Venice begins trial of ticketing system for tourists
by @MichaelWestBiz
@MichaelWestBiz— 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 […]
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
The Washington Times—In world first, Venice to try out daily admission tickets for tourists. 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.
BBC News—Would you pay a tourist fee to enter Venice?. From Thursday visitors making a trip to the famous city at peak times will be charged a trial entrance fee.