Inside the city

Macerata is a charming hillside town in the Marche region of central Italy that embodies the essence of Italy. Wander the cobblestone streets of the historic city center, take a hike in the surrounding hills that dot the landscape or practice your Italian with your language partner. Experience the historic and natural beauty of the area, including Adriatic beaches and coastal cliffs, beautiful palazzo and piazzas, underground caverns and Apennine peaks. In Macerata, the possibilities are endless for an authentic Italian experience.

The study center

The AHA Center is located in the 17th century Palazzo Floriani Carradori. The center offers wireless access, a modest computer lab for students and frescoed classrooms as well as a small lending and reference library. The center is located near the Piazzo Vittorio Vineto, where a weekly open air market is held. Students enrolled in the painting course will attend biweekly courses at the Accademia di Belle Arti, located just around the corner from the AHA Center. In addition to the center, Macerata and the Marche region serve as a living classroom, including excursions to the Arena Sferisterio, the Teatro “Lauro Rossi”, tours through the Roman ruins in Urbs Salvia, a visit to the 12th century Abbazia di Chiaravalle di Fiastra, the Basilica di San Nicola in Tolentino and the markets and beaches of Civitanova.