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City of the Sun Rome

Rating

4.6(203)

Family of 4

USD 30-100 depending on purchases; browsing is free

Duration

30-60 minutes

Best Ages

0-12

About

Citta del Sole, City of the Sun, is Italy's beloved educational toy chain, and a Rome visit with kids is a good time to browse one of its locations. The store has built a strong reputation over decades by focusing on toys that engage children's curiosity: science kits, creative arts materials, language games, eco-friendly construction sets, and imaginative play items.

For traveling families, Citta del Sole offers a useful balance between entertainment and education. Kids engage with the merchandise because it is designed to capture young attention, while parents can feel good about toys rooted in real developmental value rather than passive screen entertainment.

The chain has multiple locations across Rome, so finding a branch near your accommodation or day's itinerary is usually simple. Staff are typically well trained on the merchandise and can help match toys to specific age groups or developmental stages. Browsing is free, and the stores are stroller-friendly, which makes them useful on rainy days in central Rome.

Age Suitability

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

Parent Logistics

Stroller-Friendly

Yes

Setting

Rainy Day

Great option!

Plan Your Visit

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings or early afternoons for the most comfortable browsing experience

Wait Times

No wait , open to walk-ins

Nearby Food

Multiple Rome branches are in central locations with cafes and family restaurants within easy walking distance.

Why Kids Love It

Citta del Sole (City of the Sun) is Italy's favorite educational toy chain, kids love the hands-on, discovery-focused merchandise that feels more like play than shopping.

Pro Tips from Parents

  • Citta del Sole specializes in educational, creative, and eco-friendly toys , a step above the mass-market toy chains.
  • The staff are typically knowledgeable about child development and can recommend age-appropriate items.
  • Look for science kits, creative arts sets, and language games that are both entertaining and educational.

What to Bring

  • Budget for educational toy purchases
  • Child's age and specific learning interests

Cost Info

Estimated Cost (Family of 4)

USD 30-100 depending on purchases; browsing is free

Tips to Save

  • Citta del Sole is a chain with multiple Rome locations , check which branch is closest to your accommodation to avoid extra travel.
  • They frequently run educational toy promotions.

Hours & Contact

Hours

Friday
9:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Monday
9:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Sunday
Closed
Tuesday
9:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 2:30 – 7:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM – 7:30 PM

Contact

Via Buonarroti, 4, 00185 Roma RM, Italy

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