Venice to Double Tourist Entry Fee in 2025 After Pilot Scheme
TL;DR
Venice's pilot program charging day-trippers an entrance fee raised $2.2 million but failed to deter visitors, according to opponents. Despite the revenue, critics argue the tax did not alleviate overcrowding or improve livability for residents. The city plans to continue and possibly increase the levy, while concerns grow over surveillance and data privacy.
- Venice nets $2.2 million in day-tripper tax pilot. Opponents say it failed to deter visitors The Associated Press
- Venice entry tax failed to deter tourists, critics say Al Jazeera English
- Venice set to change entry charge in 2025 after results of pilot scheme The Independent
- Venice announces its tourist tax will increase in 2025. Here's how the trial went. USA TODAY
- Venice set to double tourist entry fee in 2025 Wanted in Rome
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