ISI Activities & Events

September 17

VERTO | Chianti day trip

Learn about wine production, enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch and the beautiful countryside.
Travel details will be sent via email.

September 21

Quirky Tour

DISCOVER SECRET FLORENCE

More than a conventional visit to famous attractions, this tour focuses on the hidden curiosities that disclose the authentic soul of Florence. Stay away from the crowd of tourists visiting the city and come with us to discover more then meets the eye!
The “Struscio Fiorentino” inspires this tour. Traditionally, this name indicated the most crowded streets in the city, where the long skirts worn by rich dames used to brush (struscio) with each other as they were walking.  Thus, a “via di struscio” is a very crowded street, such as via Calzaioli on Sunday afternoons!
Nowadays, this term refers to a collection of curiosities and fun facts about particular spots in the city.

September 21 – 22 -23, 6 pm
FREE
SIGN-UP AT STUDENT SERVICES
(min. 5, max. 12 students per date)

September 24

Chianti day trip

Learn about wine production, enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch and the beautiful countryside.
Travel details will be sent via email.

September 25

PISA & LUCCA Optional day trip

September 27

Renaioli: Historical Boat Trip

Want to experience the city from the Arno river?

Board on one of the recently restored historical boats, used in old times by men collecting sand from the riverbed, and be prepared to explore the city from a different point of view. The navigation will allow you to get your eyes on beautiful architectural details and enjoy the breeze.

September 27 – 28 -29, 6 pm
Euros 15,00
SIGN-UP AT STUDENT SERVICES BY SEPTEMBER 23
(min. 6, max. 12 students per date)

October 1

VERTO | Pisa & Lucca day trip

In the morning, you will walk through Pisa and visit the famous Leaning Tower, admiring the other sites in this important art city. Later in the day, visit Lucca and take a bike ride along the ancient city walls.

October 1

SIENA & SAN GIMIGNANO optional day trip

October 6

Portraits & Memories @Forte Belvedere

ITALIAE
YESTERDAY | TODAY | TOMORROW

Join us for the last chance to see the extraordinary photography exhibition that will give you a deeper understating of Italy, its people, places, and culture. 

 The setting is the Forte Belvedere – a fortress built in the 16th century, offering sweeping views of Florence and an insight to Renaissance architecture. A short walk up the hill from Palazzo Bargagli. 

A century and a half of history in a composite anthology of shots, to recreate an ideal gallery of portraits and memories, capable of witnessing the richness of the country. The exhibition is divided into three sections – Landscapes, Works, Faces, each capable of constituting an ideal geographical, historical and artistic path. 

FREE
SIGN-UP AT STUDENT SERVICES by Oct. 5
min. 5 – max. 15 participants

October 12

Genuine Leather Workshop

FLORENTINE CRAFTS 

For centuries Florence and Tuscany have been at the forefront in leather processing, making it one of its most appreciated crafts. 

So why not try to handle this precious material and make your own personalised item to take home with you?  Guided by an expert, you will create a unique genuine leather object for you to keep. 

EUROS 25,00
SIGN-UP AT STUDENT SERVICES  Deadline  Oct. 7
min. 5 – max. 8 participants

October 15

VERTO | Siena & San Gimignano day Trip

In the morning, visit Siena, a 13th century city renowned for its legendary horse race, the Palio. In the afternoon, you will visit San Gimignano with its famous medieval towers and beautifully frescoed churches.

November 4

Natural Perfume Workshop

Smells good ! 

Beatrice from BB Fragrances will introduce you to the world of essential oils and natural perfumes.
You’ll create your own perfume, mixing 100% natural essences.  

Take home a little bottle of Italian smell! 

EUROS  22,00
SIGN-UP AT STUDENT SERVICES – Deadline  November 3
min. 5 – max. 8 participants

November 8

COOKING CLASS: Chef for a Day!

Want to learn how to create traditional Italian dishes so you can impress your friends and family back home?
Come take a cooking class: you’ll learn how to make an antipasto, hand-made pasta with 2 different sauces, and a dessert. 

At the end, sit down to enjoy your masterpieces!

2 dates: NOVEMBER 8 and 15, 6:30 pm
EUROS 30,00
SIGN-UP AT STUDENT SERVICES  Deadline  November 4
min. 10 – max. 25 participants

November 25

THANKSGIVING with ISI Florence

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Watch Live 

Come watch the live streaming of the 95th  Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with ISI Florence, with small gifts to enjoy Thanksgiving Day together.

3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
FREE
Palazzo Bargagli – Aula 101
No sign up required

November 30

Wine Tasting & Italian Food Culture

CELEBRATING ITALIAN FOOD & BEVERAGE CULTURE! 

Discover | Learn | Taste

Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Balsamic Vinegar
1 white wine
2 red wines
Accompanied by  parmigiano reggiano, salame toscano, finocchiona, prosciutto crudo toscano, bread. 

(never drink on an empty stomach!)