Tourist takes forbidden plunge at iconic landmark as visitors watch, stunned
A tourist from New Zealand caused a stir after diving into Rome's Trevi Fountain while fully clothed. The incident, which was filmed and shared on social media, drew significant backlash from viewers. Authorities fined the man nearly $600 and banned him from returning to the site due to his actions.
- ▪The tourist was filmed jumping into the Trevi Fountain as crowds watched.
- ▪He was fined €500, approximately $580, for his actions.
- ▪The Trevi Fountain is a popular landmark in Rome, known for its strict rules against entering the water.
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 20:50:23 -0400 |
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Travel Tourist takes forbidden plunge at iconic landmark as visitors watch, stunned Man from New Zealand was reportedly fined almost $600 and banned from returning By Kelly McGreal Fox News Published May 18, 2026 8:50pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Woman wades through historic fountain to fill water bottle A woman shocked tourists as she waded through Rome's historic Trevi Fountain to refill her water bottle. Security can be seen escorting the woman away from the site as she exits the fountain. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A tourist visiting Rome drew outrage and anger on social media after he dove into the city’s famous Trevi Fountain.
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