Explore Roman history through play
Trails, clues & fun family quizzes
Turn your family’s sightseeing into a detective adventure!
Follow clues, solve riddles, and uncover Rome’s secrets with our self-guided TrovaTrails — a scavenger hunt that makes history come alive.
No boring tours. Just fact-finding, clue-cracking, energy-burning fun the whole family will love. A tour your kids will thank you for (and so will your wallet).
New! Get your kids hooked on Roman history before they even arrive with TrovaTrivia — a story-led quiz game inside the TrovaTrails app.
Meet gladiators, chefs, and street-sellers, earn trophies, and discover what life was really like in Ancient Rome — then bring that curiosity to the real-world trails across the city.
Download the app and start your Roman adventure today!
Why Trova trails?
Children lead the experience
When children are asked to listen passively, boredom sets in quickly — especially in busy, adult-focused sites. TrovaTrails is designed differently. Children are invited to look closely, solve clues, and make sense of what they see, so they lead the experience rather than drifting out of it.
Go at your own pace
TrovaTrails are self-guided, so families can move through the city in their own time. Pause, wander, take breaks, or revisit a moment — without having to keep up with a group or a guide. Rome rewards slowing down.
Make history fun and unforgettable
What children remember isn’t a list of facts, but moments of discovery. By engaging directly with places — noticing details, asking questions, and making sense of what they see — history becomes something they’ve experienced, not just heard about. Those moments are what stay with them.
Don’t take our word for it…
“My girls hate history at school. So I was surprised and pleased to see how much they enjoyed the Trova trail.“
— Karin, mother of 9 and 12 year old
“This app strikes an engaging balance between treasure hunting and teasing out details and facts about Ancient Rome. Kids will come away with a new appreciation of history and archaeology.”
— Darius Arya, Archeologist, father of 14 and 21 year old
“Our family was totally immersed. Each treasure trail is a big adventure, full of fun facts and problems to solve.”
— Jonny, father of 12 and 14 year old
Choose your family adventure
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The Pantheon quest: the case of the stolen crown
Solve a mystery in one of the best preserved buildings in antiquity. Follow the clues around the outside of the Pantheon then sneak inside to find the final clues and identify the culprit.
TIME: 60 minutes
Tickets needed, book ahead.
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The Colosseum quest: on the hunt for buried treasure
Explore this iconic giant from the outside, avoiding crowds and queues. Battle your way through clues and puzzles as you travel around the outside of the Colosseum discovering its history on the hunt for buried treasure.
TIME: 60 minutes
LIMITED TIME OFFER: FREE TRAIL
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Sant' Angel Castle quest: the cursed castle
Follow Alberto Incanto on a magical tour around this ancient tomb, prison and Renaissance castle. Start in an underground tomb and climb upwards gathering clues and learning about famous magicians, criminals and popes who once lived (and died) within these walls.
TIME: 60- 90 minutes
Tickets needed
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Capitoline Museums quest: spy mission
Bring Rome’s history alive following an evil villain through one of Rome’s greatest museums. Creep through Renaissance rooms and an underground tunnel to the majestic ancient Tabularium on the search for a secret code.
TIME: 60-90 minutes
Tickets needed
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The heart of Rome: Neptune's trident
Starting at Piazza Farnese and ending at the Trevi fountain, walk through Rome’s historic centre discovering the city’s most iconic fountains and monuments. Get to know the Roman gods as you use your detective skills to discover which of them has stolen Neptune’s trident .
TIME: 90-120 minutes
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Liberty Quest: from Trastevere to the Gianicolo
Climb Rome’s highest hill for stunning views and discover hidden gems and iconic monuments as you learn about the great battle of Rome.
TIME: 80-120 minutes
Our philosophy:
Play and joy are at the centre of what we do.
We believe in nurturing children’s world of play, not squeezing it into adult expectations — giving them the freedom to explore, especially on holiday.
From there, TrovaTrails is about movement, curiosity, and exploring Rome together, calmly and affordably.
What People Are Saying About Trova Trails
“Trova makes touring Rome fun for kids - and the whole family.”
— Claudia, mother of 10 and 13 year old
“The text is informative and entertaining but also engaging for adults. The trail costs a fraction of the ticket price to enter the Colosseum and we didnt have to queue!”
— Frances, grandmother of 8 year old
“It’s as if Trova gets into their heads and gives kids something special to focus on: a mystery to fathom.”
— Clare, mother of 12 year old
“Great idea brilliantly executed - perfect for keeping younger ones’ attention.”
— Magnus, father of 15 year old
“No longer do you need to beg the tour guide to curtail their shpiel for the younger ones. This app keeps kids entertained and no one is constrained by starting times and meeting points.”
— Kirsten, mother of 12 and 14 year old
“Fun, engaging and excellent entertainment for my kids during our trip.’
— Marina, mother of 11 and 13 year old
Fun for all ages
Who are the trails for?
Trails are designed for children aged around 7 and up, but every family is different. Younger children can still take part by spotting details and helping with clues, while parents decide how much historical detail to explore — quick facts work just as well as deeper dives, and anything can be skipped.
Trails can be used solo, as a couple, or in a group, but they work best as a shared family experience. Everyone walks the route together, noticing, discussing, and solving clues as a team — with children often surprising adults with what they spot first.
Not ready for a trail?
No problem. The FREE TrovaTrails app is your go-to guide for exploring Rome with kids — with tips on the best sites, nearby playgrounds, and even clean bathrooms. Download it for free and start planning smarter family adventures!
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