Get ready, art lovers! The world-famous Louvre museum in Paris has decided to increase ticket prices by a whopping 45% for most visitors from outside the European Union. Starting 14 January 2026, tourists from countries like the US, UK, and China will have to shell out €32 ($37; £28) to see the museum's treasures. That's €10 more than before! Why the sudden hike? To raise between €15 million and €20 million annually to fund a big makeover and fix its security. The Louvre has been under fire since a daring October robbery where a gang stole jewelry worth $102 million and escaped in minutes! An official report revealed the museum’s security systems and old buildings are way behind the times. So, this price hike is all about keeping the Louvre safe and shiny. Non-EU tourists who come in groups with licensed guides will pay slightly less — €28. Last year, the museum welcomed nearly 9 million visitors, with over 10% from the US and about 6% from China. The crowd is huge, and many visitors complain about long queues and jam-packed rooms. French President Emmanuel Macron and the Louvre said in January they want to tackle this crowd problem. They also announced plans to move the Mona Lisa to a new spot because the current gallery squeezes visitors together so tightly that they get only seconds to admire Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece. But the changes don’t stop there! The Louvre will renovate many areas and add new things like toilets and restaurants — all costing hundreds of millions of euros. Recently, one gallery showing Greek ceramics had to close because of safety issues. After the robbery, it was found that the Louvre spent a lot more money on buying new art but very little on fixing and maintaining the building. Thanks to the new ticket prices from next year, the museum aims to finally upgrade its security and facilities, ensuring every visitor enjoys their trip safely and comfortably.