Italy Tourist Tax 2026: Which Cities Have Increased Visitor Fees and How Much Will You Pay?

Italy's tourist tax (tassa di soggiorno) is one of those small travel costs that catches visitors by surprise at check-out — and in 2026, several cities have increased it. So how much is the Italy tourist tax in 2026, which cities raised it, and who has to pay? This city-by-city guide breaks down the charges so you can budget accurately and avoid an awkward surprise at your hotel.

What Is Italy's Tourist Tax?

The tourist tax is a small per-night, per-person charge levied by individual Italian municipalities on overnight guests. It funds local services and tourism upkeep. Crucially, it's usually not included in the price you paid when booking your hotel or apartment online — it's collected separately at the property, often in cash, at check-in or check-out. The amount varies by city, by your accommodation's star rating, and sometimes by season.

How the Tax Works

• Per person, per night — a couple staying three nights pays the nightly rate ×2 ×3.
• Scaled by accommodation type — luxury hotels charge more than budget B&Bs.
• Capped at a number of nights — many cities only charge the first few (often up to 5–10) consecutive nights.
• Collected by the property — not by the booking platform; keep some cash handy.

City-by-City Tourist Tax (2026)

Rates change yearly and by property class; the figures below are typical ranges to budget with — always confirm with your accommodation.

Rome in particular increased its rates in connection with the 2026 Jubilee — see our Rome Jubilee travel update for the wider picture.

Venice: Tax vs Access Fee

Venice is the one city where you must understand two different charges. Overnight guests pay the tourist tax at their hotel. Day-trippers (who don't stay overnight) instead pay the separate access fee on peak days. You won't pay both — which one applies depends on whether you stay the night. Full detail in our Venice entry fee 2026 guide.

Who Is Exempt?

Exemptions vary by city but commonly include:

• Children below a set age (often under 10–12).
• People with disabilities and their carers (with documentation).
• Patients staying near a hospital for treatment, and their companions.
• Sometimes nights beyond the capped maximum are free.

Ask your accommodation about local exemptions if you think one applies.

How and When You Pay

You pay the property directly — at check-in or check-out. Many smaller hotels and B&Bs prefer cash for the tourist tax even if you paid for the room by card, so carry some euro. For more on payments in Italy, see our guide on whether Italian taxis accept credit cards.

Budgeting Tips

• Factor it in: for a family of four on a week's trip across two cities, the tourist tax can add up to a meaningful sum.
• Carry euro cash for the tax even if you prebooked the room.
• Check the per-city cap — longer stays may not be charged for every night.
• Don't confuse it with other fees like Venice's access fee or any resort charges.
• Keep your transfer costs fixed — pre-booked transfers have no hidden surcharges, unlike a metered taxi in traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the tourist tax in Italy in 2026?

It varies by city and accommodation class, typically €1–€10 per person per night. Rome's rates rose for the Jubilee (up to about €10 for higher-class hotels), while cities like Naples are lower.

Which Italian cities increased their tourist tax for 2026?

Rome notably increased rates in connection with the 2026 Jubilee. Several other major destinations periodically adjust theirs; always confirm the current rate with your accommodation, as municipalities set them locally.

Is the tourist tax included in my hotel booking?

Usually not. It's collected separately by the property at check-in or check-out, often in cash, even if you paid for the room online by card. Budget for it on top of your booking.

How is the Italian tourist tax calculated?

Per person, per night, scaled by accommodation class, and usually capped at a set number of consecutive nights (often 5–10). So a couple staying three nights pays the nightly rate multiplied by two people and three nights.

Do children pay the tourist tax in Italy?

Children below a set age (commonly under 10–12, depending on the city) are usually exempt. Ask your accommodation about the local age threshold and any documentation needed.

How much is the tourist tax in Rome in 2026?

Roughly €4–€10 per person per night depending on your hotel's class, after increases tied to the Jubilee. Higher-category hotels sit at the top of that range.

Is the Venice tourist tax the same as the entry fee?

No. Overnight guests pay the tourist tax at their hotel; day-trippers pay the separate access fee on peak days. You pay only one, depending on whether you stay overnight.

Can I pay the tourist tax by card?

Sometimes, but many smaller hotels and B&Bs prefer cash for the tourist tax even when the room was paid by card. Carry some euro to be safe.

Is there a maximum number of nights charged?

Yes, most cities cap the tax at a set number of consecutive nights (often up to 5–10), after which additional nights are free. The cap varies by municipality.

Do I pay tourist tax for short stays or Airbnbs?

Yes — the tax generally applies to all paid overnight accommodation, including short-term rentals and apartments, which are required to collect it just like hotels.