Top Italy Kid-Friendly Tours

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.

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.

Escape the crowds and heat of Rome for a day on the stunning island of Ponza. A quick one hour transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle will take you from central Rome to the coast. From there, board a fast ferry for the 1.5-hour crossing to Ponza (ferry ticket €60 per person, payable at check-in). Once in Ponza, set off on a 5-hour boat tour around Ponza’s spectacular coastline. Cruise past dramatic cliffs, sea caves, and hidden coves as your tour leader shares insights about the island’s history and geology. Along the way, enjoy several stops to swim and snorkel in crystal-clear Mediterranean waters. Bring your own snorkel gear or rent it in advance by selecting the option when booking. Relax onboard with a freshly prepared pasta lunch served picnic-style, accompanied by water, local wine, and an Italian espresso. After the boat tour, enjoy an hour of free time to explore Ponza’s charming harbor, browse local shops, or grab a gelato. Arrive back in Rome at approximately 9:00 PM.

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.

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.

Get the kids into cooking in a fun way with this small-group 2-hour pizza-making class for the family in Rome. Learn the secrets of making an authentic Italian pizza from a real pizza chef. Get hands-on experience along every step of the process, from preparing the dough to putting it in a real stone oven, with this workshop designed for kids and adults. Eat your delicious creation at the end of class.

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.

Dragging tired kids around ancient ruins rarely ends well. This express Colosseum tour is built for families, with games and interactive activities that turn the amphitheater's history into something kids actually follow, gladiator stories included. The pacing keeps younger ones from flagging, and you can add the nearby Roman Forum for a fuller picture of ancient Rome.

Take a break from the usual sightseeing and snapping photos in Venice with this special experience that allows you to be an artist for the day. Learn how to capture the sky, lagoon, and historic palaces through the time-honored medium of watercolor. A local Venetian artist takes you to find the ideal corner of the city to paint, where you can create your own artwork.

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.

Did you know that the Egyptian Museum in Turin is the second most important in the world after the one in Cairo, Egypt? Your children should visit this museum when in Europe and this private 2 h kid-friendly tour is the best way to do it. It includes all the highlights of the collection and is led by a top-rated guide specialized in working with children and families. She/he will make your visit fun and educational, making history and antiquities come alive.

Make Pompeii more engaging for younger travelers with a private tour designed specifically for families. Instead of a standard history-focused visit, this experience uses interactive activities, games, and storytelling to help children connect with the ancient city while staying interested throughout the tour. Skip-the-line access and a focused itinerary also help families explore Pompeii more efficiently and comfortably.

Go in search of Percy Jackson's characters on this kid-friendly tour of Rome's Capitoline Museums. Your guide will tailor their commentary and the tour's content to the ages and interests of your kids, making Roman history come alive. This private tour promises personalized attention and plenty of time to ask questions.

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.

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.

Visit the Ruins of Herculaneum with a private guide on this 2-hour tour designed with families in mind. As you explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed archaeological site and learn about the destruction of the Roman city by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD, your kids will stay interested and engaged with trivia, games, photo contests, and more. Select a departure time and the option corresponding to your family size when booking.

Take a private guided tour of the beautiful Milan Duomo and its rooftop with a skip-the-line ticket. This tour is great for families with kids and is packed with educational games and activities for everyone to enjoy. Learn about the history of this famous cathedral and avoid the long lines to make the most of your time at the cathedral.

Ideally suited for children, this kid-friendly, skip-the-line tour keeps the youngest travelers entertained as they discover the well-preserved ancient site of Pompeii. Get a glimpse into the once prosperous ancient city, with villas, bathhouses, paved streets, and more. Interactive commentary will keep the whole family entertained, while on-the-spot entry lets you bypass the queues.

Enjoy a seamless day trip from Rome to Pompeii with high-speed rail, shared transfers, a guided visit inside the ruins, and a relaxed winery lunch with wine tasting! Start at Rome Termini and board a high-speed train to Naples (tickets included). On arrival, meet our driver and continue by shared shuttle to Pompeii (see the photo of the experience to spot our meeting point!) At Pompeii, join an English-speaking professional guide for a walking tour through one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites. With your entrance ticket included, you’ll explore key areas of the ancient city and learn the history and daily life of Pompeii through engaging stories and context. After the guided tour, continue to a local winery for a traditional lunch paired with a wine tasting featuring wines from the Vesuvian area. At the end of the experience, you’ll be escorted by shared shuttle back to Naples, in time to catch your high-speed train back to Rome!

Make the most of your time in Florence and avoid missing key highlights with a guided tour that includes convenient timed entry to the Accademia Gallery. Depending on the option selected, you'll also explore the artworks in the Uffizi Gallery, or visit the highlights of the historic center on a walking tour that goes beyond the guidebook with local history and insider tips.

Pompeii is an extraordinary Roman ruin and a UNESCO World Heritage site, but sparking a young child’s interest in history can be tricky. This two-hour skip-the-line walking tour is tailored for families, making it simple and engaging to discover Pompeii’s best spots. Packed with fun games and interactive storytelling, it keeps the kids engaged while making history exciting and unforgettable.

Learn about Florentine cuisine's history and its distinct flavor profiles with this cookery class. Including a market visit to collect ingredients, this offers a more immersive experience than dining out alone. See how locals shop at the Central Market to select fresh ingredients, discovering produce you might otherwise miss. Then learn to make Tuscan favorites like focaccia and fresh cheese, homemade pasta, and tiramisu. Afterwards, enjoy your meal paired with unlimited Chianti wine.

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.