Entry Fee for Rome’s Iconic Trevi Fountain to be Implemented in 2026
In a significant effort to manage overtourism, Rome has announced a €2 ($2.35) entry fee for tourists wishing to visit the iconic Trevi Fountain. This charge will be effective from February 1, 2026, and will apply during prime hours from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. for close-up access to the stunning 18th-century Baroque monument.
Rome’s Mayor, Roberto Gualtieri, unveiled this measure following a successful year-long trial that effectively managed crowd flows at the historic landmark. The fountain, a major tourist attraction, receives an estimated 30,000 visitors daily. On peak days, this number can surge to an astounding 70,000 tourists. In 2025 alone, the area welcomed around 9 million visitors.
The viewing area will be limited to 400 people at a time to maintain a comfortable experience for all visitors. However, Rome’s residents will continue to enjoy free access. City officials project that the new fee could generate approximately €6.5 million ($7.6 million) annually. These funds will be allocated towards the maintenance of the city’s cultural heritage sites.
Visitors will still be able to enjoy distant views of the famous fountain from the surrounding piazza free of charge. As per tradition, visitors often toss coins into the fountain, a gesture believed to guarantee their return to Rome.
Source: CBS News