Overtourism, environmental degradation and global surge in inflation is putting pressure on tourist attractions to raise their prices to maintain operational costs.
These tourist destinations will now cost you more to visit. Credit: Canva
Get ready to shell out a little extra on your next vacation! Popular tourist destinations worldwide are implementing entry fees and price hikes in 2024. Here’s a glimpse at some of the places that will now cost you more to visit:
Mount Fuji, Japan. Credit: Canva
Mount Fuji, Japan
Mount Fuji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, faces the challenge of balancing its accessibility with the need for responsible tourism and environmental protection. To strike a balance, hikers will be charged ¥2,000 (approximately INR 1100) to access the Yoshida Trail above the Fifth Station, which is roughly halfway to the summit. In addition to the entry fee, a daily cap of 4,000 hikers will be imposed on the Yoshida Trail. This measure aims to reduce congestion, alleviate overcrowding on narrow paths, and improve overall safety for all climbers.
Plaza de España. Credit: Canva
Plaza de España, Spain
Seville’s famed Plaza de España is known for its ornate architecture, but the destination is considering charging tourists visiting the Plaza de España to manage the high visitor volume. Mayor Jose Luis Sanz shared the plan, proposing closure of the plaza and introducing a fee for tourists to support its upkeep and security. The plaza, a popular cultural hub in Seville, hosts various events such as concerts and serves as a filming location. This is part of a broader trend in Europe to manage overcrowding at popular landmarks.
The Louvre, France. Credit: Canva
The Louvre, France
The Louvre museum in Paris plans to increase its basic entrance fee by 29% next year, raising concerns about rising costs for visitors, particularly with the upcoming Olympic Games. The world-renowned museum, home to the Mona Lisa, announced that starting in January, the entrance fee will rise from 17 euros to 22 euros ($23.70), marking its first price hike since 2017. The Louvre stated that the increase will help cover rising energy expenses and support free entry for specific groups such as those under 18, teachers, and journalists.
Walt Disney World, USA. Credit: Canva
Walt Disney World, USA
Even the happiest place on Earth isn’t immune to price hikes. The Florida resort recently opened bookings for most of 2025, revealing an increase in the starting price of next year’s theme park tickets. One-day, one-park tickets for 2025 will start at $119 for guests over age 9, up from $109 this year for select dates at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This price adjustment aligns with current ticket prices at Universal Orlando Resort.