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What to Do in Rome with Kids: Museums and Amusement Parks to Visit

Rome is not just about visiting St. Peter’s Basilica, waiting in long lines for the Vatican Museums, or exploring the ancient history of the Eternal City. With the right approach, a trip to Italy’s capital can turn into an exciting experience for the whole family. Thanks to museums, guided tours, and educational workshops across the city, children and teenagers can enjoy a fun-filled outing without the risk of getting bored.

Must-Visit Museums for Kids in Rome

Too often, children associate history, art, and culture with school lessons or something dull to memorize. The secret to engaging young minds is to make learning fun, sparking curiosity and a thirst for knowledge. And Rome’s museums do this exceptionally well!

  • Explora: At Explora, you’ll find interactive exhibits including a supermarket, a fire truck, a vegetable garden, a water fountain, recycling games, a wind experiment, an area focused on Equal Opportunities, and exhibits exploring Economics—plus many more exciting paths to discover. All just a short distance from Rome’s city center!
  • Civic Museum of Zoology: From tiny millimeter-sized mollusks to a 16-meter-long whale, the Civic Museum of Zoology boasts a collection of nearly 5 million specimens to explore up close. Through engaging workshops, children can tackle scientific topics in a playful way, with educational games and hands-on creative activities.
  • Technotown: Located in the heart of Villa Torlonia, Technotown is a technology and science play center designed for children aged 6 and up. Its nine rooms are dedicated to discovering sophisticated technologies, allowing kids to freely experiment and create with them.

Amusement Parks in Rome

For a day full of adventure, Rome’s amusement parks are the perfect choice—an opportunity for everyone to feel like a kid again!

  • Cinebimbicittà: How is a movie made? Who are the people behind the scenes? Located in Castel Romano, inside Cinecittà World, Cinebimbicittà was created to showcase the filmmaking process from the first take to the final edit, introducing children to the language and professions of cinema. With 40 attractions and numerous themed shows, it’s perfect for kids aged 5 to 12.
  • Rainbow Magicland: Featuring adrenaline-pumping rides, roller coasters, carousels, and 5D video games, Rainbow Magicland is a theme park worth visiting any time of the year.
  • Zoomarine: In its zoological areas, both kids and adults can enjoy educational demonstrations featuring dolphins, sea lions, tropical birds, birds of prey, and aquatic animals. Located in Torvaianica, within the municipality of Pomezia, Zoomarine is about 25 km from Rome.

Traveling with Kids: Where to Stay in Rome

As you can see, Rome is a kid-friendly city where families can enjoy a wonderful vacation. After planning nature walks and museum visits, the next step is deciding where to stay during your trip. No matter which part of the city you choose, there’s a hotel or hotel in Rome that meets your needs.

For stays in the city center:

Or outside the city, near Fiumicino Airport: