Starting January 14, 2026, non-European visitors to the Louvre museum will face a 45% price increase, paying an extra €32 ($34.24) for entry to the world-famous art collection.
The price adjustment, approved by the museum’s board, aims to address structural problems and fund the revamp of the world’s most visited museum, which welcomed over 8.7 million tourists last year.
American tourists, the largest group of foreign visitors, along with Chinese travelers ranking third, will feel the direct impact of this hike, as the Louvre seeks to balance operational costs with enhanced security measures.
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The museum’s move follows a major robbery in October, when a gang stole jewelry worth an estimated €88 million ($102 million) in just ten minutes, highlighting significant security weaknesses at the historic landmark.
Authorities revealed that previous funding had prioritized new art acquisitions over maintenance and restoration, prompting the need for increased revenue from non-EU visitors to strengthen safety and preserve priceless treasures.
The Louvre hopes the additional income, estimated at up to €20 million ($21.4 million) annually, will not only improve security but also support ongoing restoration, modernization, and visitor experience enhancements.