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Florence with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Florence is fun for families, with dome climbs, Vespas and gelato. Here is how to spend a family trip in Florence — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours and a Pisa day trip to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Climb the Duomo dome
  2. 2Vespa or bike tour
  3. 3Gelato making
  4. 4Pisa Leaning Tower

Climb and explore

Climb Brunelleschi’s dome for big views, then explore the Palazzo Vecchio with its family activities.

Vespas and gelato

Take a fun golf-cart or Vespa tour and join a hands-on gelato or pizza class.

The Leaning Tower

Day-trip to Pisa for the famous “holding up the tower” photo and the Piazza dei Miracoli.

Florence with kids — FAQ

Is Florence good for kids?
Yes — climbing the Duomo dome, Vespa and golf-cart tours, hands-on gelato and pizza classes and a Pisa Leaning Tower day trip make Florence a fun family destination.
What are the best things to do in Florence with children?
Top family picks are climbing the Duomo dome, a Vespa or golf-cart tour, a gelato or pizza class, and a day trip to the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Is Florence easy to visit with kids?
Yes — the compact, mostly pedestrian centre is walkable, with plenty of gelato and squares, though museum queues mean booking skip-the-line tickets helps.