u/play-duh

Im visiting Florence for the first time and was absolutely shocked to see how many study abroad students are here. Not just that they’re here, but that they essentially tear the city up and have turned it into The Jersey Shore but in a city with incredible history and culture. It feels impossible to do anything or go anywhere after 10 PM without hordes of girls in mini skirts bowling into you.

I know study abroad is big, but do locals have any say in any of it? Do city governments try to limit how many students come in because of all of this?? Has Florence always been like this or has it gotten worse?

Additionally, if anyone knows of a regular bar that’s relaxed with music that IS NOT a night club that would be so deeply appreciated.