Visitors to Rome’s Trevi Fountain will soon have to pay to get closer to this iconic landmark.
Starting February 1, 2026, the Italian capital is introducing tickets costing 2 euros for tourists who descend the stairs to the area around the pool, where it is customary to throw a coin into the fountain.
Viewing the water masterpiece from the upper square will remain free.
In 2024, the authorities of the Eternal City proposed the idea of implementing a ticketing system at the Trevi Fountain as part of ongoing plans to reduce crowding and promote “sustainable tourism.”
The 18th-century fountain has long been a “must-see” attraction for tourists in the Eternal City. But the site and the area around it are often crowded with tourists.
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When will visitors have to pay to get close to the Trevi Fountain?
Tickets will grant prime-time access to the area around the fountain’s basin, which has been fenced off since last year.
Authorities claim they have already seen positive results from a year-long experiment. They limited the number of visitors who can get to the fountain’s edge by installing lines and a system of entry and exit paths.
According to Rome mayor Roberto Gualtieri, around 9 million people have queued to get a close-up look this year. On some days, up to 70,000 visitors passed through.
From February, visitors will also have to pay for this access from 9:00 to 21:00.
Early in the morning and after dark, access remains free.
Similarly, Venice introduced paid entry to the city center during peak days several years ago.
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