New Delhi, May 27 -- From January 2026, non-European tourists will need to pay 30 euros ( Rs.2,900) to enter the Louvre Museum in Paris. This new pricing rule is likely to apply to other popular sites like the Palace of Versailles, Arc de Triomphe, Chateau de Chambord and the Opera Garnier, Le Monde reported.

French authorities believe that international visitors, especially those travelling from far-off countries, will still pay to see iconic places or enjoy Paris views.

The plan aims to help cover rising costs and reduce pressure on government funding. At Versailles alone, non-EU visitors make up 42% of the 8 million annual tourists. The site regularly needs money for repairs.

French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed in January tha...