Turn sightseeing in Rome into a family adventure
Self-guided family missions, quizzes and trails that keep children curious, engaged and excited to explore.
Let your child lead the adventure
Using the TrovaTrails app, children follow clues, solve challenges and uncover stories hidden around the city. Each clue leads to the next, turning Rome into a giant detective adventure.
Instead of passively listening while adults lead the way, kids take charge of the experience.
No boring tours. Just fact-finding, clue-cracking, energy-burning fun the whole family will love.
Bring Ancient Rome to life before you even arrive
Start at home with our free Gladiator Quiz.
Take ten minutes to step into the world of a gladiator, so that when you arrive at the Colosseum, you're not just looking at an ancient monument — you're imagining the people who brought it to life.
Built for Families Exploring Rome
Kids stay engaged
Children follow clues, solve challenges and uncover secrets as they explore. Instead of passively following adults from site to site, they're on a mission — and in the driving seat.
So instead of asking, "How much longer?", they're asking, "What's the next clue?"
Start anytime, explore at your own pace
Download the app and start your mission in minutes. No schedules. No groups. No rushing. Every mission is self-guided, so Rome fits around your family — not the other way around.
Easy to use
The app guides you every step of the way. Simply follow the clues, answer questions and let your child lead the adventure. No guidebook, map-reading or complicated planning required.
Designed for Real Families
TrovaTrails is designed for children aged 7–12. Our adventures take around 60–90 minutes — long enough to become immersed in the story, but short enough to fit around the realities of family travel.
What People Are Saying
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"We had such a great time following the TrovaTrails Heart of Rome adventure with our kids! It was a lifesaver - they had fun & we learnt loads of quirky historical facts. We loved the way the trail led us around interesting parts of the city & even told us to stop for a gelato & bathroom break.”
— Parent review on the App Store
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“My kids normally hate sightseeing. But with the TrovaTrails app, they were soon on the hunt for clues and by the end, they loved it so much they asked if they could to it again! We were a big group and even their grandparents enjoyed it. A fun afternoon for the whole family!”
– Ana Helena, Mother of 6 and 9 year old
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"My kids LOVED finding the clues – it was the driving force for the whole tour. TrovaTrails really brings the museum alive; we all saw details we would have missed otherwise, and it’s invaluable to have a clear route in such a large museum.”
—Kristen, mother of 7 and 9 year old
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"Despite growing up in Rome, my son and I discovered so many things we'd never noticed before. The Pantheon trail was fun, engaging and full of surprises. A wonderful family adventure."
— Claudia, mother of 10 amd 13 year old
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" This app strikes an engaging balance between treasure hunting and teasing out details and facts about Ancient Rome. It’s fun for young learners that might otherwise be put off from the overwhelming amount of information and material remains. They will come away from this experience with a new appreciation of history and archaeology!"
_– Darius Arya, Archeologist and father of two
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"My kids raced around the Pantheon searching for the next clue. They were completely absorbed from start to finish."
-Kristine, mum of 8 and 10 year old
How it works
Step 1: Choose your adventure
Download the app and pick a mission.
Your next family adventure is ready in minutes — no planning, printing or preparation required.
Works offline once downloaded.
Step 2: Let your child take the lead
Your child follows clues, answers questions and uncovers hidden details, with the app guiding the way.
Children can play independently, but adventures are better shared. Join the mission, follow the clues and let your child lead the way. You might be surprised by how much you learn — about Rome and about your child.
Step 3: Head out and explore
The app guides the mission, but the adventure happens in Rome itself, encouraging children to look closer at the city around them as they race from clue to clue, uncover stories and make discoveries.
You'll be walking, exploring and covering plenty of ground along the way, so comfortable shoes are recommended!
Ready for an unforgettable family adventure?
Start your adventure with our free Gladiator Quiz!
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