Family Trip to Italy

Funny Family Private Walking Tour - History, Games, and Delicacies

Explore Video Game History

A very short distance from one of Rome's oldest museums, the Vatican, you'll find one of its youngest. ViGaMus, the VIdeo GAme MUSeum, recounts the history of video games from the very first time someone figured out how to use a computer for something other than work. An interactive joy, this museum features everything from arcade and console games to modern virtual reality. There are frequent events and some rare artifacts, some related to the infamous burial of the failed video game adaptation of the ET movie. This is great for a rainy or especially hot day or just as a break from the usual routine of ancient Rome.

Gladiator's Gate Special Access Colosseum Group Tour

On this tour, you will enter the Colosseum like a gladiator, venturing through its ancient corridors and entering via the Gladiator’s Gate. You will hear captivating tales of emperors and ruthless crowds, then ascend to explore the Colosseum's first and second levels with your guide. You will conclude your adventure with a captivating tour of Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, where history comes alive amidst the ancient ruins.

Go to Gladiator School or Explore Where They Fought

Spending a day with a young one in the Vatican Museum may be a bit much, no matter how precocious and “well-traveled” they are, but with the right guide and approach, Rome’s history can be fun and memorable. For a hands-on approach, visit a “gladiator school." This is a fun option for kids and adults alike. If you’d rather not spend several hours with your kid as they wave a wooden sword around, the school provides a great opportunity to leave them behind in safe hands and have a quiet walk on your own. Historians offer two hours of training, while you can borrow clothing and various kid-safe weapons and then enjoy free entrance to the neighboring gladiator museum.

Authentic Pizza Making Group Class with Aperitif

Pizza is famous worldwide, but only in Naples can you find the authentic version. In this class, you'll start with a traditional Neapolitan appetizer of cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, homemade bread, and extra virgin olive oil. Under the guidance of an expert pizzaiolo, you'll learn the secrets of making a spectacular pizza, passed down through generations. By the end, you'll enjoy your creation and leave with the skills to impress your friends, plus a certificate to prove it!

Half-Day Pompeii Group Tour

Pompeii is now considered one of the world's most important historical sites because of the way the volcanic ash preserved the city and its people. This gives historians and archaeologists a vivid picture of life in the Roman Empire around 2,000 years ago. The first excavations were in the 18th century, and 250 years on about 75% of the town has been dug out.

Go Underground

The city of Naples has a long and storied history, going back to the ancient Greeks, who named the city Neapolis ("New City"). The Greeks dug subterranean aqueducts, which the Romans expanded over the centuries, creating a true underground labyrinth. There are two main tours, each slightly different. The daily Naples Underground should be your top priority, but the Bourbon Tunnels, which can be a little harder to visit, offer a contrasting view. We won't spoil the surprise, but as long as you're not claustrophobic, we can assure you an enlightening experience.

Lecce Private Walking Tour

Get to know the charming town of Lecce with your local guide. Splendid historic and artistic attractions of the center of Lecce await, spanning through over 2000 years of glorious history and with a spectacular scenic effect. An experienced guide will show you the main attractions of the Roman and Baroque times.

The Wild Coastal Beauty of Porto Selvaggio

The regional wildlife reserve of Porto Selvaggio, a famous natural park with 400 hectares of pinewood forest and seven kilometres of high quality, unpolluted coast, is one of the main green lungs of the region of Apulia. It's ideal for walks and swims in rocky coves. Just before you reach Santa Caterina, you'll find the one convenient access point to the sea which can be reached after a walk in the pine forest. As you descend, you will find one of the most beautiful coves on the Ionian coast, complete with a pebbled beach!

Half-Day Group Cycling Tour of Lecce and its Countryside

Take a day to explore Lecce and its countryside with a bike! You'll start out from the old town of Lecce to reach the village of Acaya, the medieval fortified town, where you’ll admire the impressive castle, the boundary walls and the urban plan of the old town that has been left unchanged over time. Next stop: Cesine Natural Reserve, a wetland that is home to many species of plants and aquatic birds and today is a WWF protected area.

If the weather allows, you'll enjoy a break on the beach for a refreshing bathe and some chill time.On the way back through Strudà you will visit an olive grove where some trees are a thousand years old. Last, but not the least, on the way back you will stop for a tasting of products typical of Lecce.

Relax on the Beach at Santa Maria al Bagno

Monopoli Private Walking Tour

At first glance, Monopoli might seem like a run-of-the-mill quaint fishing village but dig beneath the surface (literally) on a walking tour with a Monopoli native and you'll discover that there's more to this city than meets the eye. Given the labyrinthine nature of the narrow streets in the town, you'll also find it a helpful way to get oriented and avoid getting lost later on! The tour concludes with a visit to a shop specializing in Apulian products for a tasting of typical foods of the area.

Discover the Best Beaches in the Heel of Italy

With more coastline than any other mainland region of Italy, the heel of Italy is a beach-lovers dream. The Adriatic coast is mostly small stone beaches, meaning crystal clear water, while the Ionian coast tends to be more sandy. Wherever you're staying, you should find some great beaches that are easily reached by car and some that are even accessible by foot. Often, you'll find public beaches as well as private stretches that have beach clubs, including many luxury facilities. Your local Destination Expert will be able to let you know where to go.

Water park fun!

Being on the Adriatic coast, the Monopoli area is the best place to enjoy some fun in the water! Suppose you tire of swimming in the clear waters of the sea and want something with more supervision (and slides!). In that case, your young ones will definitely enjoy the biggest water park in South Italy, Aquapark Egnazia. Just a short ride from Monopoli, here you can spend a day enjoying the sun and water, taking a break from city sightseeing, and the kids will have another fun and memorable day as part of your vacation holiday. There are many activities taking place inside the park, such as shows and games for kids to keep them active. The park is equipped with pools and slides of different sizes and kinds, sunbeds and umbrellas, showers and lockers, as well as self-service restaurants and picnic areas. Adults can enjoy relaxing areas and listening to music with a nice drink so that this day can be enjoyable for all!