Carnival crowds and travel gridlock make life 'difficult' as social media users chime in

As travelers flock to Venice for the world-famous Carnival celebration, they may be in for a tight squeeze.

Three million people travel to Venice every year for the Venetian tradition, according to the website of the tourist group Walks of Italy.

"The city hasn't been this crowded since. It has made life for locals difficult," said Gazella. She said the crowding has increased travel times for local residents on weekends.  

The video amassed over 19,000 views - with users taking to the comments section to express their opinions.

"Nightmare. Worse than ever," wrote one user.

Another Tiktoker commented, "Waited 2 hours for a vaporetto from Ferrovia on Saturday morning, didn't even know it was Carnivale when we booked."

"It's a shame how massive tourism is making beautiful cities less and less enjoyable," said one man.

"Venice 365 days a year..." one woman joked. 

The city has been working to combat overtourism by announcing a change in tourist fees. 

Pino Parisi, a Connecticut-based Italian travel agent, said he sees more tourists than ever in Italy this year.

"Venice's tourist taxes [are] not preventing people from going to Venice. I don't think it is making a difference," said Parisi.

"Since I can remember, 'Il carnevale di Venezia' has been the most famous in all Italy," said Parisi.

The festival is held from Friday, Feb. 14, to Tuesday, March 4.