Turin

There is a reason why San Salvario is one of our four highlights – this isn’t only the place for eating and drinking, but also sleeping. It’s the best place to make your base. With close proximity to the city centre, Vanchiglia is also a great option, and the best way to find a flat to rent is on Facebook groups (they are constantly updated, and it’s a great way of contacting people directly). One piece of important advice: do NOT stay in La Crochetta. It may seem very close to San Salvario, but looks can be very deceiving. There is an enormous, uncrossable train track between the two neighbourhoods, which means you will have a 45 minute walk to your apericena appointment with newly made friends.

"My favourite neighbourhood is Vanchiglia, very near to the city centre, where I lived for two years until I went to Germany. When I came back, I lived in Piazza Vittorio – one of the most famous areas of Turin – but it wasn’t for me, since it was too central. After going to Barcelona I came back to Vanchiglia, and this is where I live now. My first room here cost around €345, whereas the rent for Piazza Vittorio was €350. Now, I pay costs €300. I found my first two places by surfing the Internet: Facebook is full of groups for accommodation. I found my current flat through an agency."

"I lived in a studio flat which I found myself through the landlady of my Air BnB. I didn't personally go through an agency so it happened all quite quickly, I'd definitely advise living with other students and going through an agency because even though it may be more expensive, it's worth it. I personally paid 270 euros/month."