Future projects funded by the tourist tax

1. Enhancement of public transport

The first major project funded by the tourist tax concerns the improvement of the transport network. We also introduced this topic in the previous blog article, with news on the new tourist tax for 2025. (If you haven’t read it: click here)

• Planned budget: Approximately 20 million euros.
• Details: Purchase of new eco-friendly trams and buses, extension of the M4 metro line, and renovation of stops to improve accessibility.
• Timeline: Some interventions are expected to be completed by 2025, a significant year that will bring a substantial influx of tourists.
• Importance: It will facilitate mobility in the city for residents and tourists, reducing environmental impact.

2. Maintenance of cultural heritage

• Estimated budget: Approximately 10 million euros
• Projects: Restoration of historic buildings and museums like the Sforza Castle, improvement of artistic lighting for monuments and historical sites.
• Timeline: Work planned between 2025 and 2026.
• Importance: Enhancing Milan’s cultural identity, increasing its attractiveness for international tourists.

3. Expansion of green areas

Milan is transforming into an increasingly green city. Thanks to the revenue from the tourist tax, new urban parks will be created, and existing green areas will be improved.

• Budget: 8 million euros.
• Projects: Creation of new urban parks, expansion of existing green areas, and introduction of green roofs on municipal buildings.
• Timeline: Progressive interventions by 2025.
• Importance: Improves urban quality of life and contributes to combating climate change.

4. Enhancement of cultural heritage

• Planned budget: 5 million euros.
• Projects: Conversion of some central streets into pedestrian-only areas, redesigned to host cultural events and temporary markets.
• Timeline: Progressive implementation in the 2025-2026 period.
• Importance: Makes the city more livable and attractive, promoting sustainable tourism.

5. Expansion of the cycling network

A portion of the tourist tax funds will be allocated to supporting projects for cycling areas and networks. In Milan, more and more residents and tourists are moving thanks to this ecological and sustainable system. To date, there are many Bike Sharing initiatives promoting cycling, for example, there is also the convenient BikeMi (a project of the City of Milan).

• Estimated budget: 7 million euros.
• Projects: Construction of new bike lanes to better connect the suburbs to the center.
• Timeline: Completion by 2025.
• Importance: Promotes ecological travel and reduces traffic.

6. Cultural events for the Jubilee 2025

In 2025, Milan will also be a destination for religious tourism, as the Door of the Milan Cathedral is among the Holy Doors that will be opened during the Holy Year. This will contribute to increasing the revenue from the tourist tax.

• Budget: Not specified (part of the overall fund of 105 million euros).
• Projects: Concerts, temporary exhibitions, and festivals to welcome pilgrims and promote Milanese culture.
• Timeline: Events scheduled throughout 2025.
• Importance: Positions Milan as one of the main destinations during the Jubilee.

7. Digitalization of tourist services

• Planned budget: 3 million euros.
• Projects: Development of apps and portals to simplify access to tourist services, such as ticket booking and event information.
• Timeline: Launch expected by 2024.
• Importance: Enhances visitor experience, making the city more accessible.