Top Europe Kid-Friendly Tours

Take a break from a busy sightseeing schedule, whilst still keeping kids entertained, with this family-friendly cookery class near the Colosseum. Follow the guidance of a local chef as you all learn to make pizza and tiramisu, with specific cooking techniques and tools designed to keep children safe and engaged. Then, sit down together to enjoy your homemade meal, with prosecco for the adults and soft drinks for little travelers.

Get more familiar with Italy's culinary heritage, specifically pizza and gelato, during this hands-on cooking class in Rome. Well-suited for travelers looking to take a break from sightseeing and spend some time cooling off indoors, this interactive experience takes you step-by-step through the process of each dish. As you cook, ask your instructor questions and receive plenty of authentic tips and tricks.

Many cooking classes in Italy focus on complex dishes that require solid kitchen skills. On this beginner-friendly experience, learn insider tips and tricks to mastering classical Italian pizza no matter what your skill level. Under the expert tutelage of a local pizzaiolo (pizza chef) instructor, you’ll make dough from scratch and top it with traditional ingredients. Pick up easy-to-learn tips and techniques, then sit down to savor your hard-earned Sicilian feast with soft drinks to accompany your meal.

Learn the secrets to prepare macarons (meringue pastry) with your kids during a 90-minute cooking class. Food coloring, almond powder, and all other necessary ingredients to make the classic pastry are provided. Step by step instructions, which are easy for all ages to follow, are given by a professional French chef. At the end of class, take home four of your own macarons or devour them on the spot.

Treat the whole family to a Vatican tour that’s aimed to entertain kids and adults alike. With a skip-the-line ticket included, the experience ensures you’ll spend less time waiting in lines and more time discovering the highlights and quirky sights of the Vatican. Listen to fun facts as you explore the Candelabra and Tapestry Galleries, the Raphael Rooms, and more. Access to the Sistine Chapel is also included.

Enjoy a fun-filled family day out with a full-day all-access pass to the Aqua Natura water park in Benidorm. Get your adrenaline pumping on thrilling water slides, dive into the gigantic wave pool, or grab a drink from the beach bar.

Get up close to incredible Arctic wildlife on a 5-hour guided trip to the Ranua Wildlife Park, Lapland’s top family attraction. Nestled in woodlands south of Rovaniemi, this beautiful park houses 50 types of animals in environments as close to their natural habitats as possible. Take a walking tour around the forested grounds — and, in summer, the domestic animal park — to see polar bears, lynx, moose, birds and more as your guide shares fun facts about each species. Finish with light snacks before returning to Rovaniemi.

Experience being an Olympian for the day and relive the 1992 Barcelona games. With this visit to the Olympic and Sport Museum you can have fun in the interactive space and discover new skills such as climbing on the climbing wall, propelling yourself in the vertical jump, or facing the Batak. Learn about Olympic heroes of the past and discover the many curiosities of sporting history.

Take a sweet break from sightseeing and indulge your love of gelato with a short class at an academy devoted to the delicious frozen treat in Florence. Join a small group of no more than six fellow enthusiasts at a family-owned company known for its artisanal products, and learn how to craft the perfect gelato. Then, make your own flavor and discover how to scoop gelato like a pro.

For travelers without the time to invest in a full scuba diving course, this introductory dive will get you into the water in Pula. Learn the basics of scuba diving in a small group for beginners, and then discover the amazing underwater world of the Istrian Peninsula. Instruction, equipment, and dive guide included.

Minimize the stress while traveling with young kids by opting for a family-friendly walking tour of Barcelona's medieval Gothic Quarter. Kids can get bored on regular tours; this one is specifically made to keep them engaged while bringing the area's history and traditions to life. The itinerary is accessible to kids and adults—see ancient Roman ruins, the Cathedral of Barcelona, and a local candy shop.

Take a break from sightseeing and avoid crowded restaurants with this small-group pizza and gelato cooking class. Learn how to roll out and top authentic Italian pizza, then create two gelato flavors with seasonal ingredients for a sweet treat. Cap off your class with a delicious meal to sample your creations alongside your fellow classmates and instructor.

With a vast collection of religious artefacts, masterworks, and frescoes around every corner, the sheer amount that's on display at the Vatican can make visiting a challenge for youngsters. On this fully interactive, child-friendly private tour, explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with your guide, and hear stories about the Vatican that the whole family can enjoy.

The Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel are among the most popular attractions in Rome, drawing millions of annual visitors. This private tour is tailor-made for families, with skip-the-line tickets so you don’t have to worry about long queues, entertaining commentary designed to keep all ages engaged, and interactive elements such as stories, games, and multimedia tools.

London's "Harry Potter™" connections are scattered across the city, and spotting the filming locations and their stories is tricky without knowing where to look. Join a walking tour that links them, from the alleyways that inspired Diagon Alley to the Millennium Bridge and Borough Market. Follow a guide between sites and hear behind-the-scenes stories at each stop.

Anne Frank left an indelible mark on Amsterdam, but finding your way between important sites and understanding the personal stories behind the city's landmarks can be difficult on your own. This small-group walking tour follows in Frank's footsteps and reveals the impact of WWII and Nazi occupation through her perspective for a deeper understanding of the city's history.

Get a peek at the largest collection of Leonardo da Vinci's personal notes and sketches from the Codex Atlanticus in Milan's Pinacoteca Ambrosiana without haveing to wait in line with this pre-booked admission ticket. Spend as much time as you'd like exploring the Codex exhibit, the library where the entire 1,000-page Codex is stored, and the museum's permanent collection of paintings by masters such as Caravaggio and Raphael.

This private walking tour is tailor-made to engage children in the art and history of picturesque Montmartre. During this treasure hunt experience, your family will solve riddles and hear in-depth stories about the neighborhood's rich history, culture, and former residents. Altogether, it offers a balance of activity and sightseeing that kids and adults can enjoy together.

Looking for something to do in Lucerne that works in any weather? The Swiss Museum of Transport offers a flexible, stress-free experience you can enjoy at your own pace. With your entrance ticket, explore interactive halls dedicated to aviation, rail, and road travel, where historic aircraft, hands-on simulators, railway tunnels, signals, and classic automobiles bring transportation history to life.

Athens' best food is spread across markets, producers, and small shops that are hard to find on your own. Walk between them in a small group instead, with someone who knows where to stop—and how to order. Sample your way through yogurt, olive oil, cured meats, and other Greek staples, hearing about daily life in the city as you pass through neighborhoods such as Plaka and Anafiotika.

Enjoy a totally unique family experience with this dragon tour of Barcelona. Over the course of 2.5 hours, explore the streets of Barrio Gótico, following your guide’s clues as you search for the many dragons hidden in the architecture of the city’s oldest buildings. Discover the cultural ideas behind this powerful mythical creature. Children lead the way on this creative scavenger hunt.

Enjoy the wonderful creatures of the Barcelona Zoo with this one-day admission ticket. Situated in the city's lush Parc de la Ciutadella, the Catalan capital's wildlife refuge is considered the best in all of Spain, playing host to more than 4,000 creatures. Observe animals including monkeys, lions, dolphins and more, all happily at home in their comfy habitats, and discover the history of Snowflake, a rare white gorilla that once called the zoo home.

Futurismo Pico Azores Adventures offer experiences that can be both educational and fun. The success rate on cetacean sighting is 98%.

Explore the scenic streets of Saint-Germain-des Prés in the sweetest way possible. This family-friendly pastry and chocolate tour features a treasure hunt and several tastings. Visit the oldest chocolate shop in Paris, choose from a wide variety of macaron flavors, sample salted butter caramel, and end with delicious ice cream or hot chocolate, depending on the season.