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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Travel
Ziyad Jamal

Venice Is Charging Tourists a €5 Entrance Fee, Here's How You Can Get Exempted

Day trippers heading to Venice will currently be forced to pay an entrance charge of €5 (£4.30). (Credit: Mitja Juraja/Pexels)

Venice has become the world's first city to trial an entrance fee system for visiting tourists as they look to tackle overtourism.

Anyone looking to explore the famous Italian city must pay €5 (£4.30) to enter the area. However, you can avoid paying the entry fee if you stay overnight or for longer in the city, with proof of this needing to be submitted online to receive an exemption.

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