Venice Collects Over 5 Million Euros From Tourist Entry Fees

Venice authorities have generated more than 5 million euros this season through entry fees imposed on day-trippers visiting the iconic Italian city. The fees, set between 5 and 10 euros, were applied on 60 selected peak days from April to July, with over 650,000 visitors paying the charge.

For the remainder of the year, day visitors can enter the city free of charge. Mayor Simone Venturini has proposed increasing the entry fees for next year to between 30 and 50 euros on days expected to see particularly high tourist numbers. However, the mayor lacks the sole authority to implement such an increase.

While the fees were introduced under a municipal regulation, the maximum amount is capped by national law. Therefore, Venturini must consult with the government in Rome. The fees aim to better manage mass tourism in the city, which is home to many unique attractions. Currently, about 50,000 people live in Venice's historic center, a number lower than the city's hotel beds.