Traveling Italy Just Got More Expensive With Trump Tariffs

Will Trump’s tariffs really make your trip to Italy more expensive? It sounds far-fetched, but the truth is more complicated—and it already hit me at the grocery store.

This isn’t about politics. It’s about how global decisions impact your next vacation, from the cost of a cappuccino in Florence to your roundtrip airfare to Rome. I break down the four ways Trump tariffs, economic slowdowns, and global tension can sneak into your travel plans—and why you might want to book that dream trip sooner rather than later.

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[HoosierInUtah]

So many good points about being respectful and responsible.

[mitchcannon]

These talking points are the inflation that already exists, not the just announced tariffs. In addition, Italy is one of the first countries to line up and make itself a fair trade country.

[brixalpha]

To be fair, prices were already climbing in Europe due to Russia, especially on the energy side with Russia being a major supplier. As I was told, always buy Italian in Italy because shops will always give you a better price vs an import brand.

Just booked to visit this summer.

[jowoodfield]

Booked. All paid.
Two Aussie sisters, on our way over to Italy this August. We cannot wait!!

[bobba]

Hi Gregor, love your videos! I’ve noticed the prices of gas, food, and everything exploding the last four years. Since mid COVID I’ve also seen hotels and airline prices increase with way less perks and cleanliness. Our country, the USA, needs fair tariffs with other countries. If it hurts a little to get us out of this mess it’s a small price, in my opinion. ❤

[jrs]

Just last week we were in Rome, Florence & Venice. ❤ We were blessed with sunny weather, manageable tourist traffic, decent pricing, and the pure beauty of Italy. So happy we went when we did. Grazie, ciao!

[LisaM-mojr]

Many European countries have been charging fees to help curb “over” tourism nothing to do with tariffs! Cities like Venice are charging a fee. There is an anti-tourism sentiment due to many reasons such as apartments being used for AirBnb therefore creating a shortage of housing in places like Barcelona & Mallorca. Additionally, these cities are concerned with crowds in their cities during peak travel times, etc.

[happytosti]

I am traveling to Italy in June. I’m stocking up for my check in on the way back.

[rksdhs]

My family and I arrived in Italy about 5 days ago and are in Florence now. We saw a whole lot of your videos before coming and they helped out a lot...to the point that my kids keep hoping to run into you and ask how they can see you. Grazie mille for producing these really well-made and informational videos.

[sams]

Totally unrelated but in Italy & I just wanted to say thanks for your all your wonderful videos. Leaving Venice for Florence today

[LisaM-mojr]

I have been traveling every year to Europe for the last several years and airline prices have been going up for quite a while not just this year. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[finalascent]

6:41 - Exactly what I did in Italy back in fall of 2023, Milan and Genoa. I wore nice pants, dressy sneakers, button down shirt and a sport jacket. Also had quite a tan from spending a lot of time outdoors during the summer. Hardly anyone took me for an American at first blush...

[legendsforkids]

I'm coming next month. The most immediate and direct financial impact I have observed is the Euro exchange rate.

[janniebu]

Thank you for your travel counsel. I will be traveling to Italy in September. I anticipate prices to be higher everywhere but food in Europe is less expensive if you buy local. Taking excess out of experiences can return them to authentic essences. I think it is more important than ever for Americans to travel with grace and kindness. I am learning Italian. If tariffs come up, I’ll say “Mi dispiace davvero tanto che non sia il mio ragazzo.”

[fcobarrios]

It’s too early to tell. There are too many moving parts to all this and the new tariffs negotiations are not finalized.

[Nikolay_Sharkov]

Great channel! What camera do you use for your videos?

[linuxman]

Italy was already overpriced due to them being part of the Eurozone and using the Euro. It is so bad, I spent less money to do 3 weeks in Japan than my brother spent to do 2 weeks in Italy, and he stayed with family and had meals provided. But due to exchange rates everything was 20% more expensive for him while everything was 40% off for me. What is crazier is that Japan is richer than Italy so in theory it should be cheaper to travel to Italy.

If Italy adopted their own currency again they definitely would be a more affordable destination as their currency would definitely be cheap relative to the US dollar.

[EAMSILVER]

I made reservations for cruise year and half ago. I have also booked almost everything for Florence, Rome and Venice. I hope it will be okay. 5/7/25 we go in September. Excited!

[elenalatici]

I've lived in Italy for 22 years, now about 4O minutes outside of Florence. I buy chicken and chicken liver for my nightly visiting fox. Ten days ago I paid €1.03 for about a half a pound of chicken liver. Last Friday I went to my local COOP and a plastic tray of chicken liver, a smaller amount, cost €1.71😮. That's a huge difference, and it happened nearly overnight.
Plus, with dollar getting weaker, the cost of buying Euros is rising. Not long ago it cost $1.05 maybe $1.07 to buy a Euro. Yesterday it cost $1.13. Not horrible, but still scary. I've lived through a time when one Euro was $1.66, so I'm scared to see the exchange rate rise even a little.
But Gregor is right about everything he said. When I travel anywhere in Europe I stay in 3* hotels or even rented rooms. You don't need to spend a fortune for a luxury hotel when most of the time you won't even be in it. You don't need to dine in expensive restaurants to find great food in Italy. Venice is an exception. My advice would be to choose 3 or 4 things you want to see in the big cities like Florence or Rome, then make plans for small towns and villages. My favorite city is Bologna. I lived in and around Bologna for 12 years. Fewer tourists and you'd have to try awfully hard to have a bad meal there. Again, avoid the fancy restaurants and opt for a trattoria. Don't be afraid to ask a fruit and veg vendor where he or she would go out to eat. Use Google translate if you have to, but do learn some useful phrases before you get on that plane. Italians appreciate it when tourists make an effort with their language.
Don't be put off by fear. Just one trip to a foreign country can be life changing . Have fun

[KathleenWendorf]

People will still travel and Italy for sure! I love your videos such excellent content and the absolute truth!