Famous museums, adventure parks, beautiful zoos, incredible swimming pools, dark caves to explore and many other amusements are what makes Tuscany a perfect region to choose to spend a vacation with children! The wonders of this region are hidden behind every corner and between its breathtaking landscape you will find some fantastic spots to visit with those you love the most.
Follow us in our journey across the best attractions for children in Tuscany, book one of our properties and start planning your holiday in the region!
1) The Beaches and Amazing Events of Versilia
The localities of Lido di Camaiore, Forte dei Marmi, Tonfano and Viareggio are all connected to each other with a comfortable bike path and with a pedestrian road, where kids can play and run in total freedom and safety. If the weather is hot, they will be welcome to play in one of the "Children Beaches" equipped with games right in front of the sea. Once you are here, do not forget to visit the famous "Cittadella" and "Museo del Carnevale" in Viareggio and take part to the magnificent Carnival parades taking place in February!
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2) Pistoia: the Historical Center, Pinocchio's Park and the Zoo
As Pistoia offers innumerable activities to the youngest visitors, it has been awarded as a "children-friendly city" by UNICEF. Museums, theaters, natural parks, ancient palaces and the well-known "Giardino Volante" are some ideal places to visit with kids, as they mix their fun with learning. Other destinations for children are Pistoia's zoo, where they can meet giraffes, tigers and hundreds of other animals coming form all parts of the world, and the famous "Pinocchio's Park" in Collodi. In this incredible place created in honor of the cartoon character, children can see the real Gold Coin Tree, the Field of Miracles and the charming "Butterfly House”, inhabited by many colorful butterflies!
3) A Family Tour Inside Florence's Museums
Discover the splendid Florentine museums through some exciting interactive tours that will fascinate kids and adults! Palazzo Strozzi offers a guided "family tour", while Palazzo Vecchio organizes an itinerary called “vita di corte”, which is suitable for kids between 4-7 years old and includes some secret passages and hiding places. The treasures hidden inside the old town center can be unveiled with one of the "family tour" explorer's kits, which will turn your visit into an exciting treasure hunt along some of Italy's best roads. If you wish to visit some museums, we also recommend “Museo Galileo Galilei”, “Museo dei Ragazzi” in Palazzo Vecchio or “Bottega dei ragazzi” inside Istituto degli Innocenti, where you can enjoy some interesting tours!
4) Feel the Adrenalin in the Best Amusement Parks of Tuscany
Those who love fun and strong emotions will not be disappointed! Spend one day in “Cavallino Matto” park in Donoratico, which offers dozens of attractions, games and restaurants in a shadowy ambiance that adapts to the warmest days. In summer, do not forget to spend an afternoon inside one of the Acqua Villages located along the coast and enjoy their water slides and pools!
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5) Natural Parks and Adventure Trails
If you prefer to spend a day surrounded with nature dedicating to relax, we recommend visiting the beautiful “European Fauna Park” in Poppi, located between Arezzo and Florence, or to the magnificent "Il Gigante" adventure park in Vaglia (FI). here, right in the middle of a luxuriant wood, you will find a large area with seven paths for adults and children between the trees!
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6) Discover Caves and Underground Tunnels
In Tuscany, there are more than 1500 caves and its underground tunnels extend for kilometers. Start your exploration and discover the hidden beauties on Elba Island, which is a perfect destination for holidays with kids and offers beautiful tunnels inside the "Parco Minerario dell’Isola D’Elba”. You can also visit Val di Cecina, where you will be surprised by the power of Earth watching its geysers! If you are staying in the province of Lucca, we also suggest visiting the splendid "Grotta del Vento” and the region of Antro del Corchia, which hides more than 60 kms of incredible underground paths.
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7) Lucca: Bike Tours and "Lucca Comics and Games"
Lucca is a charming town to be visited riding a bike in total safety. Rent a tandem or a bike with child seat and ride along the road on top of the historical city walls with your children or visit the "Museo del Fumetto"! You can also participate to the amazing “Lucca Comics and Games” festival, which welcomes thousands of cosplayers and the best-loved movie characters: the atmosphere is special and the city gets very crowded!
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© Alice Pilastri
