Exclusive Family Experiences in Rome

Mosaic Tiles

Celebrate artistic expression in the comfort of your residence. Travel back to the world of ancient Rome in a mosaic workshop, guided by a master artisan. Each participant becomes an apprentice, arranging tiny pieces of marble and glass to form patterns, creatures, and scenes inspired by classical life. Gods and heroes adorning temples and villas, shimmering marine life gliding through the baths, lively animals at the market, athletes in training are part of this playful journey through time.

Ages 3-6: larger marble tiles
Ages 7-10: a mix of marble and enamel tiles
Ages 11-14: hands-on guidance cutting tiles

Coat of Arms

Guided by a painting teacher, your family creates its own personal coat of arms in the privacy of your apartment. Using the ancient art of fresco – responsible for so many masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance – sketch your design choosing colours, shapes and symbols that tell your story. Lions for courage, trees for growth, stars for dreams: your finished artwork will be a unique reflection of your family’s spirit.

Ages 3-6: large brushes and simple, colourful motifs
Ages 7-10: guided painting of heraldic symbols
Ages 11-14: learning details of fresco work and finer brush techniques

Create a Breakfast Set

Join a ceramic workshop where each family member decorates their own breakfast set – mugs and cereal bowls become a canvas for creativity. Guided by an artisan, parents and children choose shades, symbols and motifs that reflect their tastes and personalities, transforming simple objects into vibrant, everyday works of art. The family takes home a personalised set – a collection of unique pieces ready to brighten every morning with memories of their Italian adventures.

Ages 3-6: large brushes, simple shapes and bright colours
Ages 7-10: guided decoration with patterns and playful motifs
Ages 11-14: introduction to finer brushwork and more detailed designs

Crafty and Creative

Learn the art of Italian craftsmanship with a hands-on workshop at Rocco Forte House. Choose from making a personalised leather bracelet embossed with your initials, crafting a scented candle or soap, or sketching elegant Italian fashion silhouettes. Guided by local artisans, each experience invites the whole family to connect through creativity. Take your beautiful handmade piece home as a lasting reminder of your time in Rome.

Pasta and Stories

Introduce your young chefs to the joy of Italian cooking through a family pasta-making experience filled with stories and local flavour. The adventure begins at the bustling Campo de’ Fiori market, where a chef guides parents and children through colourful stalls to select the freshest ingredients. Back in the kitchen, aprons are tied and hands dip into flour. Everyone rolls, shapes and fills their own pasta, learning the tales behind cavatelli, gnocchi and ravioli – every shape tells a story. Finish with a family portrait in chef’s whites and recipes to recreate the magic at home.

Ages 3-6: play with dough
Ages 7-10: pasta shaping
Ages 11-14: sauces, fillings, plating

Urban Photography Safari

Venture into Rome’s open-air gallery on a guided photographic family adventure. Young explorers will delight in spotting animals hidden among the city’s statues and frescoes – from Neptune, god of the sea, at the Trevi Fountain to mythical creatures scattered throughout the Eternal City. For older children, the experience blends Rome’s rich history with modern visual storytelling. Discover new angles of the Spanish Steps, zoom out to capture a panoramic view of Piazza del Popolo, and frame the vibrant energy of the Pantheon and Piazza Navona.

Ages 3-10: animal hunt, instant photography
Ages 11-17: storytelling through photography, learning to treasure each moment

Art en Plein Air and a Picnic

In the shade of Castel Sant’Angelo, relax with art and a family picnic in the newly opened gardens – a green oasis in the heart of Rome. Guided by an artist, let your imagination flow at an open-air watercolour class. Explore colour, light and texture, gathering natural elements such as leaves and petals gathered in the park to inspire your painting. Each family member paints their own piece, capturing the beauty of nature and a memory of a beautiful family day out at the park in Rome.

Ages 3-6: playful use of colours and simple leaf prints
Ages 7-10: guided watercolour and collage with natural elements
Ages 11-14: introduction to composition and layering techniques

Little Gladiator

Add some excitement to your family's trip to Rome with a thrilling and enjoyable activity for your kids. Give your children the chance to experience what life was like for a gladiator in ancient times. Bring them to a genuine school for brave gladiators where they can learn about the history of these fierce fighters from passionate and knowledgeable instructors. They will even have the opportunity to handle and wear real weapons and armor used in ancient bales. But the real fun begins when they train like true Roman gladiators, learning techniques of a ack and defense with a sword.