As of January 2026, non -European tourists will have to pay 30 euros ( £2 900) To the entrance to the Louvre Museum in Paris. Le Monde said that this new price rule is likely to apply to other popular places, such as the Versailles Palace, Arc de Trioomphe, Château de Chambord and Opera Garnier.
The French authorities believe that international visitors, especially those traveling from distant countries, will still pay for iconic places or enjoy Paris views.
The aim of the plan is to help cover rising costs and reduce pressure on government funding. In Versailles alone, visitors outside the EU make up 42 percent of 8 million annual tourists. The site regularly needs money to repair.
French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed in January that a new price model would be introduced. Foreigners outside the EU would pay more than Europeans, he said. Since 2027, this rule could adopt more museums and historical places.
However, it is not yet clear whether this rule also applies to people outside the EU living in France. Complete legal data are still expected.
Currently there are some schemes of discounts. EU citizens up to 26th flights are free of charge for EU citizens. The privilege is also inhabitants outside the EU if they have a valid EU residential card.
This new rule will only apply to tourist places owned and managed by the French government. It will include many of the country’s best attractions.
How much does it cost now?
Each museum or attraction in France decides on its own ticket prices and in all changes. This means that prices may vary depending on the place you visit. Any future increase is to manage each site.
Currently, a standard ticket for adults without discounts is 22 euros ( £2 131) In the Louvre. In Versailles it is 21 euros ( £2,034) for Château, 15 EUR ( £1 453) only for gardens or 32 euros ( £3 100) For full access including trianon.
Chambord charges € 19 ( £1 840) while Arc de Triomphe costs 16 euros ( £1 550) for access to the top. However, the base is free of charge for all.
Concionerie costs 13 euros ( £1 260) Although some exhibitions may have additional fees. Opera Garnier depends on the prices of the shows on the show and sitting ranging from 35 euros ( £3 390) to 175 euros ( £17 000).
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