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EPISODE · Feb 6, 2026 · 5 MIN

Rome's most celebrated public space now costs €2 for admission

from Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast

The Trevi fountain in the Italian capital has been overrun by tourists for many years, and now the Roman authorities are seeking to impose some order. But top Rome cultural guide James Hill is unimpressed.This podcast is free, as is Independent Travel's weekly newsletter. Sign up here to get it delivered to your inbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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