is a decision we definitely support. Did you know Florence was the residence of the Medici royalty? So checking out the history in this city might be worthwhile, too. Au pair-ing is an option for those looking to experience Italy alongside a local family while also making some spending euros on the side.
Whether you’re there for art or not, you must stop by the Uffizi Gallery at least once (but probably twice, or three times), showcasing its medieval artwork since the 1700s. Michelangelo's David is also a must-see—you know, that little guy that beat Goliath? Well, the sculpture version is not so little, and you won’t want to miss it.
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