Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain has reopened after undergoing three months of renovations, just in time for the inauguration of the 2025 Jubilee Holy Year. The 18th-century monument, a main attraction in the Italian capital, underwent renovation work that cost 327,000 euros ($341,000).
To ensure a pleasant experience for visitors and prevent overcrowding, the fountain will be limited to 400 visitors at a time. This measure aims to allow visitors ample opportunity to observe and appreciate the values embodied by the fountain, as stated by Claudio Parisi Presicce, Rome’s superintendent for cultural heritage.
In anticipation of the large crowds expected for the Jubilee, Rome City officials have developed a plan to restrict access to the area surrounding the fountain. Visitors will need to book their visit online and pay a fee of 2 euros ($2.20) for entry. Once inside, they will have a 30-minute window to enjoy the beauty of the fountain.
During the renovation period, visitors were still able to partake in the tradition of tossing coins into a makeshift pool. Legend has it that throwing a coin into the Baroque fountain guarantees a return trip to Rome. This tradition generates an estimated 1.5 million euros ($1.6 million) annually, with the proceeds being donated to the Catholic charity Caritas for the past 15 years.
