Edinburgh is considering a new tourist tax, potentially making it the first city in the UK to implement such a measure.

The Scottish capital is on track to introduce a tourist tax, positioning itself as the first UK city to take this step.

These additional fees, aimed at visitors to high-traffic destinations, are intended to address the negative impacts of overtourism.

Edinburgh is currently evaluating the potential benefits of a Transient Visitor Levy (TVL), also known as a tourist tax.

A Transient Visitor Levy (TVL) is described as an extra charge levied on visitors who stay overnight in paid accommodations, according to an explanation posted on the Edinburgh city government's website.

The council believes that implementing an Edinburgh Transient Visitor Levy (TVL) is crucial for securing future investments in the tourism sector, while also helping manage the effects of the city's tourism success on local services.

The next step in the process is for the Scottish Parliament members to approve the proposed bill.

Visitors who choose to camp instead of staying in hotels or bed-and-breakfasts will be exempt from the £2 daily fee, with a maximum charge of £14 for stays longer than a week, capped at seven days.

If the bill is approved, Edinburgh will join a growing number of destinations adopting tourist taxes to sustain infrastructure and offset the revenue loss from tourists who do not spend the night.

Venice, already struggling with the burden of overcrowding, has implemented measures to limit the number of visitors and create a separation between residents and tourists, aiming to preserve the quality of life for locals.

Last month, lawmakers on Bali, an Indonesian island, proposed a new bylaw to introduce a tourist tax. The funds generated would be used for beach cleanups and trash collection efforts.

The historic city of Bath, known for its Georgian architecture and association with Jane Austen, is also exploring the idea of a tourist tax. While local politicians support the measure, many in the hospitality industry worry that the tax could harm businesses by raising prices.