Our last few articles have discussed activities in Tuscany that go beyond the usual trips to palaces, churches, museums, galleries and other cultural institutions. Instead, we focused on activities that you might not have thought of before and that will keep the entire family happy, not just the adults. This article also gathers together some child-friendly activities for you and yours to enjoy once you have found the perfect holiday rental in Tuscany.
If you are getting familiar with the city of Florence, for example, there are plenty of different sorts of tours that you can try, both conventional and more interesting and unique varieties. However, one of the most unique ways to see the city is probably by going on the water bike tour. While it may not be suitable for young kids and ten is the minimum age allowed, it's definitely something that older children and teenagers would enjoy and gets the whole family out and about together for an adventure. The bicycles are standard mountain-bikes which have been transformed into proper water-bikes. Tours depart at either 7pm or 9pm and last for a duration of two hours and an informative, friendly and professional guide takes small groups out, allowing for lots of attention and personalisation.
If you are getting familiar with the city of Florence, for example, there are plenty of different sorts of tours that you can try, both conventional and more interesting and unique varieties. However, one of the most unique ways to see the city is probably by going on the water bike tour. While it may not be suitable for young kids and ten is the minimum age allowed, it's definitely something that older children and teenagers would enjoy and gets the whole family out and about together for an adventure. The bicycles are standard mountain-bikes which have been transformed into proper water-bikes. Tours depart at either 7pm or 9pm and last for a duration of two hours and an informative, friendly and professional guide takes small groups out, allowing for lots of attention and personalisation.
The Antro del Corchia is part of the cave system of Monte Corchia in the Apuan Alps Regional Park and is the largest cave system in Tuscany and one of the biggest in Europe.
Exploration of the cave began in the 19th century but it was not opened to the public until 2001.
Since then, it has become a popular tourist destination and is a particularly good family activity as it is informative and interesting with stunning visuals that are sure to keep even the strongest nay-sayers in the group happy.
Just find a vacation rental in Lucca and spend a day underground in these astounding natural wonders!
Exploration of the cave began in the 19th century but it was not opened to the public until 2001.
Since then, it has become a popular tourist destination and is a particularly good family activity as it is informative and interesting with stunning visuals that are sure to keep even the strongest nay-sayers in the group happy.
Just find a vacation rental in Lucca and spend a day underground in these astounding natural wonders!
If you are looking to explore Tuscan culture while keeping the kids entertained, Pistoia's Feast Of St Bartholomew is just the thing. Find a vacation rental in Pistoia and head there in on the 24th of August and you can experience the festival for yourself. This traditional celebration that honours Saint Bartholomew goes back to the 15th century when a practice of anointing the foreheads of children to protect them from evil on the day of the saint was introduced. Today, the blessings still take place but there is now much more to it. The piazza in front the church and the neighbouring streets become filled with stalls selling sweets and toys and happy festival goers wander around, enjoying the food and festivities. It is a festival dedicated to children and making them happy.
Of course, there are plenty of other things to do with kids in Tuscany so read on to our following article for more fun ideas!
Of course, there are plenty of other things to do with kids in Tuscany so read on to our following article for more fun ideas!
