Italy adds a 2-euro ticket to get closer to Trevi Fountain
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Feb 2 Evening
‘This is history, it should be free’: Rome’s €2 Trevi fountain fee divides opinion
Rome has implemented a €2 access fee to visit the Trevi Fountain's basin area between 9 AM and 10 PM on weekends and 11:30 AM and 10 PM on weekdays. The fee aims to manage crowds, preserve the fountain, and generate funds for its upkeep and other monuments. While many tourists readily paid the fee on its first day, some expressed disapproval. Roman residents, children under six, and people with disabilities are exempt. City officials anticipate the fee will generate €6.5 million annually, allowing for better tourism management and preservation of historical sites. The funds will be invested back into the fountain and other monuments in the Italian capital.
'Pay and smile' - Rome visitors face Trevi Fountain charge
Rome has implemented a €2 fee to access the viewing area of the Trevi Fountain. The new charge, which had previously been free, aims to control tourist numbers and generate revenue for the fountain's maintenance. Located in Rome, Italy, the Trevi Fountain is a popular tourist destination. While some visitors anticipate the fee will improve the viewing experience by reducing overcrowding, others are less enthusiastic but resigned to the added cost. The fee is now in effect for all visitors wishing to access the immediate viewing area of the iconic landmark.
Italy’s Trevi Fountain introduces entry fee to combat overcrowding
To combat overcrowding and raise funds, Italy's Trevi Fountain implemented a new ticketing system on Monday, charging visitors a two-euro entry fee. The iconic Rome landmark, known for its appearance in "La dolce vita," has suffered from dense crowds, making it difficult for tourists to view and photograph the fountain. The new system aims to provide a less congested experience, allowing visitors to better appreciate the Baroque masterpiece. Tourists have expressed satisfaction with the improved access and photo opportunities despite the fee. The Trevi Fountain joins a growing list of tourist sites introducing charges to manage visitor numbers and generate revenue.
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Italy is adding a 2-euro ticket to get closer to the Trevi Fountain.
The new fee will cost visitors two euros ($2.36) to get close enough to toss coins.
Italy’s Trevi Fountain launched a new ticketing system on Monday.
The entry fee to access the Trevi Fountain area is two-euro (US$1.68).
The ticketing system aims to raise funds and battle overcrowding.