Rome to start charging tourists to access famed Trevi Fountain
December 27, 2025
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1:00Now PlayingRome to start charging tourists to access famed Trevi Fountain
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as posted by the channelRome's Trevi Fountain is a popular destination for tourists — especially for those who want to throw a coin over their shoulder and make a wish. But soon, even approaching the fountain will soon come at a cost.
In recent years, the piazza beside the baroque masterpiece is often so crowded there’s little room to move. This year, the fountain has had some nine million visitors, according to Rome’s mayor. So the city plans to charge from February a 2 euro (around $2.35) tourist tax for any non-resident wanting access to the fountain. It estimates it will make some $7.6 million in annual revenue.
The move is part of a broader effort by the Italian government to capitalize on the country’s famed heritage. For example, Verona this month began charging for access to the balcony in the northern Italian city that is associated with Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
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