In world first, Venice to try out daily admission tickets for tourists
by The Washington Times
The Washington Times— Tourists visiting the renowned UNESCO World Heritage site will be required to buy a $5.30 (5 euro) ticket. The initiative marks the first time such a measure has been enacted in Venice.
Tuoi Tre News Video—In world first, Venice to trial day tickets. Day visitors will for the first time have to buy a five-euro ($5.3) ticket
CNBC—Venice residents clash with riot police as city launches world’s first tourist entry fee. The pilot program means day-trippers to Venice, one of Italy's most picturesque and historic cities, will need to pay a charge of 5 euros (US$5.40).
@MichaelWestBiz—Venice begins trial of ticketing system for tourists. Tourists wishing to visit the Italian city of Venice will have to pay a fee for the first time as part of a trial to deter daytrippers at peak times. Day visitors will pay an $A8 access fee from 8.30am to 4pm (0630-1400 GMT) from Thursday unless they have an exemption. Residents of the Veneto […]