Venice has long been a landmark in Italy, often referred to as a museum. Now, to visit the city, tourists will need to purchase an entrance ticket. This proposal was put forward by Venice Mayor Luigi Brugnaro.
According to Under this proposal, which is being studied by the city council, travelers who decide to visit Venice only once will be required to pre-order a pass. In other words, to travel from the mainland to the island, they will need to present a special pass. Failure to do so will result in a fine of €100 to €450.
According to the announcement, the cost of such a pass will vary depending on the season: €6 during normal times, €8 during peak season, and up to €10 on popular days. This tax is expected to be introduced on January 1, 2022. For now, the city mayor has suggested tourists use a "single ticket," which costs €3.
"We're trying to regulate the flow of tourists, making the city more comfortable for everyone. Entry into the city won't be completely banned, but those who don't book entry will have more difficulty getting in. The proceeds from the collection will go toward cleaning the city streets, clearing canals, and repairing pavements. Currently, these costs are largely borne by local residents," Luigi Brugnaro said, according to TASS.
Incidentally, this fee will only apply to "one-day tourists" who do not stay in hotels and do not pay the tourist tax. Hotel guests, residents of the city and the Veneto region, homeowners in Venice, university students, and employees commuting daily from neighboring Mestre will be exempt from the entry fee.
It's also worth noting that this idea has already received support from many in the hotel industry. For example, according to the Venetian Hotel Owners Association, day tourists account for 70% of all visitors, while the revenue from their stay is no more than 30%. It's worth noting that the city's mayor previously attempted to regulate the number of tourists by installing turnstiles in the city center, but this approach was unsuccessful.
Source: trn-news.ru