World Tourism Day: Top 10 Most-Visited Countries in the World

Sep 27, 2023, 09:03 IST

Trisha Pathak

France: 48.4 million visitors

France encompasses medieval cities, alpine villages, and Mediterranean beaches. Whenever you visit France, don't forget to visit the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Palace of Versailles.

Mexico: 31.9 million visitors

Visitors are attracted to Mexico's beach destinations and its cultural tourism. Chichén Itzá, Tulum and Museo Nacional de Antropología are some must-visit tourist destinations in Mexico.

Spain: 31.2 million visitors

Spain has a diverse geography and culture. It is home to the infamous Royal Palace of Madrid, Prado Museum, and La Sagrada Familia.

Turkey: 29.9 million visitors

Located at the juncture of Southeast Europe and West Asia, Turkey has beautiful tourist sites like the Hagia Sophia, The Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace Museum.

Italy: 26.9 million visitors

Italy offers delicious food and is home to tourist destinations of historical importance and serene views. The Colosseum, Pantheon and Trevi Fountain are some of the most-visited places in Italy.

United States: 22.1 million visitors

The United States has iconic tourist destinations like the Golden Gate Bridge, Yellowstone National Park, and the Statue of Liberty. Times Square in New York is one of the busiest places in the country.

Greece: 14.7 million visitors

Greece, often called the cradle of Western civilisation, attracts several tourists due to its historical significance. From the Acropolis of Athens to the blue beaches in Santorini, Greece has something for everyone.

Austria: 12.7 million visitors

Although Austria is a landlocked country in Europe, it has some must-visit architectural works, like the Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and The Hofburg.

Germany: 11.7 million visitors

Germany is home to the Brandenburg Gate and Neuschwanstein Castle. The Cologne Cathedral was the most-visited tourist destination in the country last year.

United Arab Emirates: 11.5 million visitors

The United Arab Emirates attracts millions of visitors, mainly to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain are some of the favourite tourist destinations in the country.

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