Experience Florence through its history, art, and culture on an exclusive 7-day journey, staying on the grounds of NYU Florence, a group of villas including Villa La Pietra, a Renaissance villa nestled in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Wander amidst the classic formal gardens, an inspiration to artists writers, musicians, poets, actors, students, and scholars. And imagine doing so in the company of a small cohort of fellow NYU alumni. This intimate, 12-person group will dive into the richness of Florence, embracing a student’s-eye view of this stunning city. From the hilltop oasis which Lord Acton’s family donated to NYU, you will explore nearby Florence, rightly known as the “cradle of the Renaissance” for its museums, churches, domed cathedral, and more. You will visit a working farm, a winery, a cooking school, a textile conservation workshop, markets and more.

Led by Faculty Director Jenny McPhee, novelist, translator of works by major Italian authors, recipient of a Guggenheim fellowship, and above all someone who knows and has a genuine love of Italy which she will share with you. 

Program Cost: $5500

Deposit due at time of registration: $500

Final payment of $5000 due at time of enrollment

20% discount for NYU Alumni applied at time of final enrollment

A non-refundable $500 deposit is required upon registration. Once registration has been submitted, the SPS Global team will contact you about enrollment and final payment for the course.

To learn more about the program, visit our website here.