San Gallo stay: two bedrooms walking distance from the Academies

Central Two-Bedroom Retreat near the Duomo

If being just a short walk away from the academy and the city’s most iconic landmarks is your priority, look no further! This convenient apartment is located in Via San Gallo, one of the most historic and central streets of Florence.

You are just steps away from the Cathedral (Duomo) and surrounded by the best bakeries, cafes, and museums the city has to offer. This functional and well-positioned home is the ideal choice for students or colleagues looking for maximum efficiency and a central base.

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Apartment Layout & Amenities

Sleeping Area – 2 Bedrooms:

• Master Bedroom: A spacious double bedroom.

• Second Bedroom: A cozy single bedroom.

• Climate: Air conditioning provided to ensure a pleasant stay regardless of the season.

• Tech: High-speed Wi-Fi available throughout the apartment.

Kitchen & Bath:

• Kitchen: Upon entering, you will find a kitchen with the fundamentals for home cooking.

• Bathroom: Functional bathroom which also features a washing machine for your convenience.

Building Access & Timing:

• Check-in: From 2:00 PM.

• Check-out: By 10:00 AM.

• Flexibility: Early check-in or late check-out may be arranged in accordance with other bookings; therefore, we cannot know or confirm in advance if it is possible.

• Access: Located on the 2nd floor of a historic building with no elevator.

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Logistics

Important for Students: Our courses are held across three different venues. Please note that the specific location for your course will be confirmed approximately two weeks before the course starts.

From this apartment, even the furthest academy location is only 1.2 km away, so we have provided only the walking times as they are the most efficient option:

1. Via Sant’Egidio, 12

• Walking time: Approx. 10–12 minutes.

2. Via dei Rustici, 7

• Walking time: Approx. 14–16 minutes.

3. Via dei Servi, 49

• Walking time: Approx. 5–7 minutes.

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How to reach the apartment

From Santa Maria Novella Station (SMN):

• Walking time: Approx. 12–14 minutes.

• Taxi: A very short 5-minute ride from the station.

From Florence Airport (Amerigo Vespucci):

• By Tram: Take the T2 Tram line to the “Alamanni/Stazione” stop. From there, it is a pleasant 12-minute walk or a quick taxi ride to the apartment.

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Pros & Cons

PROS (Why you’ll love it):

• Strategic Hub: Located incredibly close to the Duomo and the Europass locations, minimizing travel time.

• Two Separate Bedrooms: The layout with a double and a single bedroom offers privacy for different guests.

• Full Amenities: Having a washing machine and A/C makes it perfect for longer stays during the academic term.

CONS (Things to consider):

• The Climb: Located on the 2nd floor with no elevator, a standard feature of historic buildings in this district.

• City Life: Being in the heart of the center means you are immersed in the lively, vibrant energy of Florence.