Summer Term

At the end of each term, departing students leave written tips for future SACI students. This page contains advice from departing Summer Term students.

"A restaurant I would recommend is ZaZa. I would recommend to not overpack (I definitely did!), and to bring comfortable shoes. Supplies are sufficient in Florence, so I wouldn't worry about running out of the basics" n.n. (Summer Term 2012)

"Going to the Odeon Cinema Hall was a great experience. Always check The Florentine for upcoming events!" C.G. (Summer Term 2012)

"Go to the Boboli Gardens, Piazzale Michelangelo and the Bardini Garden. Zara for clothes, Zecchi for supplies"  H.N. (Summer Term 2012)

"Never stop exploring and trying new snack bars and restaurants. Expand your sight-seeing beyond what your classes require. Florence has so many precious niches!"  n.n. (Summer Term 2012)

"It may be a lot easier and cheaper to just get an international plan for your U.S. phone, rather than buying an Italian one." E.N. (Summer Term 2012)

"If you like Kebab, try Star Kebab, two blocks away from SACI" K.K. (Summer Term 2012)

"It is very, very hot!! Drink lots of water and wear the appropriate attire" n.n (Summer Term 2012)

"Show your SACI ID card everywhere: lots of places give student discounts" A.K. (Summer Term 2012)

"Definitely go to the 99 cent store - and to the Oblate library for coffee" n.n. (Summer Term 2012)

“Look up the list of supplies you will need on the SACI website before coming.” L.S. (Summer Term 2011)

“Definitely buy food from the Central Market and cook a lot. “ J.T. (Summer Term 2011)

“Bring the supplies you need!” A.B. (Summer Term 2011)

“Hold on to your wallet in clubs!” n.n. (Summer Term 2011)

“Buy fresh pasta at the Central Market to cook at home.” A.P. (Summer Term 2011)

“Take it easy. There’s a lot to do and see, but Rome wasn’t built in a day!” B.J. (Summer Term 2011)

“I loved the Yellow Bar for affordable pasta and the Antica Gelateria Fiorentina near SACI was delicious and a good stop on breaks. “ n.n. (Summer Term 2011)

“Santo Spirito is a great place to go and hang out for a more relaxed environment without as many tourists.” C.G. (Summer Term 2011)

“Don’t forget to validate your ticket when you take the train.” G.H. (Summer Term 2011)

“Go to Gusta Pizza / Gusta Panini.” L.R. (Summer Term 2011)
 

“Visit the 99 cent stores for great deals on everyday things, such as drinks and soap (they would normally be double)” n.n. (Summer Term 2011)