"I don't think it was a very smart move. I have 24 people with me, the other 25 are over there," he said, pointing to a group just ahead. "It would be nicer to all be together instead, the first guide is doing the talking and I'm just making sure we don't lose each other." The new restrictions, which took effect on 1 August, are aimed at unclogging the city's narrow alleys and bringing the dwindling number of residents a smidgen of peace.
Those who break the rules risk fines of between â¬25 and â¬500 ($27-$546).
Giulia, a guide from Venice, is standing in the baking sun by St Mark's Square, ushering people towards a boat which will take them on a tour of Murano and Burano. She is equally exasperated.
"It's not easy to find guides to take care of more than one group we have a busload of 50 tourists but only one guide," she said. "It's early days but, much like the entrance fee, I doubt it will change a thing."
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