What is the "Self-appointed guides at the Cathedral rooftop" scam in Leon?

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At the UNESCO-listed Leon Cathedral, the white-domed rooftop has a small official side ticket booth charging about US$3, but unofficial 'guides' loiter near the entrance offering to take payment, escort you up, or give a tour, then press for an inflated fee or tip beyond the real ticket price. Pay only at the official ticket booth on the north side of the cathedral, decline unsolicited escorts, and agree any genuine guide's fee in advance rather than at the top.

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Self-appointed guides at the Cathedral rooftop

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