What are some fun activities in Rome for small children?
With all the churches, museums and historical sites you will want to see in Rome, when traveling with small children it is a good idea to break up some of the hard core sightseeing with a few attractions and outdoor activities designed for kids. Parks: Villa Borghese – 65 acres of grounds belonging to the 17th Century aristocrat Cardinal Scipione Borghese. Here you will find grassy areas, beautiful overlooks of the city, caffes, gelateria, a zoo, bicycle rentals for adults and children, picnic areas, a playground, and often a puppet theatre in operation. Closest Metro stations are Spagna and Flaminio (Metro line A). Luna Park: Set in the EUR section of Rome, this amusement park boasts a Ferris wheel, merry go round, bumper cars, roller coaster, and many more activities to keep your little ones entertained. Address: Via delle Tre Fontane, tel 06 592 5933 Opening hours are Monday to Thursday, 3 pm – 8 p.m. ; Friday, 3 pm – midnight; Saturday 3 pm – 2 am Parco della Caffarella – This park
