Family Friendly?
Great for families
School Holidays & Travel Time
Most families travel during summer holidays (July/August). Plan early and book in advance – expect higher prices and more tourists during this time.
Kid-Friendly Infrastructure
Good facilities for families (changing rooms, childcare, etc.)
Planning a family trip to Italy? Here are valuable tips, kid-friendly activities, and everything you need for an unforgettable journey.
Recommended Routes for Families
Discover the best round trips and routes in Italy that are perfect for families with children.
Puglia & Salento
The route leads from Bari via Polignano a Mare, Alberobello and Ostuni into the Salento region to Lecce, Otranto and Gallipoli. The stages are short and rarely last more than an hour's drive. In August, beaches and accommodations are heavily booked.
Northern Italian Lakes
From Milan, head to Lake Maggiore to Stresa, then on to Lake Como to Bellagio and Lake Garda to Sirmione, concluding in Verona. Between the lakes, each trip takes just under two to a little over two hours. Locally, ferries replace the car.
Italy Complete Motorhome (2–3 Weeks)
The motorhome route leads from Lake Garda via Verona, Florence and Siena to Rome, to the Lazio coast to Sperlonga, and continues via Naples to the Amalfi Coast. In the historic city centers and on the Amalfi Coast, motorhome access is limited. You park at designated pitches on the outskirts and travel onward by bus, train, or ferry.
Kid-Friendly Places & Regions
These places and regions in Italy are particularly well-suited for families with children.
Pompeii
Pompeii was a Roman town at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, which disappeared under four to six meters of pumice and ash during the eruption in 79 AD. It has been excavated since 1748, revealing streets, houses, workshops, temples, theaters, and baths.The archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997, lies on the outskirts of the modern town of Pompei, southeast of Naples, about 35 to 40 minutes away via the Circumvesuviana.
Oristano
Oristano, provincial capital in western Sardinia, was in the Middle Ages capital of the Judicate of Arborea. The old town, with Piazza Eleonora, the cathedral, and the Tower of Mariano II, is small. In the neighboring municipality of Cabras lie the Sinis Peninsula with the excavations of Tharros and beaches like Is Arutas, Maimoni and Mari Ermi.
Bosa
Bosa is located on Sardinia's west coast in the Temo Valley. The colorfully painted houses of the Sa Costa district stretch up the Serravalle hill to the Malaspina Castle. On the left bank of the river, the former tanneries stand.
Travel Climate for Families
Important information about climate, weather, and the best travel time for your family vacation in Italy.
14–21°C·55–85 mm(moderate rain)
Diese Monate bieten meist angenehme Temperaturen, weniger Touristenmassen und ideale Bedingungen für Sightseeing, Outdoor-Aktivitäten sowie Badeurlaub an den Küsten im späten Frühjahr und frühen Herbst.
Italien, ein Land von beeindruckender geografischer Länge und Vielfalt, weist deutliche regionale Klimaunterschiede auf. Die oben genannten Durchschnittswerte stellen eine Annäherung für zentrale und südliche Regionen dar, die bei Reisenden besonders beliebt sind.Norditalien (Alpen, Po-Ebene): Hier herrscht ein kontinentales Klima. Die Winter sind kalt mit Schneefall, besonders in den Alpen, und die Sommer heiß und feucht. Niederschläge sind das ganze Jahr über verteilt, mit Höhepunkten im Frühjahr und Herbst.Zentralitalien (Toskana, Rom): Mediterranes Klima mit milden Wintern und heißen, trockenen Sommern. Die Übergangszeiten sind angenehm warm. Dies ist die Region, auf deren Klimawartungen sich die obigen Monatsdaten am stärksten beziehen.Süditalien (Neapel, Sizilien) & Inseln: Typisch mediterran mit sehr milden, kurzen Wintern und sehr heißen, trockenen und sonnigen Sommern. Die Hitze kann im Hochsommer (Juli/August) intensiv sein, oft über 35°C. Die Wassertemperaturen sind hier am höchsten.Niederschlag: Generell sind die Sommermonate im Süden am trockensten. Im Norden und in den Alpen kann es auch im Sommer zu Gewittern kommen. Herbst und Frühling sind landesweit die regenreichsten Perioden.Windphänomene: Der Sirocco, ein heißer, trockener Wind aus Afrika, kann besonders den Süden und die Inseln im Sommer beeinflussen, wodurch die Temperaturen stark ansteigen und die Luftfeuchtigkeit sinkt. In den Alpen gibt es den Föhn, der zu Temperaturanstiegen führen kann.Für die genaue Reiseplanung ist es ratsam, die Klimadaten für die spezifische Region innerhalb Italiens zu prüfen, die Sie besuchen möchten.
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| Month | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sun (h) |
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| January | 7.0 | 65 | 3.5 |
| February | 8.0 | 60 | 4.5 |
| March | 11.0 | 60 | 5.5 |
| April | 14.0 | 65 | 6.5 |
| May | 19.0 | 55 | 8.5 |
| June | 23.0 | 35 | 9.5 |
| July | 26.0 | 25 | 10.5 |
| August | 26.0 | 30 | 9.5 |
| September | 21.0 | 65 | 7.5 |
| October | 16.0 | 85 | 5.5 |
| November | 11.0 | 95 | 4.0 |
| December | 8.0 | 75 | 3.5 |
Consider School Holidays
The main travel times for families often fall during school holidays (July/August in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland). Plan early and book in advance, as higher prices and more tourists are expected during this time.
Summer Holidays
Summer holidays are the most popular travel time for families. In Italy, it can get very warm during this time – make sure to have enough shade, sun protection, and cool activities for the children.
Family Tips for Italy
Italy is a child-friendly destination. Children are a natural part of restaurant and piazza life, even late in the evening. In July and August much of the country is very hot; spring and autumn are often better for sightseeing with children.Activities with ChildrenBeaches: Gently shelving sandy beaches are found mainly on the Adriatic, for example around Rimini, and in parts of Tuscany, Sardinia and Sicily. Many beach clubs rent out loungers and umbrellas and have playgrounds.Lakes and mountains: Lake Garda offers boat trips, cycle paths and the Gardaland theme park. In the Dolomites many hiking trails are manageable with younger children.Theme parks: Besides Gardaland, Mirabilandia near Ravenna is one of the largest parks in the country, and there are numerous water parks.Culture: Archaeological sites such as Pompeii or Ostia Antica are easy for children to enjoy. Entry to state museums and archaeological sites is free for under-18s.Accommodation and FoodAccommodation: Holiday apartments and agriturismi (farm stays) usually give families more space than city hotels. Ask for a cot when booking.Restaurants: Many restaurants serve half portions (mezza porzione) on request. High chairs are not available everywhere. Children in restaurants late in the evening are perfectly normal.Getting Around, Health and SafetyHealth and safety: For current and authoritative travel and safety advice, see the UK FCDO foreign travel advice for Italy on gov.uk. Baby food and nappies are sold in supermarkets, drugstores and pharmacies (farmacia, green cross).Pushchairs: Cobblestones, steps and bridges make pushchairs hard work in old towns such as Venice or in mountain villages. A baby carrier is often more practical.Child seats: Children under 1.50 m tall need a suitable child seat in the car, and children under 12 should generally sit in the back. For children under four, cars registered in Italy, including rental cars, must also have an anti-abandonment alarm (dispositivo antiabbandono); the rental company is responsible for providing it. Reserve the child seat and alarm with your rental car in advance. In taxis, children may ride without a child seat in the back if accompanied by someone aged 16 or over. If a seat matters to you, book a transfer with a child seat or bring your own.
General Tips
Planning Activities
Plan varied activities that are interesting for both adults and children.
Timing Your Trip
Keep school holidays, climate, and local events in mind.