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Tuscany isn’t just museums and art cities. Between forests, horses, handmade pizza and theme parks, it offers perfect experiences for families with children of all ages. And from Borgo La Casaccia you can reach them all easily.
Beyond museums, Tuscany offers a world of adventures for little ones
When you think of Tuscany, you picture cathedrals, Renaissance squares, and golden hills.
But anyone traveling with children knows it’s all about balance.
A bit of culture, yes — but also movement, nature, play, and discovery.
By staying at Borgo La Casaccia, you’re in a strategic location to enjoy authentic, family-friendly experiences without turning your holiday into a marathon.
Here’s our selection of 10 activities that children truly love (and parents do too).
Our Top 10 Family Activities
1️⃣ Become Pizza Makers for a Day 🍕
A cooking class is much more fun than it sounds.
Kneading the dough, stretching it out, choosing the toppings… and then eating your own pizza.
Many local places offer:
• family-friendly classes
• fresh pasta lessons
• workshops for traditional desserts
👉 Perfect even on very hot or rainy days.
2️⃣ Explore the Pinocchio Park in Collodi
In Collodi, the famous wooden puppet comes to life among sculptures, green pathways, and artistic installations.
It’s a storybook park, not an amusement park — perfect for children aged 4 to 10.
📍 About 1 hour and 15 minutes from Montaione.
3️⃣ A Trip Back in Time at the Torture Museum in San Gimignano (for the brave!)
It’s not for everyone — and definitely not for the very little ones — but kids aged 8–9 and up often find it fascinating.
A different way to talk about the Middle Ages, sparking curiosity and questions.
💡 Tip: pair the visit with a gelato in the main square.
4️⃣ Truffle Hunting: A Forest Adventure 🐕
Heading into the woods with an expert truffle hunter and their dog is pure magic.
Kids love:
• following the dog
• digging
• discovering the hidden “treasure”
Perfect in spring and autumn.
5️⃣ A Day on Horseback 🐎
Riding through the Tuscan hills is an experience you won’t forget.
Many local riding stables offer:
• ponies for younger children
• guided family rides
• introductory lessons
📍 Best in the morning, when it’s cooler.
6️⃣ Discover the “Jerusalem” of San Vivaldo
Just a few minutes from Borgo La Casaccia you’ll find a surprising place: a complex of chapels that recreates historical Jerusalem.
For children it feels like a “mysterious village” in the woods.
A short walk, easy and atmospheric.
7️⃣ Cool Off at Acqua Village Cecina or Acqua Village Follonica
When it’s really hot, a water park can save the day.
Slides, pools, children’s areas — perfect for a different kind of outing.
📍 About 1 hour by car.
8️⃣ Cycle Along the White Gravel Roads 🚴
The hills around Montaione offer low-traffic dirt-road routes.
Great for families with older kids:
• e-bike rental
• easy routes
• incredible views
💡 Tip: bring water and start early.
9️⃣ Visit an Educational Farm 🐐
Cows, chickens, goats, organic gardens.
Educational farms let children:
• feed the animals
• see how cheese is made
• understand where food comes from
Simple, but engaging and genuinely educational.
🔟 Build Sandcastles on the Etruscan Coast 🌊
About an hour’s drive from Borgo La Casaccia you’ll reach the Tyrrhenian coast.
Wide beaches, fine sand, shallow water — perfect for a seaside day to mix with countryside time.
The Secret? Alternate Activities and Relaxation
The key to a successful family holiday is simple:
• one busy day
• one quieter day by the pool
• no overly rigid schedules
👉 To plan everything smoothly, read our complete guide to a family holiday in Tuscany.
👉 And to eat without stress, check out our article on family-friendly restaurants around Montaione.
Conclusion: Memories Aren’t Made in Shopping Malls
Tuscany offers something rare today:
simple but authentic experiences.
A pizza made by hand.
A dog finding a truffle.
A horseback ride at sunset.
A swim in the pool after a day trip.
At Borgo La Casaccia you’ll find the ideal base to enjoy all of this — with space, safety, and freedom.
📍 Book directly at borgolacasaccia.it/en/
and start building memories your children will talk about for years.