Venice charges day visitors an access fee on designated days, and the city has approved more days for 2027. This guide covers how the 2026 system worked, who is exempt, how to pay, and what is still unconfirmed for 2027. Details last checked in October 2026.
Quick Answer
- 2026 price: €5 if paid in advance, €10 if paid closer to the visit
- 2026 calendar: 60 days between 3 April and 26 July, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- 2027 plan: 72 days from Good Friday (26 March) to mid-August, up to €10 per person
- Exempt: Overnight guests in Venice, children under 14, Veneto residents and others
- Fine: €50 to €300 for non-payment, per a third-party guide
What Is the Venice Access Fee?
The Venice access fee, called the Contributo di Accesso, is a per-person charge for day visitors entering the historic centre on set dates. The official portal is cda.ve.it. According to the travel site Wego, the 2026 fee ran on 60 dates between 3 April and 26 July 2026 and applied from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., so arrivals after 4 p.m. did not pay.
Overnight guests in registered accommodation inside the Municipality of Venice are exempt from the fee and pay the standard tourist tax instead.
A gondola glides along the Grand Canal toward the Rialto Bridge as a passenger on a water bus takes a photo
How Much Does the Venice Access Fee Cost?
The 2026 fee depended on when you paid. Wego puts the cutoff at four days before the visit, while a Swiss news report puts it at three days, so pay at least a week ahead and you avoid the question. The 2027 structure has not been confirmed.
| Year | Fee days | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 60 days, 3 April to 26 July | €5 in advance, €10 if paid late | Completed |
| 2027 | 72 days, Good Friday to mid-August | Up to €10 | Approved by the city council; also needs national government approval, per bluewin |
The 2026 season drew more than 650,000 paying visitors and over €5 million in revenue, according to bluewin, and visitor numbers did not fall.
Who Is Exempt from the Venice Access Fee?
Wego lists these exemptions for 2026:
- Overnight guests in registered accommodation within the Municipality of Venice
- Children under 14
- Veneto residents
- Workers, commuters and students in the historic centre
- Property owners in Venice
- European Disability Card holders and one companion
Wego adds that exempt visitors should still register on the portal for a free QR code, and that cruise passengers entering during active hours on active dates must pay. Confirm the current list on cda.ve.it, because exemptions can change.
What Changes in 2027?
Venice’s city council approved 72 fee days for 2027, up from 60, according to a report citing the Italian news agency ANSA. The calendar starts on Good Friday, 26 March 2027, and runs to mid-August, per the same coverage. The maximum price stays at €10. A much steeper increase to €30 or more was discussed but ruled out for now, per bluewin.
Two caveats matter. Bluewin says the decision still needs approval from the government in Rome, and I could not retrieve the official 2027 date list, so check cda.ve.it before booking a spring or summer 2027 trip.
How Do You Pay the Venice Access Fee Step by Step?
- Check the calendar on cda.ve.it to see whether your arrival day is a fee day.
- Register on the portal and pay, ideally a week ahead to get the lower price.
- Wego lists payment by credit card, PayPal, or in person at tobacconists showing the Punto LIS logo.
- Keep the QR code you receive by email on your phone or printed.
- Carry it into the city, since inspectors check codes at transport hubs and in the historic centre.
What Happens If You Do Not Pay?
Wego reports fines of €50 to €300 on top of the fee for non-payment, plus further consequences for false exemption claims. That figure comes from a third-party guide rather than the city portal, so verify it. Day trippers can also save money by storing bags and skipping the most expensive options, since a vaporetto ticket costs €9.50 and a half-hour gondola ride starts around €90, according to bluewin.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Venice access fee in 2026?
Wego reports €5 per person when paid in advance and €10 when paid within about three to four days of the visit, depending on the source. Children under 14 are exempt.
Do overnight guests pay the Venice access fee?
No. Overnight guests in registered accommodation within the Municipality of Venice are exempt and pay the standard tourist tax instead, per Wego and bluewin.
What are the Venice access fee dates for 2027?
The city council approved 72 days from Good Friday, 26 March 2027, to mid-August, per press reports. The exact list is on cda.ve.it, and national approval was still pending per bluewin.
What hours does the Venice access fee apply?
On fee days in 2026 it applied from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., so arrivals after 4 p.m. did not need to pay, according to Wego.
What is the fine for not paying the Venice access fee?
Wego reports fines of €50 to €300 in addition to the fee. Verify the current amount on the official portal.
Final Thoughts
Venice’s access fee is a small cost compared with the price of a vaporetto or gondola ride, but it needs planning. Check the calendar, pay early, keep the QR code on your phone, and confirm the 2027 dates on the official portal before you book.
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