The Louvre Museum in Paris will significantly raise ticket prices for visitors from outside the European Union and the European Economic Area beginning 14 January 2026. The price increase, amounting to a 45 percent rise in the standard ticket, is intended to help finance extensive renovations and security improvements across the historic institution.
Under the new pricing structure, the cost of admission for non EU visitors will increase from 22 euros to 32 euros. Museum officials said the additional revenue will support a wide ranging modernisation plan that will unfold over the next six years.
The decision comes after recent events highlighted the need for stronger security measures and updated infrastructure. In October, valuable crown jewels were stolen from the museum, and a subsequent audit revealed vulnerabilities in surveillance systems as well as broader structural concerns that require urgent attention.
The Louvre plans to install new external security cameras, upgrade building systems and restore aging parts of the complex. The higher ticket prices are expected to generate between 15 million and 20 million euros per year to help fund these improvements.
The museum welcomed nearly nine million visitors last year, with close to three quarters coming from abroad. Because non EU tourists account for a large share of total visitors, the revised pricing will affect a significant portion of the museum’s audience.
Officials emphasized that the changes are part of a long term commitment to protect cultural heritage while enhancing visitor safety, comfort and overall experience.
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