Rome to Charge Tourists at Trevi Fountain

Visitors to Rome's famous Trevi Fountain will soon have to pay for access. City officials announced the new rule on Friday. Starting in February, tourists must pay a €2 fee to enter the immediate area around the fountain. The move aims to manage massive crowds. Rome's mayor stated the site has drawn an average of 30,000 people per day for most of this year. Officials hope the small charge will help control the number of visitors and fund maintenance. The Trevi Fountain is one of Italy's most iconic landmarks. The new system is set to begin on February 1.