Experience in viareggio, Italy by Michele

What is it like to live in Viareggio? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

The nice periods to come are the carnival period (February) and summer period to enjoy the sea

What is the student lifestyle like in Viareggio?

There are several schools, not universities; youngsters usually hang out at pubs and discos in the close towns

How much does it cost to live in Viareggio?

Not that much, it's not as dear as Milan or Rome
Anyway it depends on the neighborhood

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Viareggio? Is there any advice you can give?

I don't know

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Risotto alla viareggina is pretty good
Also "il cacciucco"
They are fish based dishes

What places would you recommend visiting in Viareggio?

The promenade, the pier and the place with the yachts

Is the nightlife good in Viareggio? Where is good to go?

The promenade and Viale Europa in Darsena is full of disco pubs, very visited during summer nights

What advice would you give future students heading to Viareggio?

Enjoy the following discos close to the town
Seven Apples (in Marina di pietrasanta)
La Bussola (in Marina di pietrasanta)
Twiga (in forte dei marmi)