Plan Ahead: New Venice Access Regulations for 2025
Starting last summer, Venice will continue the Access Fee policy, impacting daily visitors to the historic city centre in 2025. Staying informed about these updates is essential to ensuring a seamless experience.
Here’s what you need to know:
Who Pays the Access Fee?
▪ Day visitors who do not stay overnight in Venice.
▪ Those who visit on specific high-traffic dates.
▪ Visitors who do not qualify for exemptions (full list available in the official regulations).
Who Is Exempt?
▪ Guests staying in accommodation within the City of Venice.
▪ Children under 14, individuals with certified disabilities, medical visitors, and certain other categories.
▪ Visitors attending with a ticket the Venice Boat Show (30 May - 02 June) or the Vogalonga (08 June).
Key Dates & Access Hours:
▪ The access fee applies on 54 selected days between 18 April and 27 July 2025.
▪ Fee enforcement hours: 0830HRS - 1600HRS.
2025 Calendar Days
▪ The days in 2025 when the Access Fee is charged, from 0830HRS to 1600HRS, are indicated in the calendar below.
How Much Is the Fee?
▪ €5 or €10, depending on the advance booking period.
▪ Incentives available for early reservations.
How to Pay & Register
▪ The Venice Access Fee must be booked and paid in advance through the official web platform: https://cda.ve.it/en/
▪ Travellers must retain proof of payment or exemption for verification at checkpoints.
Why This Matters for You
▪ Helps manage visitor flow and enhance the guest experience.
▪ Ensures smooth compliance for those travelling to Venice on affected dates.
▪ Enables early trip planning to maximise traveller's satisfaction.
