The experts at Titan Travel have analysed which major cities have the most sights and landmarks to determine the best holiday destinations for tourists in 2024.
The top 10 destinations with the most sights and landmarks worldwide:
Rank | Destination | Country | Sights & landmarks* |
1 | Kyoto | Japan | 110.03 |
2 | Granada | Spain | 81.94 |
3 | San Francisco | United States | 65.53 |
4 | Florence | Italy | 64.70 |
5 | Prague | Czech Republic | 63.40 |
6 | Charleston | United States | 58.15 |
7 | Edinburgh | United Kingdom | 55.64 |
8 | Amsterdam | Netherlands | 50.85 |
9 | Washington, D.C. | United States | 41.16 |
10 | Rome | Italy | 38.60 |
*Per 100,000 people
Kyoto, Japan takes the crown as the number one destination for tourists in 2024, boasting over 110 sights and landmarks per 100,000 people. Home to the heart of traditional Japanese culture, Kyoto has an incredible array of popular attractions including the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Kinkakuji Temple and Nijo Castle.
Granada, Spain has the second highest number of tourist attractions, with 82 sights and landmarks per 100,000 people. The city offers numerous picturesque hotspots, such as the Mirador de San Nicolás and Catedral de Granada, as well as one of Spain’s most popular sights, The Alhambra.
San Francisco in the United States, ranks as the third-best tourist destination worldwide, offering nearly 66 sights and landmarks per 100,000 people. Located in California, the city offers a plethora of must-visit hotspots, such as the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, the Golden Gate Gardens and the captivating Alcatraz Island.
Further insights:
- Kyoto, Japan is named the best destination for five-star restaurants, with 97.83 per 100,000 people!
- Cusco, the former Peruvian capital of the Inca Empire, is the cultural capital with the most things to do, with 579.72 excursions per 100,000 people.
- Florenceoffers the most wine tours and tastings, with 60.06 per 100,000 people.