La Fattoria degli Animali
Rating
Family of 4
USD 30-50 for admission
Duration
2-3 hours
Best Ages
2-10
About
La Fattoria degli Animali is a family animal farm and park located at Via di Castel Fusano near Rome's coastal suburb of Ostia. It's the kind of destination that genuinely works best for young children — specifically toddlers and kids under 10 — who find hands-on farm animal interaction completely captivating.
The experience is straightforward: walk-through farm areas where kids can get close to goats, sheep, horses, and other farm animals, often with supervised feeding opportunities. There's nothing abstract or educational-museum about it — it's direct, sensory, and exactly what young children need after several days of city sightseeing.
The farm is open on weekends only (Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM), and there are no food options on-site, so bring a packed lunch. The location near Castel Fusano means you can easily combine a morning at the farm with an afternoon at the nearby Ostia beach — a solid full-day plan for families with young children. Admission is affordable at around USD 30-50 for a family of four.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Setting
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Saturday or Sunday morning
Wait Times
Minimal
Nearby Food
No on-site food. Nearby Ostia has cafes, restaurants, and beach-side food options.
Why Kids Love It
La Fattoria degli Animali is a working animal farm park where kids can interact with farm animals up close — petting goats, watching sheep, and feeding animals is exactly the kind of hands-on experience that young children love and remember.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Located near Via di Castel Fusano on Rome's coast — combine with a beach day at Ostia.
- Open weekends only (10 AM to 5 PM) — closed Monday through Friday.
- Better for children under 10; older kids may find it too tame.
What to Bring
- Packed snacks and lunch — no food on site
- Closed-toe shoes for farm paths
- Sunscreen and hats for outdoor farm areas
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
USD 30-50 for admission
Tips to Save
- One of the most affordable animal experiences near Rome.
- Bring your own food — no on-site dining.
- Good for a half-day near the coast.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- Closed
- Monday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
