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Is Italy a good place to visit with kids?

Italy might be just what you need. People are patient and accommodating and there's no shortage of things to do, from treasure-hunting in Roman ruins to castle-building on sandy beaches. Add brilliant food to the mix and you've got the perfect recipe for an unforgettable family trip.



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10 Best Places to Visit in Italy with Family
  • Venice, Veneto.
  • Siracusa, Sicily.
  • Cinque Terre, Liguria.
  • Lake Garda, Lombardy.
  • Naples, Campania.
  • Matera, Basilicata.
  • Bergamo, Lombardy.
  • Milan, Lombardy.


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For a holiday with a toddler, I would strongly prefer Italy. I've spent a lot of time both places since I was a child and with my own children, and Italy is just much more child-friendly (not that France is bad). Also, May is normally just wonderful in Italy.

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Italy has more historical sightseeing so if your children are history buffs then Italy will be better; if they are fans of Percy Jackson and interested in Mythology, Greece will not disappoint. Greece has more beaches, better swimming, a slower pace, and the fantastic Greek islands for island hopping.

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Since the rise of the Roman Empire, Italian art, architecture, and culture have had an influence around the world. Famed Italian painters include Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. Italy is also at the heart of the Catholic Church, which is governed from Vatican City, a city-state surrounded by Rome.

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For Families: Rome Paris is a more formal city than Rome, and while you can certainly enjoy a family trip to either, scrambling over ruins and downing pizza is, generally speaking, much more kid-friendly than strolling through art galleries and eating omelets that probably come with something green in them.

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Best Time to Travel with Kids Bringing young kids along while traveling is the perfect way to create memories that will last a lifetime. Kids between the ages of 6-9 are the ideal age for family trips. They are old enough to form lasting memories but still young enough to be excited by new experiences.

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Is Italy cheap or expensive? Italy is generally considered to be an expensive destination for travelers. Bigger cities, such as Rome and Milan, can be especially costly in comparison to other areas of Europe. Staying in budget hotels can be costly, with nightly rates often starting at €60 or more.

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Top 10 fun and interesting facts about Italy for kids
  • It was established in 1861. ...
  • There are some fantastic Italian food and drinks. ...
  • People speak Italian. ...
  • The weather changes throughout the year. ...
  • The capital city is Rome. ...
  • The majority of people living there are Roman Catholic. ...
  • There are active volcanoes in Italy!


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All in all, Spain is generally a bit cheaper to visit when choosing an Italy or Spain vacation. Restaurants and hotels are mainly more affordable, even in larger Spanish cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville. Note that you will use euros as currency in both Italy and Spain.

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