Italy has been one of the biggest holiday hotspots this summer, but Brits should take heed of some of the strict rules for tourists in place across the country.
We're talking everything from bans on bikinis to hefty fines of thousands of euros for rule-breakers.
Now, a flight attendant has revealed that Venice also has plenty of tourist rules in place, with fines for those who flout regulations including feeding pigeons and sitting in the wrong place.
Barbie, 29, from Argentina, works as a flight attendant for La Azafata and regularly shares her top travel tips and secrets with her three million followers on TikTok (@ barbiebac.ok ).
In a clip Barbie shared with her followers, which has already received over 7.4 million views and 564,400 likes, the influencer explores the canals of Venice, while warning users of hidden restrictions they may not be aware about.
She claims: “Do you know that in Venice you may be fined for doing this… It’s forbidden to dive into and swim in the canals. Fine 350 Euros.”
"It’s forbidden to sit on the floor, steps, monuments or the side of the canals. Not even to eat or drink. You can only sit down on benches. Fine 100 to 200 Euros."
"It’s forbidden to dump rubbish on the floor. Fine 350 Euros."
"It’s forbidden to feed seagulls or pigeons. Fine 25 to 500 Euros."
"It’s forbidden to ride a bike and roller skate. Fine 100 Euros.".
TikTok users have been quick to slam the various rules and regulations. “Everything is forbidden. I don't want to go anymore,” wrote one user, while another quipped that if "you look to the sky, 100-500 euros".
However, others argued that there could be benefits to try and keep visitors in check at the historic city.
One person wrote: "Perfect. Only that way a place is respected and preserved."
It's worth noting that from January next year, the city will be introducing a new tourist tax for day-trippers, with prices between three to ten Euros (£2.60 to £8.60).
The exact prices will depend on the season and whether they were booked in advance. Tourists will be given a QR code - and thosw who fail to show this could face a fine of €300 (£260).
The silver lining is that the rules for entering Italy have been eased in recent months, making holidays that little bit easier.
In fact, Italy has now scrapped all Covid restrictions so you don't need to show proof of vaccination or a negative test if you want to visit.
Do you agree with the tourist rules or do they put you off visiting Venice? Let us know in the comments below.
