Italy is preparing for large flows of tourists this summer, which is why it takes measures to protect the cultural and natural heritage of the country, but with the purpose of making tourism a sustainable and quality activity.
Increased taxes for tourists who come to Venice/Photo: Pixabay
The Ministry of Tourism in Italy elaborates national levels. From Capri to Cinque Terre, passing through Rome and Venice, restrictions are established to cope with the problem of excessive tourism.
So far, strategies for combating excessive tourism were left at the initiative of individual municipalities.
Currently, a more structured approach is outlined. The Ministry of Tourism elaborates national levels to regulate the influx of visitors during peak periods, with the intention to harmonize the local initiatives, to optimize the collection and analysis of data and to stimulate alternative tourist models, throughout the year, according to Mediafax.
Among the proposals under discussion are the creation of a national fund dedicated to the sustainability of tourism, financed by tourism and landing taxes. This fund could support local projects for environmental protection and improvement of public services, according to IL Messaggero.
The new measures provided for the summer of 2025 represent a concrete step towards a more durable tourism.
Measures in Florence
In Florence, starting with July, a prohibition on short -term tourist rent will enter into force.
Taxes in Rome
Rome also takes into account the ceiling of the short -term rental licenses, in parallel with an increase in the tourist tax, from 3.50 to 5 euros per night, starting July 1, 2025.
Increase of the Tourist Tax in Naples
In Naples, on the other hand, the tourist tax was increased for all categories. For 4 -star hotels, it goes from 3 to 5.50 euros per night, up to 5 euros for short -term rentals. Revenue aims to strengthen controls against illegality in tourism.
Changes in Venice
After the experimental introduction, last year, the entrance ticket worth 5 euros for one -day visitors, on weekends and on the spring bridges, the Municipal Administration extended the measure for the entire month of July 2025, with possible extensions in August.
The ticket is mandatory for those who enter the city without staying, and access must be reserved online. The purpose is to discourage one day tourism, which currently represents 70% of the total visitors.
Access regulated to the beach and taxes
Even the seaside resorts are looking for durable tourism. Capri maintains its historic landing fee, of 5 euros during the summer season.
In Sardinia, for some beaches, such as Pelosa, there are controlled entries. A reservation is required to access them.
