The Institute is located on one of the most beautiful streets in Florence, Via Martelli, a few steps from Piazza del Duomo, in the heart of the city. It is situated in a prestigious XVII century building, Palazzo Testa, and offers a truly unique environment for all those who wish to study the Italian language and culture.

From the windows of the classrooms one can enjoy an amazing close-up view of the Cathedral and Brunelleschi's dome, the city's symbol and the majestic Palazzo Medici-Riccardi. In very few minutes, from the Institute one can reach all the main museums and monuments of the city by foot.