Travellers planning an Italian getaway in 2026 may face higher overnight costs as more municipalities raise or introduce tourist taxes across the country.
A new report says 1,411 municipalities are expected to apply the charge next year, with 24 new territories joining the system.
The tax, added to hotel and short-stay bills, is forecast to generate more than €1.2 billion in 2026. That would nearly double the €628 million collected in 2021, driven by wider adoption and higher nightly rates that can reach €10 depending on accommodation category.
Milan is among the cities making the sharpest changes. With the 2026 Winter Olympics approaching, the city has temporarily doubled its tourist tax this year, with luxury accommodation charges capped at €10 per night. Milan aims to raise €110 million, up 43% on 2025.
Rome is expected to remain Italy’s largest collector of tourist tax revenue, with about €288 million forecast. Other cities increasing charges include:
- Naples, where rates rise by €1 to €6 per night
- Turin
- Catania
- Perugia
- Bolzano
- Livorno
- Trieste
- Olbia
- Lecce
Smaller tourist destinations are also increasing charges, showing the tax is no longer limited to major cities or peak summer resorts. Municipalities cited in the report include:
- Jesolo
- Sanremo
- Assisi
- Alghero
- Santa Margherita Ligure
- Spoleto
On Lake Garda, Lazise recorded a 60% rise in revenues in 2025 to €3.6 million, helped by strong visitor demand and nearby theme parks. Bardolino also reported growth, while seaside destinations such as Caorle, Cervia and Cavallino Treporti saw revenues double in 12 months.
Some municipalities are also extending the tax calendar beyond the traditional high season. Minori, near Salerno, has chosen to apply the charge year-round.
At regional level, Lazio remains the highest-earning area with more than €300 million in 2025. Lombardy follows with €158 million and the fastest growth rate at 37.8%, while Tuscany and Veneto recorded €136 million and €117 million respectively.
The 24 municipalities introducing tourist taxes in 2026 include:
- Avellino
- Latina
- Scandicci
- Foligno
- Aprilia
- Moncalieri
- Treviglio
- Sassuolo
- Acerra
- Portogruaro
- Trani
- Bisceglie
The report said revenue growth of 11% is expected in 2026, although continued conflict in the Middle East could reduce tourism demand from the region and cut totals by 1.8% compared with 2025.
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