Est. 2010 by Diego and Lucia Cattaneo
Language | Experience | Community
Language | Experience | Community
From your first ‘ciao’ to talking about your ‘amore per l’Italia’, we have the class for you!
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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Courses
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Courses
Find Your Course!
We inspire students to connect with Italian language and culture through fun, welcoming, and high-quality teaching.
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 5000+ students
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 5000+ students
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 5000+ students
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 1200+ students
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 1200+ students
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 1200+ 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 600+ 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 600+ 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 600+ students
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 300+ students
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 300+ students
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 300+ 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.
Aperitivo Veneziano
Practice your Italian in a relaxed atmosphere and slip naturally into conversation — with our team and your fellow learners. Every Monday we meet either in our little giardino or at the popular bar Il Vizietto right next to the school, for an easygoing exchange about Venice, Italy, and whatever is on your minds
Mondays, 5:30PM
Included in the tuition fee
Aperitivo Veneziano
Practice your Italian in a relaxed atmosphere and slip naturally into conversation — with our team and your fellow learners. Every Monday we meet either in our little giardino or at the popular bar Il Vizietto right next to the school, for an easygoing exchange about Venice, Italy, and whatever is on your minds
Mondays, 5:30PM
Included in the tuition fee
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
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
Ridotto in Salotto
An evening of Italian conversation, local wines, and cicchetti in a warm Venetian atmosphere, inspired by the historic salons where Venetians once gathered to talk, exchange ideas, and enjoy good company. Guided by one of our teachers and hosted in partnership with Pastamania & Wine, this relaxed salon-style experience invites you to practice Italian naturally while sharing stories, culture, and great wine.
Included in the tuition fee
Ridotto in Salotto
An evening of Italian conversation, local wines, and cicchetti in a warm Venetian atmosphere, inspired by the historic salons where Venetians once gathered to talk, exchange ideas, and enjoy good company. Guided by one of our teachers and hosted in partnership with Pastamania & Wine, this relaxed salon-style experience invites you to practice Italian naturally while sharing stories, culture, and great wine.
Included in the tuition fee
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
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 & 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!
Between April and the end of October
Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book
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!
Between April and the end of October
Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book
Living and learning together
Beyond the classroom
We run interactive sessions in some of Venice’s most authentic and inspiring places.
Aperitivo Veneziano
Practice your Italian in a relaxed atmosphere and slip naturally into conversation — with our team and your fellow learners. Every Monday we meet either in our little giardino or at the popular bar Il Vizietto right next to the school, for an easygoing exchange about Venice, Italy, and whatever is on your minds
Mondays, 5:30PM
Included in the tuition fee — first glass of wine on us!
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
Ridotto in Salotto
An evening of Italian conversation, local wines, and cicchetti in a warm Venetian atmosphere, inspired by the historic salons where Venetians once gathered to talk, exchange ideas, and enjoy good company. Guided by one of our teachers and hosted in partnership with Pastamania & Wine, this relaxed salon-style experience invites you to practice Italian naturally while sharing stories, culture, and great wine.
Not included in the tuition fee
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, hosted at the home of our friends and partners Pastamania & Wine, in a beautiful 17th-century Venetian palace in the heart of Venice, just steps from St. Mark’s Square. 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 & 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!
Between April and the end of October
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.
Aperitivo Veneziano
Practice your Italian in a relaxed atmosphere and slip naturally into conversation — with our team and your fellow learners. Every Monday we meet either in our little giardino or at the popular bar Il Vizietto right next to the school, for an easygoing exchange about Venice, Italy, and whatever is on your minds
Mondays, 5:30PM
Included in the tuition fee
Aperitivo Veneziano
Practice your Italian in a relaxed atmosphere and slip naturally into conversation — with our team and your fellow learners. Every Monday we meet either in our little giardino or at the popular bar Il Vizietto right next to the school, for an easygoing exchange about Venice, Italy, and whatever is on your minds
Mondays, 5:30PM
Included in the tuition fee
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
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
Ridotto in Salotto
An evening of Italian conversation, local wines, and cicchetti in a warm Venetian atmosphere, inspired by the historic salons where Venetians once gathered to talk, exchange ideas, and enjoy good company. Guided by one of our teachers and hosted in partnership with Pastamania & Wine, this relaxed salon-style experience invites you to practice Italian naturally while sharing stories, culture, and great wine.
Included in the tuition fee
Ridotto in Salotto
An evening of Italian conversation, local wines, and cicchetti in a warm Venetian atmosphere, inspired by the historic salons where Venetians once gathered to talk, exchange ideas, and enjoy good company. Guided by one of our teachers and hosted in partnership with Pastamania & Wine, this relaxed salon-style experience invites you to practice Italian naturally while sharing stories, culture, and great wine.
Included in the tuition fee
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
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 & 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!
Between April and the end of October
Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book
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!
Between April and the end of October
Additional fee — ask us for more info / to book
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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. Our founders Diego and Lucia still live in Venice near the school, raising their own families and continuing their legacy through Italian language.
Testimonials
Testimonials
Testimonials
Students Words
Real stories from students who’ve jumped in, and discovered a love for Italian.
5/5
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 🇺🇸
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 🇺🇸
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 🇬🇧
I cannot say enough about how amazing the experience was. Highly recommended!
Deborah W
UK 🇬🇧
I cannot say enough about how amazing the experience was. Highly recommended!
Deborah W
UK 🇬🇧
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 would like to learn Italian in a relaxed and friendly environment, then the Venice Italian School is for you.
Moira D
Ireland 🇮🇪
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 🇩🇪
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 🇩🇪
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 🇩🇪
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 🇨🇭
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 🇨🇭
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 🇨🇭
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 🇦🇹
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 🇦🇹
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 🇦🇹
FAQs
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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?
BUONGIORNO!
COME STAI?
MAGARI!