The University of Florence fosters cooperation with academic and research institutions worldwide, promoting internationalisation across culture and science. To support this mission, the University — through its departments and schools — hosts highly qualified international academic staff, researchers, visiting scholars and students. Services for international guests The Internationalisation Promotion and Development Office (Ufficio Promozione e Sviluppo dell'Internazionalizzazione) helps international visitors hosted by the University for academic or scientific activities to find accommodation in the city.The office can book places at affiliated university residences and local accommodation providers, as well as provide details on discounted rates and trusted online platforms. Accommodation in Florence Discounts and benefits for Unifi students Services for international guests and mobility Practical information Are you a foreign citizen and do you need information for entry into Italy, residence permit, health care, bank account and insurance? Consult the page dedicated to the stay in Italy and practical information The city of Florence Florence is the capital of Tuscany, located on the banks of the river Arno, in the central-northern part of the Italian peninsula. It is easily accessible from every part of Italy and abroad, by plane, car and train. Florence is located on the main national railway lines; the international airport "Amerigo Vespucci" is only 5 km from the city centre; the A1 tollway (autostrada) connects Florence to Bologna and Milan, to the north, and to Rome and Naples, to the south.Besides boasting a glorious past, Florence is today an important cultural, manufacturing, commercial and industrial centre. The city is a destination for tourists from all over the world.For more information on the city of Florence, its history, art and culture, economy and climate, consult the official website of the Municipality of Florence and the tourism promotion portal Destination Florence. For information on how to reach Florence and get around the city, consult the Feel Florence website. Official website of the Municipality of Florence Destination Florence - tourism promotion portal Feel Florence website