Louvre Museum Increases Ticket Prices for Non-EU Tourists to Fund Renovations

The Louvre Museum in Paris is implementing a significant price increase for most non-European Union tourists, raising ticket prices by 45% to 32 euros. This change, effective Wednesday, aims to fund renovations and security amid challenges like strikes and overcrowding. French labor unions have criticized the move, arguing it compromises the museum's universal mission and creates unequal access to cultural heritage. Some categories, including visitors under 18 and certain European residents, will still be eligible for free admission.