Are you an explorer, travel blogger, or a company involved in the travel industry? It would be beneficial to study the most visited cities in the world. By doing so, you stay updated with the “hottest destinations” and “famous cities” lists, and thus gain valuable insight into what kind of experiences people seek, and where they are located.
A study by Mastercard has yielded the Global Destinations Cities Index ranks cities based on total international overnight visitor arrivals and cross-border spending.
The review puts Bangkok as the most visited city in the world, with approximately 22 million international visitors. More detailed studies reveal visitor patterns, such as an average of 4.7 nights stay and an average spending of USD $173 daily.
The famous Bali is also on the charts at the 19th spot, totalling 8.26 million international visitors. Its diverse regions and moody aesthetics prove to be popular among social media users; search for Bali on Instagram and you’ll be flooded with stunning photos.
Paris, a solid holiday destination, continues to lead alongside Bangkok and London in 2nd place. This stresses how visitors seek cities that offer business opportunities, varied attractions, and distinct cultures.
Rank | City | Total International Visitors |
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1 | Bangkok | 22.78 Million Visitors |
2 | Paris | 19.10 Million Visitors |
3 | London | 19.09 Million Visitors |
4 | Dubai | 15.93 Million Visitors |
5 | Singapore | 14.67 Million Visitors |
6 | Kuala Lumpur | 13.79 Million Visitors |
7 | New York | 13.60 Million Visitors |
8 | Istanbul | 13.40 Million Visitors |
9 | Tokyo | 12.93 Million Visitors |
10 | Antalya | 12.41 Million Visitors |
11 | Seoul | 11.25 Million Visitors |
12 | Osaka | 10.14 Million Visitors |
13 | Makkah | 10 Million Visitors |
14 | Phuket | 9.89 Million Visitors |
15 | Pattaya | 9.44 Million Visitors |
16 | Milan | 9.10 Million Visitors |
17 | Barcelona | 9.09 Million Visitors |
18 | Palma de Mallorca | 8.96 Million Visitors |
19 | Bali | 8.26 Million Visitors |
20 | Hong Kong SAR | 8.23 Million Visitors |