Online Italian Tutors
Online Italian Tutors — Learn Italian from Home
One-on-one video lessons with certified native speakers based in Italy. CILS/CELI exam prep, Italian for travel, opera, and cuisine — on a schedule that fits your life.
Why Online Italian Lessons Beat In-Person
Flexible Schedule
Tutors in Rome (UTC+1), Milan, Florence, and Naples cover early morning to late evening. Find a slot that fits your week without touching your commute or work hours.
Tutors Based in Italy
Connect with native speakers living in the country — tutors from Rome for standard Italian, Florence for the Tuscan origin of the language, Milan for business Italian, and Naples for vivid cultural immersion.
Session Recordings
Every lesson is saved to your Unox dashboard. Replay pronunciation corrections, revisit grammar explanations, and track your CILS/CELI progress over time.
Screen Share & Whiteboard
Your tutor shares CILS/CELI practice papers, authentic Italian recipes for food vocabulary, or opera libretto excerpts live on screen. Work through authentic materials together.
Lesson Formats
1-on-1 Video Lesson
Private 25- or 50-minute sessions. Your tutor builds a personalised syllabus around your CILS/CELI target, travel plans, or passion for Italian cuisine and opera.
Group Class
Three to six learners at the same CEFR level. More conversation turns, lower cost, and the warmth of a small Italian-speaking cohort.
Culture & Conversation Club
An open hour exploring Italian cinema, food, opera, or art with a native speaker. No fixed grammar curriculum — real Italian for B1+ learners.
Intensive Weekend
Six hours across Saturday and Sunday. Ideal for CILS/CELI sprint prep, a fast beginner start, or deep-dive Italian for travel.
Meet a Few of Our Italian Tutors
Giulia R.
Rome — UTC+1
MA Italian Linguistics, La Sapienza · CILS/CELI certified examiner · 13 years
Platform: Unox classroom or Zoom
Specialty: CILS A1–C2, standard Italian, culture and history, grammar
Marco F.
Milan — UTC+1
BA Economics & Italian, Bocconi · Business Italian corporate trainer · 10 years
Platform: Unox classroom or Google Meet
Specialty: Business Italian, CELI exam, Italian for professionals, fashion & design vocabulary
Sofia B.
Florence — UTC+1
BA Italian Literature, Università di Firenze · Dante Alighieri Society instructor
Platform: Unox classroom
Specialty: Italian for travel, cuisine & food vocabulary, opera culture, conversational Italian
How Online Italian Lessons Work
Pick Your Tutor
Filter by city (Rome, Milan, Florence), CILS/CELI expertise, focus (travel, opera, business), and price. Read verified student reviews.
Book a Trial Lesson
Start with a $1 introductory session. Discuss your goals, get a placement assessment, and receive a personalised study plan.
Join the Video Room
Click your lesson link — the Unox classroom opens in your browser. No app required. Works on laptop, tablet, or phone.
Review and Progress
Post-lesson notes, vocabulary lists, and homework appear in your dashboard. Watch the recording and monitor your CEFR level rise.
Online vs In-Person — Cost Comparison
Online lessons cut travel and studio costs, so tutors in Rome or Florence charge less while you learn from home.
Online (Unox)
$15–$45
per 50-minute lesson
- ✓ No commute
- ✓ Session recordings included
- ✓ Tutors based in Italy
- ✓ Instant reschedule
In-Person
$60–$120
per 50-minute lesson
- ✗ Travel time both ways
- ✗ No recording
- ✗ Limited local pool
- ✗ Fixed location & time
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an online Italian tutor cost?
Rates on Unox range from $15 to $45 per hour depending on the tutor's qualifications. That is significantly less than the $60–$120 per hour typical for in-person Italian tutors in major cities.
What are the CILS and CELI certifications?
CILS (Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera) is issued by the Università per Stranieri di Siena. CELI (Certificato di Lingua Italiana) is issued by the Università per Stranieri di Perugia. Both are internationally recognised Italian proficiency certificates, accepted for Italian citizenship applications, university admissions, and professional purposes.
Can I learn Italian specifically for travel or cuisine?
Yes. Filter for tutors with travel Italian or food and cuisine vocabulary in their speciality. Many tutors build lessons around menus, recipes, local customs, and phrases you will actually use in Italy — rather than textbook dialogues.
Do I need any software for an online Italian lesson?
No. The Unox classroom runs in any modern browser. A webcam and microphone are all you need. Your tutor can share practice documents and materials directly on screen.
Can I switch tutors after the first lesson?
Yes, there is no lock-in. Book trial sessions with multiple tutors and purchase a package only once you have found your ideal match.