Italy is a fantastic destination for a family vacation with tons of great adventures for the whole family. Blessed with beautiful mountains, stunning lakes and fascinating cities, Italy is a family-friendly holiday destination and in the following guide we will show you how to have the best Italian family holiday. From Rome with its historical monuments, to white sand beaches in Sardinia, we will discover the best destinations to entertain the little ones and satisfy the whole family.

Italian holiday: destinations to choose from

With a little bit of pre planning you can create a fantastic family holiday in Italy that the little ones will enjoy as well as the grownups. Firstly, decide what kind of activities you and your family would like to partake in during your vacation. Italy is full of museums and art making the cities great places to learn, explore and have fun. The beaches provide wonderful summer holiday destinations, and the mountains and lakes will not disappoint with their action filled itineraries and draw dropping landscapes.

Rome: historical sites, history and excitement

Exploring the Eternal City is a great option for a family holiday in Italy.  Many of the main sites in Rome cater to families with scavenger hunts for younger ones so that the adults can soak up the rich culture. Take cooking classes and learn to make pizza and pasta, or explore the many parks and piazzas. Don’t forget to pick up a refreshing gelato along the way!

The Dolomites: an alpine adventure for all the family

The Dolomites are an excellent option if you are travelling with children, making a perfect family holiday in Italy. With spectacular scenery that everyone will enjoy, great hiking, and fabulous skiing for everyone. With a brilliant array of accommodation, places to eat and family activities, the whole family will enjoy this destination.

Sardinia: the perfect beach holiday

Home to white sandy beaches and shallow clear waters, Sardinia is an ideal destination for families. There are many excellent family resorts on the island with a plethora of activities for all ages to enjoy. Bask in the sun and enjoy lazy days on the beach, boat rides and snorkelling, hiking and bike rides.

Tuscany: lovely landscapes, walks and more

A great go-to destination for families, Tuscany has it all. Wonderful historical villages to explore, awe inspiring cities, fantastic food and a booming agritourism industry. There are plenty of accommodation options that offer bike rentals, hiking excursions, horse riding and more.

Venice: a magical wonderland on water

Venice is a magical city that is fun for all the family.  Visit the floating city’s main landmarks such as St. Mark’s square, take a ride on a gondola or take a boat out to the colourful island of Burano. There are also many guided tours that are child friendly, with activities especially for the kids such as glass blowing, mask decorating, rowing classes etc.

Lake Garda: the picture perfect family holiday

With small beaches nestled between glorious mountains, Lake Garda in the northeast of Italy, makes a great family vacation destination in Italy.  There are many opportunities to cycle and hike around the wonderful lake, as well as many water sports such kayaking and sailing.

Liguria: colourful towns and pretty beaches

Cinque Terre and Portofino are Liguria’s most famous and well-loved destination. Each is special in its own way and make a great family holiday getaway. As well as these two popular spots why not visit Sestri levante, Levanto and Santa Margherita? These wonderful small towns with great beaches with fun activities for all the family won’t disappoint.

Amalfi coast: a dramatic coastline

Spring and summer are great seasons to visit this impressive stretch of coastline in the south of Italy.  Take the scenic route that connects the colourful cliffside villages and overlooks the glistening Mediterranean. Enjoy hiking, swimming and boat trips with the whole family.

Family friendly services at Fiumicino airport

When travelling with family, it’s so important that things go smoothly and as stress free as possible. So that’s why Fiumicino airport offers an array of family friendly services to ensure you can totally relax. Among the services available are the Pink Parking area designated for families; as well as designated nurseries and play areas to make the wait go a bit quicker and keep the little ones entertained. You could even get a ‘Little Traveller Diploma’ as a special keepsake for the kids. All this, as well as , extra help at check in and family toilets, will make your family trip to Italy that little bit more special.

Italy is a great destination for families, from cultural cities, pristine beaches and breathtaking mountains, you and your family won’t be disappointed with a visit to Italy. Come and see for yourself!

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