Venetians are struggling with a surge of tourists who visit briefly without supporting the local economy, commonly referred to as 'eat and flee' tourists. Starting Friday, an entrance fee will be enforced for 54 days to deter these day trippers. The fee, which is increased for last-minute permit seekers, aims to encourage more respectful tourism and reduce congestion in popular spots like the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, helping preserve Venice's unique delicate ecosystem.
This year, city officials have nearly doubled the number of days in which the fee will be enforced, aimed at curbing eat and flee tourism.
The entrance fee has been a good tool to explain to the world that Venice is unique and fragile, necessitating more respectful tourism.
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