Admission rates will be doubled from now on.
In the heart of Italy, the historic city of Venice has announced a series of measures to manage its high tourist influx, with the introduction of an increased entry fee being the first major move. The new system, which has been in effect since January 2024 and continues through 2025, requires visitors to purchase a ticket for entry during the period from Good Friday (April 18, 2025) through the First May Weekend (May 3–4, 2025).
The updated tourist entry fees and duration details are as follows:
- **Entry fee**: €5 per person per day if booked and paid at least 3 days before arrival. If you pay within 3 days of your arrival, the fee doubles to €10 per person. - **Fee applicable days**: Entry fees are required on multiple days including every day from April 18 to May 4, 2025. - **Exemptions**: Children under 14 years, overnight hotel guests in Venice, and people with disabilities are exempt from this fee. - **Duration**: The fee applies per day of entry; you pay once for each day you enter Venice on these specified dates. - **Cruise passengers**: Most pay around €5, often included in excursion or port fees; digital payment systems are generally used for convenience.
These measures aim to help control the tourist flow and reduce the impacts of overtourism on Venice. The increased fee is part of a larger strategy to manage tourism in the city, which has seen around 14 million tourists annually and up to 100,000 people daily.
The introduction of the entry fee was considered a global pioneer due to Venice's high tourist influx. It is worth noting that the fee has been increased from the original €5 to an undisclosed amount. Those caught without a ticket may be fined up to 300 euros.
The city's efforts to manage tourism have not gone unnoticed, with a couple living on a boat and sailing around the world for five years acknowledging the need for such measures. However, no changes to their lifestyle have been reported as a result of these new regulations.
In summary, if you plan to visit Venice between Good Friday and the First May Weekend, you should purchase your entry ticket in advance to pay €5 per day. If you pay late, the fee will rise to €10 per day. These measures are part of a broader effort to ensure the preservation and enjoyment of Venice for both residents and tourists.
[1] [City of Venice Tourist Entry Fee Information](https://www.comune.venezia.it/portale/it/servizi/turismo/biglietti-per-venezia) [2] [Venice Tourist Entry Fee: Everything You Need to Know](https://www.veniceinsider.com/venice-tourist-tax/) [3] [Venice Introduces Tourist Entry Fee to Manage Overcrowding](https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20230712-venice-introduces-tourist-entry-fee-to-manage-overcrowding) [4] [Venice Tourist Entry Fee: What You Need to Know](https://www.lonelyplanet.com/italy/venice/articles/venice-tourist-entry-fee)
The revised tourist entry fees in Venice, effective from April 18, 2025, to May 4, 2025, necessitate the purchase of a ticket at €5 per person per day, if booked and paid at least 3 days prior to arrival, or €10 per person if paid within 3 days. This lifestyle adjustment reflects the city's concerted efforts to manage tourism and lessen the effects of overtourism, fostering a sustainable travel experience in Venice. Despite these changes, no significant modifications have been reported in response to these new regulations for couples living on a boat, traveling around the world for five years.
