While there are plenty of things to keep the adults in the group entertained all throughout the region during a stay in one of our Tuscany Villas – wine-tasting, shopping, visits to museums, wandering around historic towns, and more – many of these activities are either less interesting to children or not for children at all. A great vacation in Tuscany that everyone can enjoy will involve combining the must-see activities that adults don’t want to miss with both experiences everyone will appreciate and outings that will specifically appeal to the little ones in your group. Here are some of our best suggestions of things to do with the kids (and things that those who are kids at heart will love) during your next visit to Tuscany...
Gelato
This is an obvious one but most kids love ice-cream and few places in the world can compete with Italy, and Tuscany especially, when it comes to ice-cream. In particular, if you have booked a villa in San Gimignano, a trip to the town’s famous and award-winning Gelateria Dondoli for some gelato is a must! Often named as the best place in the world to get ice-cream, it is the ideal spot for an unforgettable culinary experience that your children will remember for the rest of their lives...
Museums
While some kids naturally love the experience of museums, others might need a little help engaging with the fun and education of visiting such an institution. Luckily, most museums now offer specific experiences and guides for children. Take, for example, the Uffizi if you are staying in one of our villas in Florence: they have the UffiziKids initiative, which offers special guided tours, treasure hunts through the museum, in-person help from staff in the museum, and online resources. So, make sure to avail of this and other similar services so that everyone can learn and have fun at some of the best museums in the world!
Our Villas With Pools In Tuscany
Different outings and adventures are all well and good but it is also worth keeping in mind that if you book one of our villas with pools in Tuscany, you have a built-in outlet for kids to enjoy throughout their holiday and you don’t need to go anywhere in particular to have serious fun and make memories!
Theme Parks, Aquariums, and More
Theme parks are probably not the first thing that comes to mind when one imagines a vacation in Tuscany but there are some really unique and interesting theme parks, aquariums, and other such attractions that kids will love all across the region. Take, for example, the Pinocchio Park that can be visited by those who find a holiday rental in Collodi. Dedicated to the beloved children’s character, it boasts amusement park rides, themed areas following the story of the little puppet, a theatre where puppet shows take place, crafts areas, and more. If you are staying in a vacation rental in Livorno, you can head to Livorno’s wonderful aquarium and get a closer look at the fantastical creatures who live in the seas off the Tuscan Coast and beyond. Those more interested in what is in the skies, meanwhile, can visit the Planetarium at Casentino for a spot of star-gazing. Nestled within the gorgeous National Park of the Casentino Valley, this gem of a place will unveil the wonder of the universe to both you and the little ones as you enjoy a stay in one of our vacation rentals in Casentino.
Staying Active
Again, it’s not something that immediately springs to mind when many think of a vacation in Tuscany but that lush and lovely landscape for which it is so famous isn’t just a beautiful backdrop but a varied and incredible countryside where all sorts of adventure awaits. From going horseback riding along beaches to hiking in nature reserves, skiing in the Alps to snorkelling along the coast, biking through beautiful scenery to zip-lining through lush valleys, there are endless things to see and do and keep you active on holiday in Tuscany.
So, enjoy all the quintessential tourist outings and be sure to also explore the kid-friendly adventures during your next vacation in Tuscany...