2021 Venice tourist entry charge trial limited in reducing crowds; proposed 2025 increase to up to €10 based on demand.

Venice's tourist entry charge, introduced as a trial in 2021, had limited success in reducing crowds. The 5-euro charge for daytrippers on congested days will likely be raised to up to €10 in 2025, with prices varying based on demand, according to Michele Zuin, the city's finance councillor. The trial brought in €2 million and registered over 25,000 paying guests on some days.

July 12, 2024
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