Off the beaten path but beloved by those who know it well, Perugia is a great choice for students looking for a truly local experience in Italy. Perugia rises and falls with its rolling terrain, providing stunning views of the hills of Italy’s “green heart” and the city’s mix of Etruscan, medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. On the ground, you’ll find an impressive variety of restaurants, cafes, piano bars, museums, art galleries, cinemas and everything that caters to Perugia’s abundant (local) college student body. Want to experience an authentic Italian town, make local friends, and improve your Italian? Perugia is calling!