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PhrasesAt the MuseumC'è un laboratorio per bambini?
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C'è un laboratorio per bambini?

Is there a workshop for children?

Pronunciation

cheh oon lah-boh-rah-TOH-ryoh pehr bam-BEE-nee.

When to use it

When visiting with children and wanting to keep them engaged. Many Italian museums offer excellent family programming including drawing workshops, treasure hunts, and storytelling.

What it means

Un laboratorio is a workshop or lab — in museum contexts it refers to educational activities. Per bambini means for children. Italian museums have developed excellent family programmes, especially in the last decade.

Variations

A partire da che età?

From what age?

Check the minimum age for the workshop.

Bisogna prenotare in anticipo?

Does it need to be booked in advance?

Workshops often have limited places.

Avete una caccia al tesoro per famiglie?

Do you have a family treasure hunt?

A popular and engaging format for children.

Mini Dialogue

— C'è un laboratorio per bambini? — Sì, ogni sabato e domenica dalle dieci alle dodici. — A partire da che età? — Dai cinque anni in su. — Bisogna prenotare? — Sì, almeno un giorno prima, online o per telefono.

— Is there a workshop for children? — Yes, every Saturday and Sunday from ten to twelve. — From what age? — From five years up. — Does it need to be booked? — Yes, at least a day before, online or by phone.

Cultural Note

The Castello di Rivoli near Turin and the MAXXI in Rome are particularly praised for their children's educational programmes. Florence's museums have a dedicated 'Musei per Bambini' initiative with child-friendly routes and activities.