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Originally Published 24 days ago — by DW
Rome will start charging a €2 entry fee for closer access to the Trevi Fountain and five other historic sites from February 1, aiming to manage overtourism, with residents still able to access for free. The city has already limited crowd sizes and introduced other measures to curb mass tourism.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Venice will implement an entry fee for day trippers from April 25 to July 14, with a flat 5 euros charge per person per day. Visitors staying overnight must register for an exemption. The city council has launched an online platform for fee payment and exemption requests. The move aims to manage tourist numbers and raise awareness of peak season and busy days, with fines for those evading payment. The initiative also seeks to address issues such as overtourism and illegal rentals, with potential future plans for a sliding scale of fees.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Venice has announced the dates and prices for its entry fee, which will be implemented from April to July 2024. Day trippers will be required to pay a flat fee of 5 euros ($5.45) to enter the city between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Visitors will need to register online to obtain a QR code confirming payment or exemption. Exemptions include residents, people born in Venice, property owners, students, commuters, and those visiting on business or short-term study. Children under 14 and people with certified disabilities are also exempt. Fines for non-compliance range from 50 to 300 euros ($54 to $327) per person. The fee aims to manage tourist footfall and preserve the city's livability.