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The list of European cities that are now implementing tourist taxes continues to grow as communities battle the consequences of overtourism.

The latest to join the list is Aberdeen, Scotland — which has announced a visitor levy to begin on April 1, 2027.

Aberdeen City Council’s Finance and Resources Committee approved a 7% levy, according to a press release.

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The council shared the example of the average hotel room cost of about $80 — and, with implementation of the levy, nearly $6 extra dollars would be added to the room rate.

The tax is expected to bring in over $7 million for the city per year.

Alex McLellan, convener of the Finance

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