Top Italy Kid-Friendly Tours

Sights in Rome are spread out, making a bus tour ideal—but long, cramped rides are a recipe for restlessness. Ideal for independent-minded travelers, this hop-on-hop-off bus tour lets you get down and explore whenever and wherever you wish. When booking, choose from a wide range of pass options, from half-day or single-route trips up to multi-day durations. Enjoy unimpeded views and listen to audio commentary in 12 languages.

Gain priority entrance to the Leonardo Interactive Museum in Florence—and step inside the creative mind of one of the world's greatest artists and inventors—when you prebook admission tickets online. Your ticket offers unlimited access to the museum, so you can spend as long you like exploring the exhibitions, admiring recreations of Leonardo’s machines, and learning more about the true Renaissance man.

Due to large crowds and numerous historical attractions, visiting a city like Rome isn't always easy for kids. This small-group tour, designed specifically for young explorers, ensures kids stay interested and engaged during a skip-the-line tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Play treasure hunts and games using multimedia tools to uncover the history of ancient Rome.

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.

Delve into the brilliant mind of Leonardo da Vinci at this interactive exhibit. Leonardo3 - The World of Leonardo, located at Piazza della Scala, boasts a number of reproductions of Leonardo’s famous machines as well as manuscripts, digital restorations, and reconstructions. Enjoy a number of interactive experiences in a multitude of languages with audio guides.

The Basilica di Santa Croce, with its austere interior and neo-Gothic façade, is one of the largest Franciscan churches in the world, and is part of a complex of religious buildings that include cloisters, crypts, and the Museo dell’Opera. With this pre-booked ticket, save yourself the trouble of waiting in line for admission to the complex, leaving you more time to see the religious art and burial places of some Florence’s most important artists, writers, and scientists.

Learn to make pizza and tiramisu in a fun, family-friendly cooking class near the Colosseum. With a local chef, kids safely knead dough and assemble dessert using child-friendly tools, while adults enjoy wine or Prosecco and children sip soft drinks. Sit down together to enjoy your homemade lunch in a cozy Roman kitchen and create lasting family memories.

Take a course on mask-making from a master artisan in Venice, and learn about the history of this ancient tradition. See the traditional art of decorating a mask and see what goes into the preparation for the Venetian Carnival. Then create your own masterpiece to create a special memory from your time in Venice.

The ruins of Pompeii are spectacular, but standard guided tours can be dry for younger travelers. With this kid-focused tour, a family-friendly guide makes the archaeological site come alive with interactive activities and games, stories, and visual materials. Enjoy skip-the-line tickets and take in the highlights in just hours to keep kids of all ages engaged and captivated by the history of this Roman city.

Traveling with children can be challenging, especially when faced with long lines at top attractions. This specially tailored private guided tour for families offers a solution: skip-the-line access to the ever-popular Doge's Palace. Along the way, enjoy child-friendly games and activities, and a chance to also check of St. Mark’s Square and the Bridge of Sighs.

Sightseeing with kids in tow can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. Take the stress out of keeping your kids engaged while you take in the sights on this private, family-friendly tour in Florence. Let your guide facilitate games and activities to keep your children curious and captivated at each stop along the way.

Discover the wonders of ancient Pompeii on a private, family-friendly tour designed especially for kids. Perfect for children aged five and up, this engaging experience brings Roman history to life as you explore the main square, theaters, and hot springs. Enjoy a fun, interactive two-hour tour with guaranteed skip-the-line access.

Turn a visit to one of Florence’s most famous museums into a fun, kid-friendly private tour with guaranteed skip-the-line access. Avoid waiting in line and head inside with an entertaining guide who shows you Michelangelo’s iconic ‘David’ statue plus other artistic highlights. Games, treasure hunts, and contests keep kids engaged so everyone enjoys the art while learning about the Renaissance.

With ancient treasures, beautiful architecture, and spectacular frescoes round every corner, the UNESCO–listed Vatican ranks among Rome’s must-see attractions—but the weight of history can make visiting a challenge for youngsters. On this fully interactive and child-friendly skip-the-line tour, explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with your guide, and hear the secrets of the Vatican in a way the whole family can enjoy.

Beat the crowds at the Hard Rock Cafe in Venice for a rock ‘n’ roll night out complete with stunning canal views. Skip the long line when you arrive and head straight to your table. Enjoy classic American fare surrounded by memorabilia from all your favorite musicians, and customize your experience with your choice of a 2- or 3-course meal.

Make the most of your time at the Colosseum with an express tour designed especially for kids and families. Join a local guide inside the iconic Roman amphitheater and hear fascinating stories about gladiators while learning about the building’s history through fun games and interactive activities. For a deeper dive into ancient Rome, upgrade the experience to include the nearby Roman Forum.

A hands-on workshop is a fun way to discover the secrets to preparing authentic Italian pizza and gelato, but most cooking classes take up half a day. This express option is ideal for time-pressed travelers who want to break up their Florence sightseeing with an interactive cooking experience in the city center. Learn how to make pizza and gelato from scratch, plus feast on your creations (served with wine) in just a few hours.

Visit one of Rome’s most iconic ancient sights—the Colosseum—with a kid-focused guide who brings its history to life for even the youngest travelers with this group tour. Head to the amphitheater to hear about the life of Flavius Attilius, one of history’s greatest gladiators. Animated storytelling paired with interactive quizzes keeps kids engaged.

Keeping children engaged while exploring historic landmarks can be challenging, but this kid-friendly private tour of the Vatican is designed for families. Save time with skip-the-line tickets and go directly inside the Vatican with a scavenger hunt, quizzes, and other games that keep kids engaged. See artwork by famous artists like Michelangelo and visit the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter’s Basilica.

Rome can be exceptionally busy during the daytime, but this guided small-group evening tour makes the most of the city's quieter hours. Stroll through historic streets and pass by landmarks such as the Colosseum and Capitoline Hill as you listen to thrilling tales of gladiators, executions, and political intrigue. Leave with a better understanding of Ancient Rome and plenty of must-see locations checked off your list.

Visiting the Vatican with children can be challenging. This private tour makes it easier: skip entrance lines with priority admission and team up with your guide to solve quizzes, play scavenger hunts, and try other personalized educational activities. This tour visits St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel.

Explore Florence in a way the whole family can enjoy with this kid-friendly private tour. Play games, tackle trivia questions, and hear stories about the city’s sights as you discover the city. Visit San Lorenzo Market, Piazza della Repubblica, Ponte Vecchio, and San Lorenzo Market, whilst keeping the kids engaged and entertained.

The Vatican Museum draws millions of visitors each year, but the celebrated art collection isn’t every kid’s idea of a good time. On this private, family-friendly tour, your guide keeps children entertained through trivia questions and scavenger hunts as you visit museum highlights such as the Gallery of Maps, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Square.