Tuscany Travel With Kids

Our family just returned from a long weekend in Maremma and we used the piccolo (small) village of Capalbio as our home base.  A longtime favorite for Romans on holiday (or for a weekend break), Capalbio is one of the Borghi Più Belli d’Italia (Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages).  It’s also a nice place to call

Visiting a castle is always a hit with kids, so make sure you stop at Brolio Castle (Castello di Brolio) while you’re in Chianti.  The castle dates to the Middle Ages and has been owned by the Ricasoli family since 1141!  Kids will enjoy exploring the outside grounds, the chapel, the crypt, and the gardens. 

Grazie to local Tuscan mamma Suzanne Talenti for this guide to visiting Cecina with kids! Looking for a local’s top spot on the Tuscan coast for kids? Here’s my plug for Cecina. Stay tuned for what makes Cecina so great if you’re headed to the Tuscan coast with children! I’ve been going to Cecina at

If you’re staying in Tuscany with your kids and decide to visit Chianti, add Castellina in Chianti to your itinerary.  It’s a small village to stop in for a quick stroll, some time at the playground, or to have a meal outdoors. While it’s not a destination I’d go out of my way to visit

If you’re thinking about bringing your kids to Pisa to climb the Leaning Tower – do it! It’s one of the best things to do in Pisa. Yes, it’s fun to pose for silly photos by the Leaning Tower of Pisa, but it’s also a special experience to climb to the top – and feel

Are you heading to Pisa with your kids to see the Leaning Tower? Perhaps you’re trying to figure out if you should make a quick trip to see it and then leave town? I’ve done both – but if you have the time, Pisa is actually quite an enjoyable place to spend an afternoon or

You’ve likely seen photos of the Florence skyline from Piazzale Michelangelo.  Are you wondering if it’s worth visiting with your kids? I think it’s worth heading up to Piazzale Michelangelo with little ones.  My kids (ages 2, 5, 8) all love it for different reasons – chasing birds, checking out the views, getting a snack,

Are you wondering if Boboli Gardens is worth a visit while you’re in Florence with your family? Quick Answer:  Visiting Boboli Gardens with kids is worth it if: Maybe you’re already planning on going to the Boboli Gardens with your kids but want to make sure you make the most of your visit. We’re a