Venice has become the first city in the world to introduce an access charge to try to control the number of tourists trampling over its fragile streets.

The system went into effect at 8.30am on Thursday with checks carried out in a relaxed atmosphere at the city’s railway station and other major access points for arrivals.

Day-trippers are required to book and pay €5 for a QR code giving access to the city. Children under 14 and people in town for professional reasons are exempt.

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