Italy for Families: Rome, Florence and Venice

Located in Rome, the very contemporary Hotel Twenty One features an elegant, upscale setting with fantastic views of the Pincian Hill and of Saint Peter's Cupola. Staying here will surely be an unforgettable experience. The most famous touring itineraries of art, culture, history and tradition can be easily reached from this exclusive boutique hotel, located in the city center of Rome, half way between the Vatican Museums and the Spanish Steps. This hotel is unique for its modern, sophisticated style and for its attention to detail, is the ideal destination for those seeking a pleasant vacation and for those traveling on business.

Take an exclusive 3-hour private walking tour of Italy's capital city, Rome. This tour includes a visit to some of the most famous squares in the centre of the city such as the Spanish Square and its famous Spanish steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Colonna, the Pantheon and Navona Square. Unless closed for religious ceremonies, a visit to some of Rome's traditional Catholic churches may be included in the walking tour, for example, the Church of St. Ignatius or the Church of St. Louis.

Course concentrates on the techniques to make fresh pasta (flour + egg and flour + water) with the accompanying sauces.

Hotel Cellai is located in the heart of the historic center of Florence, surrounded by monuments, churches and buildings of extraordinary beauty. All the most interesting and evocative city sites are within a short walking distance, passing through little streets full of charm and mystery.

This exclusive hotel in Florence is very close to the San Lorenzo Market, hosted in a gigantic iron and glass building, where natives gather to buy local food and wine specialties. The Galleria dell'Accademia is just a short distance away, hosting the famous David by Michelangelo, as is the Duomo with its splendid dome by Brunelleschi.

On this private tour, enjoy an enchanting romantic walk by the residences of the great 15th century merchants and the most important basilicas and monasteries of the city, including the Cathedral, following the tracks of the great men and women who lived in the glorious centuries of the Renaissance with some hints to modern age. We'll discover where Dante was born, we'll walk down the same paths once travelled by Mona Lisa, the mysterious lady depicted by Leonardo, we'll explore the places where the greatest sculptor of all times, Michelangelo, lived and worked, to eventually meet his most celebrated statue, David, and his unfinished marble giants, the Slaves.

Make your visit to the Uffizi Gallery thrilling and fun for the whole family with LivItaly's Uffizi Treasure Hunt Tour! Discover the hidden secrets and learn about the world-famous art collection as you pass through the magnificent rooms with your private child-friendly tour guide and LivItaly exclusive scavenger hunt treasure map. Your Uffizi Treasure Hunt Tour will start directly from the magnificent square of Piazza della Signoria, just around the corner from the Uffizi Gallery. Each child will get his or her own kit with a Treasure Hunt map, a questionnaire and colorful pens. Let the adventure begin! With privileged entrance you and your family will skip the long line and enter the Uffizi directly. Children; listen carefully to the guide and keep your eyes wide open! The clues are right in front of you and your guide will give away the answers to the riddles as you move through the Uffizi museum. Do you know where the secret passageway is that leads through the museum? Learn about the powerful family that ruled Florence for centuries and why their history is still ever present throughout the Renaissance city. The Treasure Hunt Tour places emphasis on the most important pieces in the collection. Prepare to be amazed at the masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo Da Vinci and many more. Work together with your guide to find the 500 year old symbols, signs and clues. There are many secrets behind the paintings and fun stories that your guide will share with you and your family. Is it really true that Venus was formed out of the ocean? Or did she emerge out of cookie dough?

By the end of the tour you will have solved all the mysteries and learned a great deal about the Italian Renaissance. Each child will be awarded with a memorable prize for the great investigation they have done!

At last! We have created a fun and child-friendly way to tour this overwhelming art museum, join us to discover it for yourself and your family.

Housed in an eighteenth-century Venetian building, the 4-star Ca' dei Conti offers its guests an authentic Venetian atmosphere located in the centre of Venice. The hotel is made up of two fully restored historical buildings with marble floors, refined carpets, Baroque furnishings and Murano glass chandeliers. It is conveniently located within a few walk to St. Mark's square and Riva degli Schiavoni with its many vaporetto stops to allow access to the beautiful islands of the Venetian Lagoon.

Enjoy a 2 hour private walking tour of Venice with an English speaking local Guide. See St. Mark's Square, the heart of political and religious power of the Venetian Republic for centuries, and learn the history that lies behind the walls of its most famous landmarks; the Basilica and its Byzantine heritage, the Doge's Palace and its adjoining prisons, that retain the true secrets to comprehend how a city built on swamps became one of the most enlightened cities in the western world. Then, leave St. Mark's behind you to discover the enchanting Hidden Venice. Following a monumental route, your guide will narrate the in-depth history of Venice from its origins to the modern-day. You'll hear tales of illustrious Venetian characters like Marco Polo and Casanova. Other highlights include Marco Polo's House, a Merchants Warehouse, the lively Campo Santa Maria Formosa with its outstanding Venetian Palaces, the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo (the Pantheon of Venice), and at the Scuola di San Marco; you'll learn about the famous Confraternities (Schools) of merchants and artisans that provided the foundations of the Venetian mercantile empire. This walking tour of Venice finishes at the evocative Rialto Bridge overlooking the Grand Canal and the Rialto Market.

Looking for something different to do in Venice, something truly authentic and un-touristy? Get off the beaten path and on the waterways with the Venetian voga alla veneta - the unique, stand-up rowing style developed to traverse the city and its lagoon, and made iconic by the gondoliers - you can experience this rich heritage first-hand.

By participating in - not just observing - this unique, very-Venetian pastime, you'll acquire a profound understanding of the city that is both historic and intimate. That's why we say "There is nothing more Venetian than the Voga."