{"id":158586,"date":"2025-07-27T09:51:47","date_gmt":"2025-07-27T09:51:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/a-jeweler-in-venice-expresses-frustration-over-tourists-who-dont-spend-money-and-wander-around-aimlessly-no-one-stops-to-look-at-my-display-i-would-charge-a-tourist-fee-of-100-euros\/"},"modified":"2025-07-27T09:51:49","modified_gmt":"2025-07-27T09:51:49","slug":"a-jeweler-in-venice-expresses-frustration-over-tourists-who-dont-spend-money-and-wander-around-aimlessly-no-one-stops-to-look-at-my-display-i-would-charge-a-tourist-fee-of-100-euros","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/a-jeweler-in-venice-expresses-frustration-over-tourists-who-dont-spend-money-and-wander-around-aimlessly-no-one-stops-to-look-at-my-display-i-would-charge-a-tourist-fee-of-100-euros\/","title":{"rendered":"A jeweler in Venice expresses frustration over tourists who don’t spend money and “wander around aimlessly”: “No one stops to look at my display. I would charge a tourist fee of 100 euros.”"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Venice has long predicted its sinking, but continues to attract tourists, maybe even for that announcement. (Andrea Warnecke\/DPA)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Venice: A City Overwhelmed by Tourists<\/h2>\n

Every summer, Venice<\/b> is inundated with tourists, leading to unrelenting crowds in its narrow streets. Locals like Setrak Tokatzian<\/b>, the president of the Association Piazza San Marco<\/b>, express deep frustration. They lament the changes that tourism has wrought on their city, transforming the experience for visitors and consultants alike. Tokatzian operates a well-known jewelry store in the famed piazza, and he claims that the once-vibrant local retail environment has all but disappeared, overtaken by fleeting tourist traffic.<\/p>\n

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Tourists in Venice. EFE\/ DANIEL DAL ZENNARO<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

The Impact of Mass Tourism on Local Businesses<\/h2>\n

According to Tokatzian, current conditions have transformed Venice into what he describes as a “state of calamity.”<\/b> He believes that the historic charm of the city has been compromised by the sheer volume of tourists. “A Venice so crowded at least in decades of commercial activity,” he lamented during an interview with Italian media outlet Il Corriere della Sera<\/i>.<\/p>\n

The overwhelming presence of tourists, especially those arriving in large buses, makes it difficult for local businesses to thrive. Tokatzian notes that visitors often come in \u00a0“rivers of people”\u00a0 and traverse the city without clear direction. Many of these tourists engage in activities like gondola rides and hopping on water taxis, but they rarely support local shops, causing retail sales to plummet.<\/p>\n

A Call for Regulatory Changes<\/h2>\n

In response to the adverse effects of unregulated tourism, Tokatzian advocates for significant changes to the city’s tourism management. He suggests a \u00a0hefty entry fee of 100 euros\u00a0 for tourists to help curb the massive influx. Currently, the city’s “toll” stands at 5 euros if booked in advance and 10 euros for last-minute reservations. While these amounts are manageable, they do little to control the overwhelming number of visitors pouring into Venice.<\/p>\n

Many locals now observe families sharing a single plate of pasta or drink, as people increasingly avoid spending money on essential goods during their visit. Tokatzian questions the absence of engaged tourists\u2014those genuinely interested in experiencing and contributing to the local economy. “Where is the attractive people, the one who is interested in the city?” he asks rhetorically, reflecting widespread concern among Venetians.<\/p>\n

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Tourists walk along a street in Venice, Italy, on September 13, 2023. (Photo Ap\/Luca Bruno, Archive)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Street Vendors and Illegal Sales: The Daily Struggles of Locals<\/h2>\n

Tokatzian also expressed outrage over the growing phenomenon of illegal street sales<\/b> that undermine legitimate businesses. He highlights how illegal vendors thrive by selling pigeon food, while established retailers suffer. “We, who are in order, do not sell anything and see illegal walkers making hundreds of euros a day in black. Do you think it is fair?” he questions, emphasizing the growing disparity between regulated businesses and those operating outside the law.<\/p>\n

This situation in Venice is alarming, not only for its unique history and architecture but also for its cultural integrity. The challenges faced by those who call this city home are mounting, leading to an urgent need for a reevaluation of how tourism is managed in Venice.<\/p>\n

In conclusion, the troubles facing Venice underscore a critical need for new approaches to tourism. As local residents voice their concerns over the economic impact of mass tourism, it becomes clear that both regulatory action and community engagement are essential for preserving the city’s cultural heritage and supporting local businesses in the years to come.<\/p>\n


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