10 Days of Family-Friendly Fun in Italy

1. Day 1: The Colosseum and Roman Forum, Rome
   Centrally located

   Explore the iconic Colosseum and the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum. Both suitable for all ages.

2. Day 2: Vatican City, Rome
   15 minutes (3.7 km) from the Colosseum

   Visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Consider a guided tour to make history come alive.

3. Day 3: Pompeii Excavation Site, Naples
   2 hours (240 km) from Rome

   Discover the ancient city of Pompeii frozen in time from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Dress for hot weather and bring plenty of water.

4. Day 4: Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pisa
   6 hours (670 km) from Naples

   Take the obligatory tourist photo with the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa. Avoid climbing the tower with young children as it's not recommended.

5. Day 5: Cinque Terre, Liguria
   1 hour (87 km) from Pisa

   Hike or take a boat ride through five charming and colourful seaside villages. Great for families that love outdoor activities.

6. Day 6: Sforzesco Castle and Milan Cathedral, Milan
   3 hours (270 km) from Cinque Terre

   Discover the rich history and architecture of Milan with a visit to the Sforzesco Castle and the famous Milan Cathedral.

7. Day 7: Lake Como, Lombardy
   1 hour (52 km) from Milan

   Relax and enjoy a boat ride on the beautiful and serene Lake Como. Consider visiting the beautiful Villa del Balbianello.

8. Day 8: Historical Centre of Florence, Florence
   3 hours (300 km) from Lake Como

   Explore the quaint streets of Florence, see the iconic Duomo and visit the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries housing some of the most beautiful and important Renaissance art.

9. Day 9: Leaning Tower of Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa
   1.5 hours (85 km) from Florence

   Visit the Piazza dei Miracoli and take a tour of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and other medieval marvels. Avoid bringing large backpacks.

10. Day 10: Grand Canal and St. Mark's Square, Venice
    3 hours (270 km) from Pisa

    Experience an unforgettable gondola ride on the Grand Canal and visit St. Mark's Square and the Palazzo Ducale. Book online in advance to skip long queues.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Colosseum and Roman Forum (2-3 hours, €16)
• Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (2-3 hours, €17.50)
• Pompeii Excavation Site (3-4 hours, €16)
• Leaning Tower of Pisa (1 hour, €18)
• Cinque Terre hike or boat ride (4-6 hours, €5 for hiking passes, €25 for boat rides)
• Sforzesco Castle (2 hours, free)
• Milan Cathedral (1 hour, €3-5 for access to the terrace)
• Lake Como boat ride (2 hours, €20-30)
• Duomo and Uffizi Gallery in Florence (3-4 hours, €38)
• Leaning Tower of Pisa and Piazza del Miracoli (2-3 hours, €18)
• Venice gondola ride and St. Mark's Basilica (3 hours, €80-100 for gondola ride, €3 for access to Basilica)
Total Estimated Costs: €237-257 per person

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting Tuscany or the Amalfi Coast. If you have less time, consider skipping Lake Como. Remember to book in advance and always check opening and closing times.