The tourist tax in Rome is a tax levied on visitors who stay overnight in the city's tourist accommodations . The tourist tax is levied with the intention of allocating the proceeds to the maintenance and development of a city's tourist infrastructure.
In 2025 , the amount of the fee and the renovation works in Rome have been influenced by the celebration of the Jubilee , which may cause additional increases in the fee and affect the tourist experience due to the presence of works in different parts of the city.
Particularly in the Italian capital, the tourist tax is a key contribution to maintaining cultural heritage , improving tourism infrastructure, and maintaining the city's appearance.
Adjustments to the tourist tax for the city of Rome have recently been approved, sparking discussion within Rome's tourism ecosystem.
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The Rome tourist tax was implemented in 2011 and applies to all those people who do not reside in Rome and are going to spend the night in the different types of tourist accommodation within the municipality.
The Municipal Board of Rome implemented new rates through Resolution GC n. 255 of 07/17/2023, which came into force on October 1, 2023 .
In addition, declaration and payment of the tourist tax for accommodation managers has been extended 2025 July 23, 2025 .
Depending on the category and classification of the accommodation in Rome, the rate of the imputed tourist tax will vary. Tourist tax adjustment in Rome effective from October 1, 2023 :
Tourist tax also applies in the vicinity of Rome:
More Italian municipalities to be able to implement tourist taxes soon new national legislation , which could extend these rates to new destinations within the metropolitan area.
Please note that the tourist tax in Rome applies for a stay of 10 nights maximum or 5 nights maximum in the case of campsites . After these 10 nights, the tax does not apply.
Currently, no tourist tax is required in the towns of Palestrina and Rocca di Papa.
Rates range between €3.00 and €10.00 per night , adding the supplement to the total that visitors must pay for their stay.
It is essential to know and understand the regulations applicable in this area to be clear about how to proceed. Not everyone is required to pay the tourist tax in Rome. Although most tourists visiting the city are subject to payment, there are exemptions and reductions to facilitate the visit of certain categories of people.
Persons exempt from paying the tourist tax are children under 10 years of age , people with disabilities and their companions , students in international educational programs , participants in cultural events , scientists or recognized athletes , members of the security forces on duty , and residents. from Rome who stay in establishments within the municipality .
To access these exemptions, the corresponding documentation proving each circumstance must be presented at check-in.
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To avoid confusion and misunderstandings, it is important to communicate to guests clearly about the payment methods and the surcharge rates caused by the city's tourist rate during their stay . It is convenient to detail the amount of the tax in the description of the accommodation on holiday rental platforms such as Booking .com or Airbnb, or shown directly in the accommodation facilities.
The payment options that can be more comfortable for both guests and tourist accommodation administrators are as follows:
In most cases, payment is required in person at the accommodation, usually in cash , although some accept credit cards or bank transfers . It's advisable to confirm your payment method before your trip and have the cash amount ready to avoid any setbacks.
Rome's tourism ecosystem must adapt to the adjustments made to the tourist tax .
On the one hand, tourist accommodation managers must be clear with guests about the surcharges payable for overnight stays, and on the other, tourists must factor this cost into their travel budget from the planning stage and learn about available exemptions.
The adjustments and increases in Rome's tourist tax are generating discussion within the tourism ecosystem , even causing some concern among local tourist accommodation associations.
The rate increases and the construction work carried out for the Jubilee are raising concerns among hotel managers and guests about the increased costs and the potential loss of competitiveness compared to other European destinations.
This concern is largely driven by worries about the loss of competitiveness compared to other European destinations, as well as the rising costs for tourists when visiting Rome.
