{"id":32599,"date":"2025-04-02T11:54:10","date_gmt":"2025-04-02T09:54:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magictowns.it\/?p=32599"},"modified":"2026-05-13T13:44:08","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T11:44:08","slug":"what-people-say-about-living-in-vicenza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magictowns.it\/fr\/what-people-say-about-living-in-vicenza\/","title":{"rendered":"What People Say About Living in Vicenza"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vicence<\/a><\/strong> is, for me, one of the most underrated cities in Italy, and especially in the region. Everyone who comes to Veneto usually focuses on cities like Venise<\/a><\/strong> et V\u00e9rone<\/a><\/strong>. But the reality is that if you’re considering a move to Italy<\/strong>, this place is really convenient<\/strong> for everyday life. It has a train station with high-speed trains that connect you to cities all over Italy, three airports within an hour’s drive, and some of the best road connections in the whole country. And it’s significantly moins cher<\/strong> than either of its more famous neighbours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located in Veneto, roughly halfway between Verona and Venice (and just 30 minutes from Padoue<\/a><\/strong>), Vicenza is a city of around 110,000 people. Big enough<\/strong> to have proper infrastructure, a cultural scene, and all the services you’d expect, but small enough<\/strong> that it doesn’t feel like a lot to deal with day to day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we’ll break down what living in Vicenza is really like \u2013 the good and the less good \u2013 through our data and the opinions of people who live there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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La vie \u00e0 Vicenza : Ce que disent les gens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One thing that makes Vicenza interesting compared to most Italian cities its size is the presence of a large American military community<\/a><\/strong>. Camp Ederle (the US Army base) has been here since World War II, and the result is a city that’s quite used to foreigners <\/strong>in a way that a lot of provincial Italian cities simply aren’t. Indeed, in the area there are many international school<\/a><\/strong> options (including schools in the nearby Ros\u00e0<\/a> area). So if you’re an American expat or a family with kids who need an English-language education, that’s a huge plus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“It’s a city on a human scale, with good services and schools. The town center itself is beautiful, but most of all, everything that surrounds it<\/strong>: you’re really near lots of hills, mountains and lakes. Personally, I wouldn’t trade it for any other city!”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

On our index<\/a><\/strong>, Vicenza has a quality of life score of 90\/100 \u2013 so definitely high. The reason is that it’s really livable: it’s quiet but quite active, there are cultural events, seasonal markets, concerts, many bars, and restaurants. And most of all, tourist pressure<\/strong> is low compared to Venice or V\u00e9rone<\/a>. In general, it’s a great place to walk around. It’s also a city for art lovers<\/strong> - Andrea Palladio<\/strong> based most of his work here in the 16th century, and the city centre earned UNESCO World Heritage status because of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, for familles<\/strong> thinking longer term: the wider Veneto region is home to some of Italy’s best universities<\/strong>, and the University of Padua \u2013 just 30 minutes away \u2013 is not just one of Italy’s top institutions, it’s one of the oldest universities in the world. So if you’re moving with kids, this is a region where higher education is genuinely excellent and nearby. Plus, internet is solid – average download speeds of 236 Mbps, which is more than enough for remote work.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vicenza, Italy<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Transport and Connectivity in Vicenza<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Les gare centrale<\/a><\/strong> is literally 4 minutes from the city centre. From there, you can reach V\u00e9rone<\/a><\/strong> in about 25 minutes, Padoue<\/a><\/strong> in 20, and Venise<\/a><\/strong> in around 45. Milan<\/a><\/strong> is about 1 hour 40 minutes away on a fast train. For day trips, for appointments, or just for a weekend away, this is a really convenient position to be in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sur a\u00e9roports<\/strong>, you have three options within a reasonable drive. The closest is Verona Valerio Catullo<\/strong>, 36 minutes away \u2013 a decent regional airport with several European connections. Venise<\/a> Marco Polo<\/strong> is 43 minutes and the most connected of the three, with more international routes. And then there’s Tr\u00e9vise<\/a> Antonio Canova<\/strong> at 50 minutes. So for regular travellers or expats who fly often, having three options to choose from makes a real difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within the city, Vicence<\/a><\/strong> est tr\u00e8s accessible \u00e0 pied<\/strong> \u2013 everyday services are reachable on foot and there’s a really efficient bus network. So depending on where you live, life without une voiture<\/a><\/strong> is totally doable. However, for the wider area, having one is definitely recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the cities, the region has a lot of variety: you can be at the sea<\/strong> (Sottomarina di Chioggia is one of the closest beaches), at a lake<\/strong> (Lake Garda is about an hour away, and Lago di Fimon is just on the edge of the city itself), or in the mountains<\/strong> \u2013 the Asiago<\/a><\/strong> plateau and the Tresch\u00e8 Conca ski resort are both under an hour’s drive. The Dolomites are doable on a longer day out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Life in Vicenza isn\u2019t bad at all. You\u2019re just an hour away from the mountains, perfect for escaping the summer heat, and an hour from the sea. <\/strong>The city is rich in history, and the historic center is charming. There are plenty of beautiful spots for nature walks. Personally, I really enjoy living here. It might feel a bit quiet at times, and there aren\u2019t many organized activities for families.”<\/em> <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Where to Live in Vicenza: Housing & Cost of Living<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Prix de l'immobilier en Vicence<\/a><\/strong> are reasonable. The average sale price is around \u20ac1,871\/m\u00b2<\/strong>, which puts a 100m\u00b2 apartment at roughly \u20ac187,000<\/strong> \u2013 less than Venise<\/a> ou Milan<\/a>, and competitive with other cities in Veneto. Here’s a breakdown by area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ville<\/th>Prix de vente (\u20ac\/m\u00b2)<\/th>Maison moyenne de 100m\u00b2 (\u20ac)<\/th>Loyer (\u20ac\/m\u00b2)<\/th>Loyer moyen pour 100m\u00b2 (\u20ac\/mois)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Centro<\/td>\u20ac2,322<\/td>~\u20ac232,200<\/td>\u20ac11.54<\/td>~\u20ac1,154<\/td><\/tr>
San Bortolo, Piscine, San Paolo, Laghetto, Marosticana, Polegge<\/td>\u20ac1,943<\/td>~\u20ac194,300<\/td>\u20ac9.99<\/td>~\u20ac999<\/td><\/tr>
Viale Trieste<\/a>, Saviabona, San Francesco, Anconetta<\/td>\u20ac1,649<\/td>~\u20ac164,900<\/td>\u20ac10.48<\/td>~\u20ac1,048<\/td><\/tr>
San Pio X, Bertesina, Bertesinella, Ca’ Balbi<\/td>\u20ac1,552<\/td>~\u20ac155,200<\/td>\u20ac9.80<\/td>~\u20ac980<\/td><\/tr>
Monte Berico, Gogna, Ferrovieri, Sant’Agostino<\/td>\u20ac1,653<\/td>~\u20ac165,300<\/td>\u20ac10.35<\/td>~\u20ac1,035<\/td><\/tr>
Santa Bertilla, San Felice, Cattane, Villaggio del Sole, Maddalene<\/td>\u20ac1,659<\/td>~\u20ac165,900<\/td>\u20ac10.10<\/td>~\u20ac1,010<\/td><\/tr>
Borgo Berga, Campedello, Riviera Berica<\/td>\u20ac1,768<\/td>~\u20ac176,800<\/td>\u20ac11.80<\/td>~\u20ac1,180<\/td><\/tr>
Casale, Valletta del Silenzio, Stanga<\/td>\u20ac1,777<\/td>~\u20ac177,700<\/td>\u20ac9.18<\/td>~\u20ac918<\/td><\/tr>
San Lazzaro, Viale Verona<\/td>\u20ac1,546<\/td>~\u20ac154,600<\/td>\u20ac10.30<\/td>~\u20ac1,030<\/td><\/tr>
Santa Croce Bigolina, Longara, Debba, San Pietro Intrigogna<\/td>\u20ac1,311<\/td>~\u20ac131,100<\/td>\u20ac8.64<\/td>~\u20ac864<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Data from Immobiliare.it \u2013 reference period: March 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Les city centre<\/strong> is the most expensive \u2013 but \u20ac2,322\/m\u00b2 for a UNESCO-listed historic centre is still reasonable for northern Italy. If you’re on a tighter budget, the outer residential areas like San Pio X<\/strong> or the southern neighbourhoods (Gogna, Campedello)<\/strong> are worth looking at. Monte Berico<\/strong>, just south of the centre, is a popular choice \u2013 it’s hilly, quieter, with good views, and cheaper than the centro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cI highly recommend la zone autour du Teatro Comunale<\/strong>. It\u2019s conveniently located, with easy access to parking, just 6 minutes from the motorway exit. The beautiful Parco Fornaci is nearby, and you\u2019ll find several supermarkets within reach. The city center is a short walk away, and the train station is only 10 minutes on foot.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

If you want even lower prices,<\/strong> the towns just outside the city \u2013 Sovizzo<\/strong><\/a>, Altavilla Vicentina<\/strong><\/a>, Brendola<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 can be significantly cheaper while still being close enough to commute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Challenges of Living in Vicenza<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First, air quality.<\/strong> Les Vicence<\/a><\/strong> province has a lot of industrial activity outside the city, and that does affect the air. The overall air quality is still good (82\/100), but if you’re coming from a mountain town<\/a> or a less industrialised area, you might notice the difference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second, safety<\/strong>. Vicenza is a quiet, safe city overall. That said, some locals mention the area around Campo Marzio, near the train station, as a spot that can feel a bit rough, especially at night. It’s nothing alarming, but worth knowing if you’re choosing a neighbourhood or if you’re out late on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Third, knowing Italian still matters.<\/strong> Yes, the American military community is large, and within that circle you can get by entirely in English. But outside the base, Vicenza is still very much an Italien<\/a><\/strong> city. It’s multicultural<\/a><\/strong> in its own way \u2013 you’ll find sushi, Mexican, Chinese, Thai restaurants \u2013 but still, do not expect everyone to speak English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fourth, nightlife is limited.<\/strong> There are bars, restaurants, clubs, and events throughout the year \u2013 it’s not a dead city by any means. But if you’re comparing it to Padoue<\/a><\/strong> (which is just 20 minutes away and has a huge university crowd), or to a big city, Vicenza is noticeably quieter. For retrait\u00e9s<\/a><\/strong> ou familles<\/a><\/strong>, that’s usually a plus. For younger people, it can start to feel like not much is going on after a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fifth, buses outside peak hours.<\/strong> Within the city during the day, the bus network works well. But in the evenings and on weekends, frequency drops. If you’re relying on public transport to get around the wider area, it’s going to be limiting. A car<\/a><\/strong> is really the practical solution here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vicenza en chiffres : Donn\u00e9es cl\u00e9s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n