You may have heard of the fictional character Percy Jackson. The story of a twelve-year-old boy who embarks upon a number of amazing adventures, encountering Olympians in modern times. But did you know the inspiration for these comes from historical literature and artifacts that can be viewed today? The Percy Jackson Tour at The Capitoline Museum is an engaging experience to gather these imaginative mythical stories and bring them to life.
There will be scavenger hunts with satires, gods and cyclops. Your family-friendly specialized guide will introduce you to many of the archaeological finds relating to the main characters in Percy’s adventures, such as the one-eyed Polyphemus, the menacing looking Medusa and Chiron the wise and friendly centaur, to name but a few.
The best way to ensure that your children will have a fun learning adventure while visiting one of the most magnificent and important collections of ancient Roman art in the world!
Let the treasure hunt begin!
Wheelchair accessible. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Public transportation options are available nearby. Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Climb the steps from Piazza Ara Coeli to Piazza del Campidoglio - meet at the statue of Marcus Aurelius riding a horse (middle of the square).