Below you’ll find a carefully curated list of the 12 best things to do in Rome with kids, plus insider tips to help your family enjoy the city without stress.

How to use this list?

• Pick 2–3 activities per day

• Alternate museums and outdoor spaces

• Use LooksArt to connect places into one story

1. Cycling and Bioparco at Villa Borghese

Villa Borghese is Rome’s green heart and one of the best places to visit in Rome with children. Shady paths, fountains, open lawns – it’s a natural playground in the middle of the city.

The Bioparco di Roma, Italy’s oldest zoo, is home to over 200 animal species, from giraffes to tigers, and is always a hit with young explorers.

You can rent bikes, e-bikes, or four-seat family go-karts, take a little train around the park, or row a boat near the Temple of Asklepios.

Tip: Plan Villa Borghese on a museum-heavy day to give kids space to move.

2. Museum of Zoology

Perfect for animal lovers, the Museum of Zoology introduces kids to wildlife through skeletons, fossils, and interactive displays.

It’s educational without feeling boring – a great stop for curious minds.

Tip: Look for the digital installations that explain biodiversity in a kid-friendly way.

3. Explora Children’s Museum: Hands-On Learning

Explora is Rome’s first museum designed entirely for children. Kids can touch, play, experiment, and learn through interactive exhibits focused on science, environment, and everyday life.

Parents love it because learning happens naturally – through play.

Tip: Book tickets in advance. Entry is timed and often sells out.

4. Welcome To Rome Museum

This 30-minute immersive experience uses projections and 3D models to tell 3,000 years of Roman history in a way kids actually understand.

It’s an ideal introduction to Rome before visiting the Forum, Pantheon, or Colosseum.

Tip: Start your Rome trip here to give children context for everything they’ll see next.

5. Luneur Park: A Joyful Break

Luneur Park is Rome’s oldest amusement park and one of the happiest places for kids. Colorful rides, playgrounds, and themed areas make it a perfect break between cultural sights.

Tip: Visit in the afternoon when it’s calmer and enjoy a relaxed family atmosphere.

6. Leonardo da Vinci Museum

An excellent stop for curious kids, this interactive museum allows children to touch and test models of Leonardo da Vinci’s inventions.

Flying machines, mechanical bridges, and hands-on experiments connect art, science, and imagination.

Tip: Ideal for school-age children interested in how things work.

7. Centrale Montemartini: When Art Meets Machines

One of Rome’s most surprising museums, Centrale Montemartini mixes ancient Roman statues with massive industrial turbines inside a former power plant.

Kids love the contrast – marble gods next to giant machines.

Tip: Turn it into a “spot the statue” game to keep children engaged.

8. GAMM Game Museum

Located in central Rome, the GAMM Game Museum explores the history of video games and digital creativity. Kids can learn how games evolved – and play classic arcade games.

Tip: Best for older kids and tech-loving families.

9. Villa Torlonia and the House of Owls

Villa Torlonia offers a quieter park experience with space to picnic, ride bikes, and explore whimsical buildings.

The Casina delle Civette (House of Owls) feels like something out of a fairy tale and fascinates children.

Tip: Bring snacks and enjoy a slow afternoon away from tourist crowds.

10. Gianicolo Hill: Views and Puppet Shows

Gianicolo Hill provides some of the best panoramic views in Rome. On weekends, traditional puppet shows entertain children in a classic Italian way.

Tip: Check performance times in advance and combine with a picnic.

11. Circo Massimo: Run, Play, and Explore History

Circo Massimo is a huge open space where kids can run freely and imagine ancient chariot races.

Augmented Reality experiences help bring Roman spectacles back to life.

Tip: Combine with a walk to Aventine Hill and the famous keyhole view.

12. Colosseum: Rome’s Greatest Family Adventure

The Colosseum is often the hardest site for kids – unless it becomes a story.

With the LooksArt interactive family guide, children discover gladiators, emperors, and ancient Roman life through audio stories, games, and challenges.

History becomes an adventure, not a lecture.

👉 Download the LooksArt app and explore the Colosseum with kids the fun way.

Final Tips for parents who want less stress

Traveling to Rome with kids is not about seeing everything.

• No rushing
• No bored kids
• No complicated planning

LooksArt replaces hours of planning with ready-made family routes.

👉 Save time and enjoy Rome with kids. Download the LooksArt app and choose your family adventure inside.