Introduce your family to the enchanting cities of Italy on a journey to Rome, Florence, and Venice that engages travelers of all ages in history, world-famous art and architecture, and delicious cuisine.

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Exploring the arts of Florence with your daughter

The iconic Duomo of Florence

Michelangelo's <i>David</i> in the Accademia in Florence

Michelangelo's David in the Accademia in Florence

A lesson in making pasta

Girls enjoying gelato in Florence

The Grand Canal at dusk

Gondola ride through the canals of Venice

Masked reveler in Venice

Mask making in Venice

Piazza San Marco, Venice

Interior of the Basilica of San Marco

The Roman Forum

The Sistine Chapel's frescoed walls and ceiling

The vast interior of St. Peter’s Basilica

Piazza Navona, Rome

Italy for Families: A Tailor-Made Journey to Rome, Florence, and Venice

10 days from $8,795

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WHAT OUR TRAVELERS SAY

After you do a Tailor-Made trip with Smithsonian Journeys, you won't want to travel any other way. Our Mother-Daughter trip to Europe was nothing short of spectacular experience and service wise. Book your trip today!

- Malia, J.

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Accommodations

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Donna Camilla Savelli

Rome, Italy

Set within a 17th-century baroque monastery in the heart of the Trastevere neighborhood, the Donna Camilla Savelli is a charming base from which to explore Rome. Individually decorated rooms and suites blend the building’s architectural elements with elegant furnishings and modern amenities. The hotel features several dining venues including a rooftop lounge and a bistro located within the property’s stunning gardens.

Hotel Santa Maria Novella

Florence, Italy

This elegant, historic hotel is composed of three old palaces. Its paneled walls are lined with traditional fabric hung with large, ornate Renaissance paintings of Italian landscapes, original family portraits or renowned historical figures. It has excellent views of Piazza Santa Maria Novella and is just a short walk from the Duomo in the heart of town.

The rooms are bright with wooden floors and Florentine touches in the artwork and decor.

Palazzo Giovanelli

Venice, Italy

Elegant boutique 4-star hotel, overlooking the Grand Canal near the church of San Stae. It is located away from the hustle and bustle of the Rialto and St Mark’s Square but still within convenient access by public waterbus. The 41 guest rooms are furnished with a contemporary style and offer all amenities and enchanting views over Venice. There are a number of artisan shops and typical Venetian inns within easy walking distance.

Gift Membership – Friends of Smithsonian

When you travel on a tailor-made journey, you will receive a Friends of the Smithsonian Archivist Circle membership*. Benefits include:

A Smithsonian annual engagement calendar with full-color images of exceptional art and artifacts, mailed in the fall.
Subscription to Smithsonian, the award-winning magazine of the arts, sciences, and history. Early access to Smithsonian magazine produced events.
Invitations to four exclusive virtual programs for Friends of the Smithsonian members with Smithsonian experts.
10% discount in Smithsonian Museum Stores (good on purchases up to $200); 10% discount with the SmithsonianStore.com, and Folkways Recordings
Recognition in the Friends of the Smithsonian Honor Roll, displayed electronically on the National Mall in the Membership Reception Center
Special member rate for tickets to the Smithsonian’s IMAX® theaters and Einstein Planetarium.
Free admission to the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.
A complimentary copy of the annual Smithsonian museum guidebook.
Invitation to a special welcome event for new members at a Smithsonian venue.

*Offer only available for first-time Smithsonian members.

Testimonials

WHAT OUR TRAVELERS SAY

After you do a Tailor-Made trip with Smithsonian Journeys, you won't want to travel any other way. Our Mother-Daughter trip to Europe was nothing short of spectacular experience and service wise. Book your trip today!

- Malia, J.

Travel Insurance

For the convenience of our travelers, Smithsonian Journeys includes a basic medical expense and evacuation plan through Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand, at no additional charge. This plan provides post-departure Medical and Dental coverage of $250,000 per person and Emergency Assistance and Transportation coverage of $1,000,000 per person (U.S. Residents Only). Note: For full details regarding these coverages please review the following Plan Documents here.

In addition, we recommend that travelers purchase a travel protection plan to help protect their travel investment from unforeseen events such as cancellation due to illness, flight delays due to adverse weather, baggage loss, and more. For your convenience, Smithsonian Journeys offers an optional Travel Protection Plan administered by Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand. For those interested, optional "Cancel for Any Reason" coverage is available for an additional charge. Note: Certain eligibility requirements apply and Cancel for Any Reason coverage is not available to New York residents. For full details regarding this coverage please review the following Plan Documents here.

To learn more about the Travel Protection Plan, you may visit https://www.generalipartner.com/smithsonianjourneys or call the administrator, Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand at (866) 501-3252.