Venice Tourist Tax (Imposta di Soggiorno)
The Venice tourist tax (imposta di soggiorno) ranges from 1 to 5 EUR per person per night, depending on your accommodation's star rating. Hotels, B&Bs, holiday rentals, and hostels all collect this tax on behalf of the Comune di Venezia, and it is added to your bill at checkout. Children under a certain age (usually 10 or 14, depending on current regulations) are exempt. The tax is usually capped after 5 consecutive nights in the same property. It is not included in the room rate you see on booking platforms, so factor it into your budget. Accommodation providers are required to register with the municipal portal and submit quarterly declarations of guest nights. The revenue goes to the city to help fund maintenance, infrastructure, and services for residents and visitors. This tax is entirely separate from the newer Venice Access Fee (Contributo di Accesso), which targets day-trippers on specific dates. If you are staying overnight, you pay the tourist tax but are exempt from the daily access fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
5 QuestionsHow much is the Venice tourist tax per night?
The imposta di soggiorno ranges from 1 to 5 EUR per person per night. The exact amount depends on the type and star rating of your accommodation. Budget hostels are at the lower end, while 4 and 5-star hotels charge the full 5 EUR.
Is the Venice tourist tax included in my hotel booking price?
No. The tourist tax is almost never included in the room rate shown on booking platforms like Booking.com or Expedia. It is collected separately by the accommodation, typically at checkout. Budget a few extra euros per person per night.
What is the difference between the Venice tourist tax and the entry fee?
The tourist tax (imposta di soggiorno) is for overnight guests and is collected by your accommodation. The access fee (Contributo di Accesso) is for day visitors entering Venice on designated dates. If you stay overnight, you pay the tourist tax and are exempt from the daily access fee.
Do children pay the Venice tourist tax?
Children under a certain age (typically under 10 or 14, depending on current municipal regulations) are exempt from the tourist tax. Check with your accommodation or the Comune di Venezia website for the current age threshold.
Is there a maximum number of nights the tourist tax applies?
Yes. The tax is typically capped after 5 consecutive nights in the same accommodation. After that, additional nights are not subject to the charge. The exact cap may be adjusted by the municipality.