Malaga, one of Spain's top tourist destinations, has updated its tourism rules in order to curb inappropriate behavior by tourists.
Malaga, one of Spain's most popular summer destinations, welcomed around 14 million visitors in 2023, Euronews reported. But overtourism has become a nuisance for residents.
Activists say their hometown has turned into a theme park for tourists, and the post-pandemic tourism boom has also put locals in a difficult position by distorting the rental market and gentrifying the city center.
In response, Malaga's local council has updated its tourism rules and launched a poster campaign in both English and Spanish to remind visitors of appropriate and inappropriate behavior.
“No topless walking, no shouting, loud singing or music, sidewalks are for pedestrians, keep the city clean” and tourists who violate these rules will be fined up to 750 euros.