Published 8 months ago

Venice rolls out day-tripper fee to try to regulate mass crowds on peak weekends

Venice will introduce a fee of €5 for day tourists entering the historic center on 29 designated days between April and July 2022, aiming to address overcrowding.
The fee applies to tourists aged 14 and over who are not staying overnight, with exemptions for residents, those born in Venice, and visitors with hotel reservations.
By incentivizing visitors to avoid high-traffic periods, Venice hopes to manage tourism, improve the quality of life for residents, and preserve the city's delicate environment.

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