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Travel around the world quiz (20 Trivia questions)

• by Martina Kokesova
• January 21, 2021 December 30, 2021

How well do you really know the world? Test yourself with our travel around the world quiz. Put your knowledge to the test- it might be trickier than you think. GOOD LUCK!

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See how much you know about the famous places around the world with this fun travel quiz.

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This was a fun challenge and I learned some stuff! Just FYI #14 should say Ecuador not Peru

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50+ AMAZING Travel Quiz Questions and Answers

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Test yourself with these travel quiz questions and answers! From capital cities to geography, see how many of these travel questions you can get right!

Do you love travelling and think you know the world inside out? Do you think you can beat your friends and family to be crowned the ‘King or Queen of Travelling’? If you answered yes, then this is the ultimate travel quiz.

If you’re looking at hosting a fun quiz or having your friends over for a travel trivia night, these travel quiz questions and answers are perfect at testing your world knowledge and geography.

In this quiz you’ll find lots of questions on fun travel trivia, flag quiz questions, world geography trivia, and there’s even a travel picture quiz in there for you too.

I’ve always loved a good pub quiz, but recently I’ve been doing about 3 quizzes a week. Once thing I’ve quickly learned is I’m quite good at general knowledge but I really know my travel trivia questions. Whenever there’s a travel round my eyes light up.

I always feel that being a travel blogger I’ve got a bit of an unfair advantage when it comes to travel trivia, but hey, I’m not complaining. One of the reasons I love travelling so much is learning about different cultures and societies. I’ve always said travelling is the best education in the world because you just learn so much.

While I’ve been locked up inside I wanted to come up with these travel quiz questions and answers to test your world knowledge.

If you fancy hosting your own virtual quiz then hopefully you can use some of these questions. First of all, let’s see how many you can get right!

Also, if you enjoy this quiz, then make sure you take my Countries Quiz Questions here. This is one of my most popular quizzes so see how you can do! And this one is a bit more niche, but try and take on my USA Trivia Questions too.

If you’re looking for some other fun quizzes to do, then make sure you check out my other site Ultimate Quiz Questions . This site is packed with the world’s best quizzes on every topic, so enjoy!

And if you need a little inspiration or information, check out my other site Fun Facts About . This website is full of interesting facts that’ll blow your mind, so take a look now!

50 Travel quiz questions

1. There are two countries that are completely land-locked in South America – name one of them?

2. Which is the only US State to have a one syllable name?

3. What is the line of latitude 23.5° north of the Equator more commonly known as?

4. Which European capital was built on 14 islands?

5. In 1993, ‘Ayers Rock’ also became known by its Aboriginal name – what is this name?

6. Which island country in the southeastern Caribbean Sea is also known as the ‘Island of Spice’?

7. In which country is there a natural gas pit nicknamed the ‘Door to Hell’ that has been burning since 1971?

8. In which country would you find the currency ‘baht’?

9. If you were having a cocktail at Bodeguita del Medio in Havana , Cuba, what would you be drinking?

10. What is Europe’s most mountainous country?

11. Which lake is called the ‘jewel of the Italian lakes’?

12. In which country is the world’s highest waterfall?

13. Who were the first two people to summit Mount Everest in Nepal? (Half a point each!)

14. Which country has the longest coastline in the world?

15. Where would you find the Callanish ?

16. Which capital city has a name that means “good airs” in English?

17. What is the only country in the world to be ruled by an Emperor?

18. What island in San Francisco Bay was the site of an almost escape-proof prison?

19. What is the largest country in Africa?

20. Which capital city has the most Michelin stars in the world – London, Paris or Toyko?

21. Which two cities did the original Orient Express travel between? (Half a point each!)

22. What is the deepest lake in the world?

23. Which two countries are the Iguazu Falls part of? (Half a point for each!)

24. In 1976, Saigon in Vietnam changed its name to…?

25. What is the most southerly capital city in the world?

26. What’s the capital of Australia?

27. Which country has more lakes than the rest of the world combined?

28. Which river formed the Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA?

29. What is the only country in the world not to have a rectangular or square flag?

30. Which landlocked sea is 422m (1,385ft) below sea level?

31. How many islands does Australia have within its maritime borders – 82, 822, 8,222?

32. Germany’s flag is made up of what three colours?

33. By land area, which is the biggest state in the USA?

34. On which Caribbean island can you swim with pigs?

35. Which famous cocktail originated in the Raffles Hotel, Singapore?

Travel quiz: Picture round & flags

So, how many of these travel trivia questions do you think you got right? Did you find it easy or hard?

Right, it’s time for the answers. Fingers crossed you got more than 50%!

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Travel trivia: Questions and answers

1. What country is completely land-locked in South America? Bolivia or Paraguay . They are both landlocked despite right in the middle of South America.

2. Which is the only US State to have a one syllable name? Maine . This one was an easy one, right? If you want some more US Trivia Questions , open up this quiz and see how well you can do.

3. What is the line of latitude 23.5° north of the Equator more commonly known as? The Tropic of Cancer

4. Which European capital was built on 14 islands? Stockholm . The whole of Sweden actually has over 221,800 islands, making it the most in the world.

5. In 1993, ‘Ayers Rock’ also became known by its Aboriginal name, what is this name? Uluru . This is to respect the Aboriginal people as the custodians of the land.

6. Which island country in the southeastern Caribbean Sea is also known as the ‘Island of Spice’? Grenada . You can get some damn good rum from there too.

7. In which country is there a natural gas pit nicknamed the ‘Door to Hell’ that has been burning since 1971? Turkmenistan . Google the pictures, it’s crazy.

8. In which country would you find the currency ‘baht’? Thailand

9. If you were having a cocktail at Bodeguita del Medio in Havana, Cuba, what would you be drinking? A mojito . This drink was invented in this bar.

10. What is Europe’s most mountainous country? Switzerland

11. Which lake is called the ‘jewel of the Italian lakes’? Lake Como

12. In which country is the world’s highest waterfall? Venezuela

13. Who were the first two people to summit Mount Everest in Nepal? (Half a point each!) Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary . This is one of the harder travel trivia questions!

14. Which country has the longest coastline in the world? Canada

15. Where would you find the Callanish? The Isle of Harris in Scotland . You can read all about it here ! Basically, it is Scotland’s version of Stonehenge dating back thousands of years. It really is fascinating.

16. Which capital city has a name that means “good airs” in English? Buenos Aires in Argentina . Hopefully you knew that one.

17. What is the only country in the world to be ruled by an Emperor? Japan . The current emperor of Japan is Naruhito.

18. What island in San Francisco Bay was the site of an almost escape-proof prison? Alcatraz . Now you can take tours of Alcatraz to see what life would have been like in the prison.

19. What is the largest country in Africa? Algeria . This is one of those geography trivia questions that always comes up.

20. Which capital city has the most Michelin stars in the world – London, Paris or Toyko? Tokyo . I always think this question is quite surprising!

21. Which two cities did the original Orient Express travel between? (Half a point each!) Paris and Istanbul

22. What is the deepest lake in the world? Lake Baikal in Russia.

23. Which two countries are the Iguazu Falls part of? (Half a point for each!) Argentina and Brazil

24. In 1976, Saigon in Vietnam changed its name to…? Ho Chi Minh City . If you’re planning of visiting this city, you can check out my Vietnam packing list to help you on your way!

25. What is the most southerly capital city in the world? Wellington . This is such a beautiful city to visit.

26. What’s the capital of Australia? Canberra . Come on, you got this one, right? This is one of those travel questions and answers that a lot of people get wrong!

27. Which country has more lakes than the rest of the world combined? Canada

28. Which river formed the Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA? Colorado

29. What is the only country in the world not to have a rectangular or square flag? Nepal . This is a great road trip trivia question when you’re travelling with the family.

30. Which landlocked sea is 422m (1385ft) below sea level? The Dead Sea bordering Jordan and Israel. It’s the one where you can’t sink due to the high concentration of salt!

31. How many islands does Australia have within its maritime borders – 82, 822, 8,222? 8,222 . I visited one of them at Lord Howe Island last year. It’s definitely not what you’d expect but it’s incredibly beautiful!

32. Germany’s flag is made up of what three colours? Black, red and yellow . The same as Belgium but the lines are in a different configuration.

33. By land area, which is the biggest state in the USA? Alaska . This was the second last state to be incorporated into the United States of America in 1959.

34. On which Caribbean island can you swim with pigs? Bahamas . It sounds weird but it’s become such a popular tourist attraction these days. I just had to ask this in my vacation quiz!

35. Which famous cocktail originated in the Raffles Hotel, Singapore? The Singapore Sling

Travel trivia: Picture round answers

(Landmark = 1 point, capital city = 1 point)

1. Angkor Wat, Cambodia

2. Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy

3. Golden Gate Bridge, USA

4. Christ the Redeemer, Brazil

5. Taj Mahal, India

Travel quiz: Flag answers

(Flag= 1 point)

3. Colombia

4. South Africa

5. Thailand

In total there are 55 points up for grabs in this travel and tourism quiz. The question is, how many did you get? You can let me know in the comments below!

Did you enjoy my travel quiz questions and answers? If so, make sure you share it with your friends and family! Test them and see how they do. I bet you can beat them though.

And don’t forget you can take the Ultimate Countries Quiz and the ever popular Funny Quiz Questions . All you sports fans can take on my Sports Quiz too. If you enjoyed these questions from around the world, then you’ll love these quizzes too!

Also, make sure you check out our quizzes about Great Britain and England over on the Great British Bucket List. They’re really enjoyable too!

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52 out of 55. Decent quiz, I enjoyed that. Thought the Hell pit was in Uzbekistan for some reason. I thought the island of spice was Cuba… Idiot Knew Callanish was Scottish but answered as Ireland when doing the quiz.

That’s a great effort Craig, well done!

I didn’t do too well, but enjoyed it a lot. Just one small point: Germany’s flag is made up of the colours red, black and gold, not yellow. It dates back to the Prussian resistance against Napoleonic rule. Volunteer soldiers wore black uniforms with red buttons and golden trimmings. The colours became a symbol of freedom and nation. Thanks for the great quiz.

Thanks for the comment Jean. I’m glad you enjoyed the quiz, and it’s always good to have a bit more background information on Germany!

@Jean, Good photograph took. Thank you.

Santosh Saha

That was really fun idea. Although I didn’t do well on your test but it was actually really fun to learn new things about the world.

Hope to see your coming blog. Thanks for the post.

@Pradip Karki, Send me more quizzes. Thank you.

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A Journey to Tourist Attractions Around the World Quiz

Tourism is a major source of income for many towns, states and countries across the globe. some oft-visited sites are fairly recent, while some have been around for centuries. let's do a little arm-chair sightseeing, shall we.

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TRAVEL QUIZ – Identify these 15 Tourist Attractions in the world’s Safest Countries

TRAVEL DESTINATIONS QUIZ

Have you ever woke up in the morning and suddenly realized that your life is pretty dull, that new phase of your life has already faced into a big boring routine?

We all face a time when things like work, hobbies, relationships, or goals that no longer excite you or make you happy. Sometimes we are just going to feel down or lost. It’s just human nature, we all have to take care of our jobs, parents or children, and live the life doing same things over and over again, that makes us tired and bored eventually.

And that is the moment we need to take a break, setting out on a solo trip is a good way to mentally and physically distance away from the daily obligations, to shake off all the responsibilities from your shoulder and escape from your present boring life.

Traveling solo is not as intimidating as many may think. Being alone freed you up, you don’t have to meet the expectations set by others and focus more on your own interests. You are entirely up to you, free to do whatever you want when you want to do it, there’s no need to compromise to keep any companion happy.

Traveling alone allows you to pause the constant whir of thoughts and hustle of demands. When you find the calmness of mind and have a better sense of yourself. And only then you will find out what you are truly passionate about.

While you’re on the solo journey, you can be more flexible on the plan of your trip. When the desire hits you, you can be spontaneous and just do what you want to do. Going to a museum, walking in a park, hiking in the mountain or just laying on the beach and do nothing.

Traveling solo certainly sounds scary especially when you’ve never done it before. Simple things such as getting from the airport to your hotel; navigating the streets; booking a day tour; making yourself understood by locals despite the language barrier. Everything you do takes a lot more efforts in a foreign land and you are entirely up to you.

But when you finish your journey and look back at what you’ve accomplished on the solo trip. You will find your independence and confidence. The first solo travel can be an eye-opener for you and might encourages you to travel more. There are so many sites that are excited to see, so many tours that sound interesting, so many foods you should try and so many experiences to have. Don’t let the fear stops you,

If you are still scared of solo travel, don’t worry we’ve got your back. Here we have collected 15 pictures of iconic sights from the safest countries to travel in the world. Take this TRAVEL QUIZ, let’s see if you can recognize all these 15 Tourist Attractions and name the countries they belong to.

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100 Famous Landmarks Quiz Questions and Answers

From France’s Eiffel Tower to China’s Forbidden City , this planet of ours is almost littered with iconic landmarks; all the epic monuments and world-famous places that top everyone’s travel bucket list. But, how much do you know about them? And would it stand the ultimate test? If you’re looking to run your own quiz night (virtual or otherwise), we’ve put together 100 fantastic famous landmarks quiz questions and answers.

Use these ten rounds of ten free quiz questions to quiz your friends, family or even colleagues. And, what’s more, you could deliver this at a ‘real’ pub quiz, or just in your virtual quiz night, held on platforms like Skype, Zoom or House Party.

Want to help your participants along? You could always get a few free photos and create a presentation, to give them some visual aids and make it a famous landmarks picture quiz!

Ready to meander around the world through its monuments? Let’s get your trivia quiz night started!

Quiz Rounds

Easy Famous Landmarks Quiz Questions and Answers

It’s always worth kickstarting a quiz with a slightly simple round. So we’ve put together ten easy quiz questions and answers, all related to some of the world’s most well-known monuments:  

1. Name the mausoleum in Agra that is one of the most famous landmarks in India.

2. What is the tallest mountain on earth?

3. The Eiffel Tower can be found in which European capital city?

4. Queen Elizabeth’s main London residence is in what famous landmark?

5. The Statue of Liberty was a gift to America from which country?

6. In which country would you find the last standing original 7 Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid of Giza?

7. Christ the Redeemer is a statue which looks over which city?

8. What landmark in Rome was said to have seated more than 50,000 fans, all vying for blood?

9. What famous landmark has a length of approximately 21,000km and meets the Bohai Sea at the Shanhai Pass?

10. In which country would you find Chichen Itza?

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Easy Famous Landmarks Quiz Round – Answers

• Mount Everest
• Buckingham Palace
• Rio de Janeiro
• The Colosseum
• The Great Wall of China

World Famous Landmarks Quiz Questions and Answers

Sticking with the trend of global renown, keep ‘em guessing with this round focussed on some of the planet’s most popular landmarks. Whether it’s the iconic Hollywood sign or the rediscovered temple of Angkor Wat in captivating Cambodia, here are ten questions about famous landmarks from around the world: 

1. What temple complex outside Siem Reap is also represented on the national flag of the country you would find it in?

2. What is the name of the huge palace complex in Beijing which used to be home to the Emperor of China?

3. What is the name of the rectangular park in New York that is a famous landmark?

4. What iconic bridge is located next to the Tower of London?

5. The Nazca Lines are in which country?

6. What is the name of the Benedictine Monastery in Normandy, built in the 8th century and sits in a bay of the same name? 

7. The Bund is a landmark in which city?

8. The Great Sphinx sits guard over what other famous landmarks?

9. In what country would you find the Wadi Rum?

10. A famous suburb in Los Angeles, what is the name of the giant sign that spells out this area?

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World Famous Landmarks Quiz Round Answers

• The Forbidden City
• Central Park
• Tower Bridge
• Mont Saint-Michel
• The Pyramids

Did you know? The Hollywood sign was originally put up as a way to improve property sales of the housing development above the Hollywood district… so people knew where it was. And it actually spelled out Hollywoodland!

Landmarks in Africa Quiz Questions and Answers

Done with the general knowledge? Get your participants to dive a little deeper into the continents, starting with Africa. With many a natural landmark worthy of mention, let’s see how they do in naming some of the most popular landmarks in Africa.

1. What waterfall on the Zambezi River makes up part of the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia?

2. What is the name of the largest hot desert in the world ?

3. Kilimanjaro is located in which country?

4. One of the most famous landmarks in Africa, the Great Mosque of Djenne is found in which country?

5. What is the name of the mountain that watches over Cape Town?

6. Zuma Rock is a natural landmark just outside Abuja, but what country is it in?

7. What is the name of the longest river in the world?

8. Which valley, and famous landmark, is home to 63 tombs, most notably that of Tutankhamun?

9. What is the name of the island on which Nelson Mandela was prisoner for 18 of his 27 years behind bars?

10. The second largest canyon in the world, and largest in Africa is Namibia’s most famous landmark, but what is its name?

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Landmarks in Africa Quiz Round Answers

• Victoria Falls
• Table Mountain
• Valley of the Kings
• Robben Island
• Fish River Canyon

Landmarks in Europe Quiz Questions and Answers

Jumping from Senegal to Switzerland, it’s Europe’s turn in this epic famous landmark quiz questions and answers rundown. From geographical landmarks in Italy to the more obscure questions on Icelandic waterfalls, here are ten of the best famous landmarks quiz questions and answers about Europe:

1. La Sagrada Familia is a famous landmark of Spain. In which city is it located?    

2. What is the name of the castle that inspired Walt Disney to create Cinderella’s Castle in the 1950 movie?               

3. The Matterhorn is a famous landmark located in which country?

4. In which landmark would you find the Mona Lisa?

5. Pulpit Rock is an amazing sight, above the Fjords of which country?

6. Gulfoss is the most famous landmark and waterfall in which country?

7. Which German landmark was pulled down, to scenes of mass celebration, in November 1991? 

8. What famous bridge, with a male name, spans the Vtlava River in Prague?

9. The Acropolis is located in which capital city?

10. Michelangelo famously painted the ceiling of which European landmark?

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Landmarks in Europe Quiz Round Answers

• Neuschwanstein Castle
• Switzerland
• The Berlin Wall
• Charles Bridge
• Sistine Chapel

Interesting fact: The Sistine Chapel is not only a hugely famous landmark and popular tourist attraction, it is also the private chapel of the Pope!

Landmarks in the UK Quiz Questions and Answers

Do your contestants know anything about natural landmarks in the UK, or some of Britain’s most beautiful buildings? Test that assumption with this cracking round of ten questions about UK landmarks:

1. What exactly is the landmark Big Ben? 

2. The Angel of the North is a landmark designed by which famous artist?

3. Name the area of around 40,000 basalt columns, created by a volcanic eruption in County Antrim.

4. What is the name of the tallest building (as of 2020) in London?

5. Which Emperor created the wall that runs across England to separate the Romans from the barbarians?

6. Durdle Door is a natural limestone arch in which English county?

7. The Millennium Wheel is better known as what?

8. What landmark in Lancashire was inspired by the Eiffel Tower?

9. What is the name of the UK’s tallest peak?

10. Stonehenge can be found in which English county?

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Landmarks in the UK Quiz Round Answers

• The nickname of the Great Bell in the Clock Tower, now called the Elizabeth Tower
• Anthony Gormley
• Giant’s Causeway
• The London Eye
• Blackpool Tower

US Landmarks Quiz Questions and Answers

From one United to another, this round is focussed all on the good ol’ United States of America, where you’ll ask your participants to name a famous landmark (or ten) from the USA:

1. The Half Dome and El Capitan are landmarks within which National Park?

2. Over millions of years, the Colorado River has formed what enormous landmark in the US state of Arizona?

3. The Golden Gate Bridge is a landmark found in which United States city? 

4. Once the tallest dam in the world, what is the name of the dam completed in Black Canyon in 1937?

5. Built for the 1962 World Fair in Seattle, what is the name of the futuristic looking building that dominates the city skyline?

6. The tallest building for almost 40 years when it was opened in 1931, the Empire State Building is found in which city?

7. Name the four US Presidents that make up the iconic Mount Rushmore landmark.

8. Name the former prison that was the key location for the film The Rock , starring Sean Connery, Nicolas Cage and Ed Harris.

9. Also known as ‘The Bean’ what is the name of the stunning silver sculpture and Chicago landmark, created by Sir Anish Kapoor?

10. Which National Park is the oldest in the USA, and is home to Old Faithful, a geyser?

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USA Landmarks Quiz Round Answers

• The Grand Canyon
• San Francisco
• Seattle Space Needle
• Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt, and Lincoln
• The Cloud Gate
• Yellowstone

Did you know? Not only is Yellowstone the oldest National Park in the United States, it is also believed to be the oldest anywhere in the world, having been granted the status by Ulysses S Grant in 1872.

South American Landmarks Quiz Questions and Answers

From the North to the South, this round takes you to the beautiful continent of South America. With iconic landmarks like Machu Picchu and the world’s highest waterfall nestled in the folds of Venezuela, the continent is full of beautiful sights, all perfect for a quiz on famous geographical landmarks!

1. What is the name given to the most southerly point in South America?

2. The Galapagos Islands were studied by which famous English Naturalist, who wrote the important works On the Origin of Species ?

3. In which country would you find the highest waterfall in the world, Angel Falls?

4. What incredible natural landmark is often referred to as the ‘lungs of our planet’?

5. The driest place on earth in northern Chile is known as what desert?

6. In which country would you find the famous landmark Machu Picchu?

7. What is the name of the massive waterfall on the Brazil and Argentina border?

8. The highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, has the border of which two countries running through it?

9. What island in the Pacific Ocean is better known for its huge stone statues?

10. Salar de Uyuni is the world’s largest what?

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South American Landmarks Quiz Round Answers

• Charles Darwin
• Amazon Rainforest
• The Atacama
• Iguazu Falls
• Peru and Bolivia
• Easter Island

Landmarks in Asia Quiz Questions and Answers 

Need a few more free trivia questions? Why not use this round all about Asia’s awesome structures? Whether it’s Thai temples or Singaporean Supertrees, we’ve put together ten brilliant famous landmark quiz questions about Asia:

1. Name the area in China which was the inspiration for James Cameron’s Hallelujah Mountains in his blockbuster film Avatar ?

2. The White Temple, Blue Temple and Black House are all important landmarks in which Thai city?

3. Where would you find the largest square in the world? It is flanked by a palace and important museums. 

4. If you were climbing up the Petronas Towers, in which city would you be?

5. Nicknamed the T-Rex because of its shape, and having recent Instagram stardom, what is the name of the landmark on Nusa Penida in Indonesia?

6. In which city would you find the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum?

7. Singapore is littered with stunning landmarks, but what is the name of the landmark in which the Supertree Grove and Cloud Forest both can be found?

8. What volcano is also the highest mountain in Japan?

9. The Terracotta Warriors are a major landmark near which Chinese city, which is often touted as the start (or end) of the Silk Road?

10. What is the name of the Rock Fortress, not far from the Dambulla Caves in Sri Lanka?

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Landmarks in Asia Quiz Round Answers 

• Zhangjiajie (or Wulingyuan Scenic Area)
• Beijing (Tiananmen Square)
• Kuala Lumpur
• Kelingking Beach
• Gardens by the Bay

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Middle East Landmarks Quiz Questions and Answers

It’s the region known for making its mark in the record books: the Middle East. Boasting the world’s tallest building and some of the globe’s most Instagrammable spots, this penultimate landmarks quiz round is all focussed on landmarks in the Middle East.

1. Opened in 2010, which building became the tallest in the world, at an astonishing 829.8m?

2. The amazing landmark of Petra, where stunning buildings have been carved into the rock, is in which Middle East country?

3. The Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia can be found in which city, formerly known as Constantinople?

4. Mecca can be found in which country?

5. The UNESCO World Heritage site of Naqsh-e Jahan Square is located in which country?

6. In what country would you be if you were looking at the Tower of David?

7. What is the name of the UNESCO World Heritage ruins that were badly damaged by ISIS, that can be found to the east of Homs?

8. What is the name of the town in Turkey made famous by Instagram for stunning rooftop photos filled with hot air balloons?

9. Famous for its high salt content that allows you to float, the Dead Sea has shores on which two countries?

10. Dome of the Rock, located on Temple Mount can be found in which city?

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Middle East Landmarks Quiz Round Answers

• Burj Khalifa
• Saudi Arabia
• Israel & Jordan

Landmarks in Oceania Quiz Questions and Answers

Last, but definitely not least, we move further afield to the lands of Hobbits and harbours, to the region that is home to the world’s largest living organism, Oceania!

1. Named after the home of an insect, what is the name of the building that houses the Executive Wing of the New Zealand parliament in Wellington?

2. Jorn Utzon designed the winning entry of an international design competition – what was the famous landmark that was built on that design? 

3. What is the famous landmark Uluru also known as?

4. What is the name of the highest peak in New Zealand?

5. With a famous National Day in New Zealand named after this town, and where the treaty was signed between the Maori and European settlers, what is the name of the famous landmark?

6. Able to be seen from space, and the world’s largest living organism, what is the name to the region off the coast of Queensland?

7. Built on a farm on New Zealand’s North Island as a filming location, which now very famous tourist destination includes the Green Dragon Pub?

8. Part of the Great Ocean Road, what is the name of the landmark given to the craggy limestone rock formations, of which there are only now 7 left?

9. The tallest building in the southern hemisphere at 328m tall (as of 2020), what is the name of this major Auckland landmark?

10. What Australian landmark is nicknamed ‘The Coat Hanger’?

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Landmarks in Oceania Quiz Round Answers

• The Beehive
• The Sydney Opera House
• The Great Barrier Reef
• The Twelve Apostles
• The Sky Tower
• Sydney Harbour Bridge

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Great Pyramid of Giza: Giza, Egypt

Eiffel Tower: Paris, France

Hollywood Sign: Los Angeles, California

Berlin Wall Memorial's East Side Gallery: Berlin, Germany

La Sagrada Familia: Barcelona, Spain

Grand Palace: Bangkok, Thailand

Mount Fuji: Shizuoka, Japan

Tower of London: London, England

The Strip: Las Vegas, Nevada

Neuschwanstein Castle: Bavaria, Germany

Ubud: Bali, Indonesia

Burj Khalifa: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Statue of Liberty: New York, New York

Oriental Pearl TV Tower: Shanghai, China

Colosseum: Rome, Italy

The Matterhorn: Zermatt, Switzerland

Blue Mosque: Istanbul, Turkey

Victoria Harbour: Hong Kong

Library of Celsus: Ephesus, Turkey

Times Square: New York, New York

Buckingham Palace: London, England

Leaning Tower of Pisa: Pisa, Italy

Forbidden City: Beijing, China

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Rosetta Stone, British Museum: London, England

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Disneyland Resort: Anaheim, California

Tulum: Mexico

Gyeongbokgung Palace: Seoul, South Korea

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Walt Disney World Resort: Orlando, Florida

Iguazu Falls: Brazil and Argentina

Vatican City

Sydney Opera House: Sydney, Australia

Mount Everest: Nepal and Tibet

Petra: Jordan

Mona Lisa: Paris, France

Terra Cotta Warriors: Xi'an, China

Borobudur Temple: Java, Indonesia

Mount Kilimanjaro: Tanzania

Jemaa el-Fna: Marrakech, Morocco

Christ the Redeemer: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Great Wall of China: China

Taj Mahal: Agra, India

Meiji Shrine: Tokyo, Japan

Table Mountain: Cape Town, South Africa

Niagara Falls: New York and Ontario, Canada

Zócalo: Mexico City, Mexico

Angkor Archaeological Park: Siem Reap, Cambodia

Galápagos Islands: Ecuador

Tokyo Disney Resort: Urayasu, Japan

Acropolis: Athens, Greece

Golden Gate Bridge: San Francisco, California

Navy Pier: Chicago, Illinois

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28 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in the World

Written by Lana Law Updated Jan 12, 2024

Travelers are always looking for inspiration to guide their adventures. Coming up with a list of places to visit can be challenging when you're staring at a globe. What are the top tourist attractions in the world? The most iconic sites that all travelers have on their bucket-list of things to see around the globe?

Some destinations just stand out above the rest. Many are the type of places where you can take a photo, and it requires no explanation to identify the location: the Eiffel Tower or the Colosseum. But some places are less well known to new travelers or those who have not yet ventured out to the more exotic destinations. These can often be the most rewarding to visit.

For many of these attractions, it's what they symbolize and the destinations they represent that make them so significant. In other cases, it is the site itself that makes it worth visiting the country. Some of these are the more popular UNESCO World Heritage sites .

If you're looking to start your own checklist of places to visit during your life, begin with our list of the top tourist attractions in the world.

1. Eiffel Tower, Paris

2. the colosseum, rome, 3. statue of liberty, new york city, 4. machu picchu, peru, 5. the acropolis, athens, 6. the taj mahal, india, 7. pyramids of giza, egypt, 8. great wall of china, 9. angkor wat, cambodia, 10. petra, jordan, 11. grand canyon, usa, 12. stonehenge, england, 13. borobudur, indonesia, 14. niagara falls, canada & usa, 15. bagan, myanmar, 16. sydney opera house, 17. mount kilimanjaro, 18. the louvre, paris, 19. forbidden city, china, 20. prague castle, czech republic, 21. chichen itza, mexico, 22. corcovado and cristo redentor, rio de janeiro, 23. château de versailles, france, 24. mount fuji, 25. central park, new york city, 26. alhambra, spain, 27. buckingham palace, london, 28. ubud, bali, indonesia.

The symbol of Paris and one of the most photographed structures in the world, a visit to the Eiffel Tower is a must for all travelers. Few landmarks inspire such a passion for travel as this single iron structure.

Young travelers heading out on the road for the first time, couples looking for a special getaway, artists looking to spur their creativity, and romantics of all types are all drawn to Paris. This is a city where history and culture collide and where travelers of all kinds can find the experience they're after.

Head up the tower for spectacular views over the city, and don't miss a chance to see the tower lit up at night.

Read More: Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Paris

The most famous and largest structure still standing from the Roman Empire, the Colosseum is also the biggest attraction of modern-day Rome . It's been a bucket-list destination of travelers for generations. And it does not disappoint.

Set in the heart of the city, the Colosseum is an easy place to visit. Direct flights from around the world land in Rome daily, making it a destination you can visit in a weekend if you choose. Wander through Rome's ancient streets, tour the colosseum, and if time allows, plan a trip to other areas of Italy .

America is full of great sights and places to visit , but it's the Statue of Liberty that represents the United States like no other place. This symbol of freedom in New York City was gifted by the French to the American people in 1896.

Of all the attractions in New York City , this is one every tourist must see. The best thing to do at the Statue of Liberty is to take a ride up to her crown and soak up the view over the city. Access to the statue is via ferry, also a highlight of a visit.

If you don't have time for a tour, you can still see the statue without leaving Manhattan. Head to Battery Park for the best views. You can also see the Statue of Liberty on a free ride on the Staten Island Ferry. See our guide to touring New York City by water on the NYC Ferry System .

If you are planning to see only one attraction in South America, this is the place to come. The ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu is arguably the most impressive ruined city in the world.

Much of the attraction comes from its location, high in the jungle-clad mountains of Peru. Set on a high plateau with soaring green mountains, the setting is surreal. The sheer tenacity of the original builders to create this amazing place in what would have been impenetrable jungle, is, in itself, impressive.

Visitor numbers are now limited to a maximum per day, so the experience has been greatly enhanced.

• Read More: Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Peru

Perched above present day Athens , the Acropolis draws you up and in. Follow in the footsteps of the ancients as you walk up the same steps that have been walked on since 438 BC - 2,500 years.

Views out over the city are incredible as you walk between the meticulously restored ancient buildings. Near the end of the day, you'll want to linger and watch the sunset from the stairs near the entrance. This is a nightly ritual in Athens.

The site is also impressive looking up at it from the city below. Spend an evening dining on a rooftop patio to soak in the view of the hilltop ruins lit up at night.

Read More: Visiting the Acropolis in Athens: The Essential Guide

The Taj Mahal is the one sight in India that all travelers need to see. The country is filled with incredible cities and fabulous places to visit, but the 17th-century Taj Mahal in Agra is the one place that says you've been to India.

This mausoleum, commissioned by the Shah Jahan for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, is known internationally as a symbol of love. This fantastic structure, made with inlaid precious and semi-precious stones, has to be visited to be fully appreciated.

Its riverfront setting, surrounding gardens, and reflecting pools are also what make the Taj Mahal so special.

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If you've visited places like the Colosseum in Rome or the Acropolis in Athens, built over 2,000 years ago, you may think you have a good handle on ancient sites. But the Pyramids of Giza take ancient to a whole other level. These were built over 4,500 years ago. Tourists were coming to see these magnificent structures literally thousands of years ago.

Located just outside Cairo , the pyramids, which is also where you'll find the Sphinx, are easy to get to, and tours are easy to arrange. A sunset camel ride around the structures is a wonderful experience.

In a land of modern cities and towering skyscrapers, the Great Wall of China, built between the 14th and 17th centuries, is a stark contrast but a striking image that all visitors to China should see.

A stroll along the top of the wall provides an incredible view of the structure snaking off into the distance. The wall stretches an astounding 21,196 kilometers, through some remote areas.

Many travelers seeing the sights of China choose to visit the wall on easily organized tours from Beijing, a relatively short motorcoach ride away.

Surrounded by jungle and, in some cases, overgrown with huge trees and roots, the ancient structures of the Angkor complex may look like a movie set to some visitors.

Wandering through Angkor Wat, the main centerpiece of the complex, it's easy to feel like you've entered another era. This is without a doubt, one of the most impressive sites in Southeast Asia and the main reason many people visit Cambodia .

The stone faces peering out over the buildings and gates are images that you won't soon forget.

Angkor Wat is located just outside the city of Siem Reap, a popular tourist center in Cambodia.

You may have an Indiana Jones feeling as you walk through a 1.2-kilometer-long narrow crack in the sandstone hills and emerge into a hidden city. First built over 2,000 years ago and lost to the outside world for 600 years, the city was only discovered in 1812.

Stunning buildings are carved directly into the red rock walls and are wonderfully preserved, just begging to be explored and photographed.

If you arrive early, an eerie silence, coupled with long shadows, give this abandoned city a special feel.

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The greatest natural attraction in the United States, the Grand Canyon is a key sight for all travelers planning their lifetime of adventures. Standing on the rim of the Grand Canyon, looking out over the carved landscape, will awaken your senses.

Several hikes in the canyon and along the rim offer unique perspectives. Walk even a short distance down the Bright Angel trail to gain additional views and to experience what the canyon is like below the rim.

For even more adventure plan a rafting trip down the Colorado River through the canyon.

The Grand Canyon looks different throughout the day and at different times of the year. One trip is never enough. If you are going to add this place to your to-see list, consider what you want to do here to determine the best time to visit.

Read More: Top Attractions at the Grand Canyon

Stonehenge is one of those places that makes you ponder what went on here over 4,500 years ago. It's long been a mystery to historians, and has captured the imagination of countless visitors. Despite the large number of tourists that descend on Stonehenge, the place still has a mystical feel.

At the site, giant stones, some standing, some fallen, are set in two roughly circular patterns that are oriented to highlight the summer and winter solstices. For a truly memorable experience, plan your visit during one of these times.

An easy day trip from London , Stonehenge can easily be worked into your UK itinerary.

Set in a steamy jungle with three volcanoes providing the backdrop, Borobudur is Indonesia's top tourist attraction .

Borobudur dates from the 9th century and is one of the largest Buddhist temples in the world. It's a fascinating place to wander about. Over 500 Buddhas are spread around the site, some of which sit under ornate stupas.

Try to visit early in the morning when you'll have the best chance of experiencing a bit of early mist, and the view to the volcanoes will be the clearest.

On the border between the United States and Canada, these great falls have been drawing explorers and travelers for centuries. Just over an hour from the city of Toronto, Niagara Falls is easy to get to, and the town is a fun place to spend a night or two.

Walk up to the edge of the falls, stroll along the paved walk lining the gorge for different views, or take a boat tour for a close-up look at the water pouring over the lip of the gorge above you. For a bird's-eye view, head up the Skylon Tower to look out over the falls.

At night, see the falls lit in different colors. If you're visiting in winter, watch the huge plume of mist rising into the sky above the falls.

Niagara Falls is easily reached from Toronto, Canada, or Buffalo, New York.

While this ancient site may not be on the average traveler's radar, it's another of Southeast Asia's bucket-list attractions.

Spread out over a lush plain are more than 10,000 sacred structures dating from 1044 through to 1287. Hire a bicycle and pedal your way from one amazing structure to the next, or take a tour. Some of the structures can be entered, but the real beauty is the sheer number that dot the landscape.

For an aerial view, consider taking a hot air balloon tour at dawn.

Like many other attractions around the world, the Sydney Opera House is one of those places that is easy to identify and obviously associated with Australia. A photo of yourself in front of the white sails screams Australia.

The Sydney Opera House was built in several stages and officially opened in late 1973. To fully experience the building, take a tour inside to see the unique shape and hear the exceptional acoustics.

Soak up the view from the Opera House area back towards the world-famous Sydney Harbour Bridge.

The highest peak in all of Africa, this majestic mountain – a dormant volcano – is one of the most recognizable symbols of the continent. The snowcapped peak is an impressive 5,985 meters (19,340 feet) and is often the backdrop to photographs of the wild animals that roam Amboseli National Park and other areas.

You can see this beautiful sight from afar or tackle the multi-day hike to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro for the fantastic views over the land, and to watch the sunrise.

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If there is one museum in the whole world that you absolutely must see in your life, it's the Louvre. Even if you are not a fan of museums, this one is worth the trip to Paris to see.

Although most people know it as the home to the most famous painting in the world, the Mona Lisa , this is just one of the reasons to visit the Louvre .

The museum holds countless masterpieces by the greatest artists that have ever lived. But even the building itself is an icon. The glass pyramids and the 18th-century building are recognizable to almost everyone, and have been shown in countless movies.

Like the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, also known as the Imperial Palace, in Beijing is one of the top places to visit in China . The sprawling complex dates from the 14th and 15th centuries and is a spectacular example of historical China.

Over the centuries, the palace has housed 24 Ming and Qing Emperors. Inside the city, the Palace Museum holds over 340,000 artifacts showcasing the treasures of China's dynasties. In front of the Forbidden City is the massive Tiananmen Square .

Prague is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Sitting atop a hill across the river from the center of the city, Prague Castle casts an imposing aura over its surroundings. The castle is an incredible collection of buildings constructed from the 9th to 14th centuries.

Stroll over the ornate 14th-century Charles Bridge spanning the Vltava River and head up the hill to wander the narrow, twisty streets in the castle complex . The castle is one of the largest in the world, and around almost every corner is a historical building, church, or open square.

The ancient Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza have been drawing curious tourists since they were first brought to light by a popular book by John Lloyd Stevens in 1843. Today the site, located near the center of the Yucatan Peninsula, is one of the top tourist attractions in Mexico and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site .

The 30-meter-high Pyramid of Kukulkán has been restored to its full glory along with many of the other significant buildings, including the Great Ball Court, the Temple of the Warriors, and the eerie Skull Platform.

Chichen Itza is located about 200 kilometers from Cancun and is easily accomplished in a day trip from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and other areas of the Mayan Riviera either on your own or as part of a group.

Keeping a watchful eye over the citizens of Rio de Janeiro from his perch atop Corcovado mountain is the stunning statue of Cristo Redentor. This huge 30-meter-high statue with its arms wide open in a welcoming gesture has been one of Rio's top tourist attractions since 1931.

The harbor of Rio de Janeiro is one of the 7 natural wonders of the world . The views from the top of the 709-meter Corcovado look out over this beautiful sight, including Sugarloaf Mountain and the city perfectly poised for beautiful photographs. The best way to get to the top is a ride up through the forests of the Tijuca National Park on the 3.5-kilometer Corcovado Rack Railway.

The wealth and grandeur of 17th-century France is on display at the incredible Château de Versailles. The château and the grounds are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and should be near the top of your touring plans when in France.

The Château de Versailles has an unbelievable 2,300 rooms housing some of France's most impressive interior design work, especially in the world-famous Hall of Mirrors. Other important rooms include the King's State Apartment and the Queen's Apartment.

The grounds of the château encompass 800 hectares, and one of the most impressive sights is the Gardens (Les Jardins). Geometrical pathways follow immaculately trimmed hedges past serene pools all surrounded by lawns cut to within an inch of their life.

Mount Fuji is the most well-known and highest mountain in Japan. Often pictured snowcapped, this dormant volcano is both a spiritual site and one of the top tourist attractions in Japan . Soaring 3,776 meters high, Mount Fuji is one of three Holy Mountains, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Hiking to the top of the mountain is a popular thing to do in Japan. Each year, nearly 300,000 people follow one of four routes to the top. One of the most popular things to do is time your hike so that you reach the summit just before sunrise.

Mount Fuji is located 100 kilometers east of Tokyo and is easily accessible via public transit and tours .

Read More: Exploring Mount Fuji: A Visitor's Guide

Loved by generations of New Yorkers and by people from around the world, Central Park is one of the most famous public spaces in the world. The backdrop to countless movies and television shows, the park's walkways, lakes, and historical sights have been drawing city dwellers and visitors since it was first created in 1858.

Some fun things to do in Central Park include taking a horse-drawn carriage ride through the park, visiting the Strawberry Fields Forever area and Imagine monument dedicated to the late John Lennon, renting a row boat, or just strolling under the towering trees. If you find yourself in the park in the cold season, ice skating is one of the most popular things to do in New York in winter . Going ice skating with your sweetie is also a romantic thing to do in New York.

The stunning Alhambra is perched high on the hills above the Spanish city of Granada and is a testament to the wealth and power of the Nasrid Dynasty of the 13th Century. A huge complex full of ornate gardens, lush courtyards, bubbling water features, and spectacular buildings make it one of Spain's top tourist attractions and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Count on a full day to explore the Alhambra with its incredible buildings which include the Palacios Nazaries consisting of the Palacio Real (Royal Palace), the Palacio de Comares (Palace of Ceremonial Rooms), and the Palacio de los Leones (Palace of the Lions). Views out over the city of Granada and the surrounding mountains from the ruins of the Alcazaba are among the highlights.

The stately palace located in the heart of London attracts millions of visitors every year. This iconic building and treasured monument is home to the ruling monarchy and its grand façade showcases the importance of the Royal Family in British society.

Highlights of a visit to Buckingham Palace include witnessing the Changing of the Guard ceremony where guardsmen with their red tunics and bearskin hats execute an intricate series of maneuvers.

If you find yourself visiting in the summer, try your best to get tickets for the tour through the grand State Rooms with their extensive and impressive collection of priceless art and period pieces.

A fun town with a Boho vibe, Ubud is high on the list of things to see and do in Bali . Located inland in a lush area, the town has a wide range of cultural and natural attractions. A must-see is the Sacred Monkey Forest , a dense site of towering trees, river gorges, historic temples, and of course, monkeys. Hundreds of monkeys live in this protected area and wander freely on the pathways providing non-stop entertainment.

Just out of town are the world-famous Tegallalang Rice Terraces . Descending from a ridge to the valley below, the terraces flow according to the landscape.

Ubud features prominently as a destination for shopping, many of Indonesia's best artisans have shops here selling everything from Batik fabrics to ornate jewelry.

Ubud is also known as a place to work on your inner well-being, countless yoga studios and wellness retreats are located here.

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Posted: November 7, 2023 | Last updated: December 2, 2023

If your wish list of travel destinations keeps growing, you can’t afford to waste another vacation visiting overrated tourist attractions. So many of us have fallen into the trap of seeing the perfect Instagram shot in what appears to be a remote destination, a magical place that’s a must-see. 

Whatever the reason, savvy travelers know there are a lot of places that simply aren’t worth the hype. 

So whether you're worried about your next trip or are experiencing FOMO about not being there, here are eight overrated travel destinations that you can skip. 

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Visiting the Mona Lisa in Paris

Despite her never-ending popularity, the Mona Lisa may not actually be all she’s cracked up to be. Coming in at just two feet, six inches by one foot, nine inches, it’s unlikely you’ll be able to see her well enough to contemplate all the wonder and artistry of Leonardo Da Vinci. 

In fact, it’s pretty unlikely you’ll come anywhere near her at all — or at least, not for very long. According to recent reports, the Mona Lisa’s temporary new location makes seeing her even less tempting — since your time in the tiny room where she now resides only lasts a few seconds as guards pressure visitors to keep moving.

Instead, consider going to the Louvre, which hosts an amazing collection of works that go way beyond the favor La Joconde .

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Taking in Times Square in New York City

Unless you really like large, bright advertisements, you can probably pass up the flashiness of Times Square. It is an undeniably cool place to spend New Year’s Eve, but barring that? It’s frankly just a bit overwhelming.

People flock to see Times Square every year, only to arrive and realize it’s little more than a collection of very large TVs, colorful shop signs, and pure chaos. New York has a lot to offer, so don’t spend too much time in this spot if you do go and eliminate some money stress from your life from the tempting shops.

Instead, get a real (and much more chill) NYC vibe by taking a stroll down the High Line or even walking across the Brooklyn Bridge into DUMBO (Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass), a trendy, cobblestoned neighborhood in Brooklyn. 

Navigating the Spanish Steps in Rome

Stairs are pretty and all, but no matter where you’re from, you’ve seen them before. Like everything in Rome, these stairs have a story. But unless you like the feeling of being packed into a crowd with souvenirs shoved in your face, you can probably skip this destination.

After flying all the way to Europe, you don't want to waste a single day on an underwhelming tourist trap. Rome is positively overflowing with must-see destinations like the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, so you may find your time better spent elsewhere.

Instead, you can visit Ostia Antica which is probably the most underrated destination near Rome. Once the harbor city of ancient Rome, Ostia Antica offers tourists an amazing opportunity to walk through an entirely excavated ancient city, seeing homes, bathhouses, and even pizza ovens once used by the people living there.

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Bondi Beach, Sydney

Bondi Beach certainly looks idyllic in photos, but visitors seem to agree that the reality is anything but. “Overcrowded” and “dirty” are some of the ways disappointed tourists in Sydney have described the beach in recent years. 

The consensus seems to be the same — if you only have a little time in Sydney, don’t waste it at this beach. Instead, put your best credit cards to use at numerous other offerings that Sydney has.

You could also take a stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens or peruse the attractions in Darling Harbor. If you’re looking for an indoor activity, take a walk through the hundreds of stalls in Paddy’s Markets.

Ciudad Mitad del Mundo in Ecuador

If you’re heading to Ecuador’s famous “middle of the world” just to say you went there, then we can save you the price of the ticket. Although this famous monument was built over what was once believed to be the equator, modern measurements confirm that it’s about 250 meters off its mark.

It should be mentioned that the monument does have a museum hosting some worthy artifacts and bits of history about the Highland and Amazonian tribes, which is one reason to make a quick trip without grabbing a “middle of the world” photo. 

Instead of getting caught up in the great equator debate, head to La Ronda, a charming street in colonial Old Town that’s worthy of a visit regardless of its GPS coordinates. 

Pick up a few souvenirs or duck into a cafe for a cup of coffee, then continue your tour of Quito — Ecuador’s capital city — by visiting its many famous churches, most notably the Basilica del Voto Nacional.

Taking on stroll on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles

Although this seems to be on everyone's must-see list for LA, anyone who has actually spent time on the Hollywood Walk of Fame will tell you to pass. 

While you can star hunt for your favorite celebrity’s name on the boulevard, it might be hard to see much beyond tourists’ shoes and people running around in costumes. LA has a slew of way better things to see and do.

Rather than trying to catch ‘em all on Hollywood Boulevard, take a walk instead on Venice Beach or cruise the famous Mulholland Drive for scenic views of the city. And if you’ve never been, go ahead and check out Disneyland. Whether or not you like rides, this iconic theme park has something for everyone.

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Phuket, Thailand

Thailand makes most people’s bucket lists for a variety of reasons, and when you see photos of it, imagining why isn’t very difficult. Phuket is the country’s largest island and receives more than 30,000 tourists per day, in addition to the quarter of a million people who already call it home.

Suffice it to say the place is crowded and expensive (you'll use your travel credit cards a lot more here). Unless you really want to see something specific on the island, there are many more relaxing places to visit in Thailand.  

Thailand is literally a collection of amazing and beautiful islands worthy of exploring; you’ll have quite a bit of choice in where you go if you want to avoid the chaos that is Phuket. 

Koh Chang, for example, is a large island not far from Bangkok that’s moderately developed but still has enough wild land to make memorable day hikes (without a million people around) a real possibility.

Seeing the Cradle of Humankind in South Africa

Not to be biased, but this country is one of the most amazing places to visit. However, its renowned world heritage museum is not. It's a bit expensive so you may need to earn some extra money if you do want to go.

The museum is small and although you see some really old bones, your time would be better spent watching a show about it on the Discovery Channel. Don’t waste any time that could be better spent elsewhere in and around Johannesburg by making the drive here.

Instead, learn some local history with visits to the Apartheid and Nelson Mandela museums. After visiting Nelson Mandela’s house (which is part of the museum) in Soweto, take a stroll up and down the vibrant Vilakazi Street for some authentic local cuisine and better (and more affordable) souvenirs than the ones you’ll find in Cape Town.

Bottom line

Whether you just started globe-trotting this year or are an old hand in the airport security lines, travel only gets easier the more you do it. It's important to make sure you know what you're getting into, or really missing out on, before you book a trip or get lost in the fear of missing out.

Take the time to find your perfect travel rewards card before booking your next dream destination. With one of the best travel credit cards in your wallet, you can start racking up some serious points to be sure your adventure funds never run out.

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Most Boring Tourist Attractions in the World

By Neal Taparia - 04/08/2024

The best time for a Solitaire game is when you are bored, but you probably never plan to be bored on vacation. However, not every stop on an itinerary will yield life-changing results. Some are so dull they make global news headlines !

That’s why we set out to help you avoid boredom on your travels by rounding up the attractions that are sure to prove so tedious they bore you into mediocrity with their drab, dull, and lackluster offerings. We analyzed 66.7 million Google reviews of 3,290 popular tourist attractions worldwide, spanning 384 cities across 71 countries, focusing on 11 keywords indicative of tiresome, lifeless, and downright boring impressions.

We ranked the attractions by the frequency with which tourists mentioned boredom-related keywords, comparing the mentions to the total reviews for each spot. Even if you are a seasoned traveler, read on to ensure you have the knowledge you need to avoid booking a certifiably dull vacation!

Key Takeaways

• Branson Scenic Railway in Branson, MO, is the most boring attraction in the world.
• Museums comprise 33% of the top 100 most boring attractions.
• Four LEGOLAND Discovery Centers are in the top 25 most boring attractions worldwide.
• Georgia is the most boring state, with many attractions and extensive reviews indicating boredom.
• The U.S., Canada, and Australia hold the respective #1–3 spots for countries with the most boring tourist attractions.

Top 100 Most Boring Attractions Worldwide

You can leave your passport at home for most of our dull journey because the U.S., which comprises only 38.5% of our data, holds 62% of the world’s 100 most boring attractions.

First, on our trek across the world of boring attractions, is the Branson Scenic Railway in Branson, Missouri, where you hop aboard the boring express in the land of misery! What makes it the #1 most boring attraction worldwide? It has the highest proportion of reviews, labeling it boring compared to its total number of reviews.

The next stop is our #2 most boring attraction: The Illuminarium Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia! This cinematic 360-degree immersive experience offers visitors views of natural wonders and cultural moments. Unfortunately, the Illuminarium appears to be a fully immersive experience of boredom.

Then we hop over to our #3 most boring attraction: The Jurassic Jungle Boat Ride in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, where the park's theme appears far from amusement. This Jurassic adventure is an indoor boat ride through an animatronic dinosaur park. According to the reviews, these dinos are ghosts of their former selves, perhaps worthy of a museum like their fossilized brethren for which they allegedly represent.

Our honorable mention is the Salem Witch Museum in Salem, Massachusetts, the world's 4th-most boring tourist attraction. Despite having the highest number of reviews labeling it boring globally, it ranks 4th because reviews from bored visitors occur far less frequently than positive reviews.

Speaking of museums, they comprise 33% of the world's top 100 most boring attractions, and despite what you may assume, it is not just art, history, and science museums that top the charts. The Museum of Ice Cream in New York, the Hershey Story Museum in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and the International UFO Museum in Roswell, New Mexico, are some of the most boring in the world!

While museums may seem like a logical fit for a dull attraction, you may not assume the same of a family entertainment center. However, four LEGO/LEGOLAND Discovery Centers all rank in the top 25 most boring attractions worldwide! Discovery Centers are smaller versions of the LEGOLAND Theme Park, and according to our data, they removed fun from the original formula, too.

The U.S. States with the Most and Least Boring Attractions

Our analysis reveals that the U.S. holds the majority of boring attractions globally, so we drilled down on the states with the most lackluster attractions. We ranked states based on how often attractions were called boring in reviews compared to the total number of attractions with any reviews labeling them boring in that state. By this metric, Georgia, Massachusetts, and Tennessee are the nation's top three boring states.

Four Georgia attractions are in the top 100 Most Boring Worldwide list. Besides the Illuminarium Atlanta, the world’s #2 most boring attraction, Georgia has 21 certifiably boring attractions, including four on the top 100 most globally boring list. One of the infamously dull LEGO Discovery centers calls Georgia home.

The Children’s Museum of Atlanta is Georgia's third most boring attraction. The last Georgia location on the list of the top 100 most boring attractions is the World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta. It’s a museum dedicated to the history of the Coca-Cola Company. Perhaps too many thought they would find the secret Coke recipe there.

Why is Massachusetts #2 on the boredom barometer, with just four attractions earning yawns? According to a chorus of reviewers, these few spots are so mind-numbingly dull that even after applying some fancy logarithmic math to even the playing field, the state's boredom factor skyrockets, securing its place as the runner-up in the national snoozefest.

With its 104 boring attractions, Florida might seem like the boredom capital at first glance. Yet, it only ranks as the 5th most boring state because each attraction garners very few yawns from visitors. Despite many attractions being labeled boring by reviewers, this sentiment is such a minority that Florida only pans out as the 5th most boring state.

On the flip side, with only one attraction labeled boring by one person, North Dakota is the least boring state in the U.S.

On a regional basis, the U.S. South has the most boring tourist attractions in the country.

The Most Boring Tourist Attraction in Every U.S. State

Museums consistently make our top lists of most boring tourist attractions. However, interestingly, museums are the most boring attraction in only 27% of the U.S. but are the most boring for 32% of countries globally.

As we said before, it’s not just art and science museums that top the charts; it’s niche, specialty museums, too. The Ghost Town Museum in Colorado Springs, Colorado, lives up to its name, earning it the most boring in the state. Although it might deliver on its empty promise, perhaps visitors find the reality of a dead town duller than their imaginations.

There is a theme in the data that tourists allegedly find death boring. Specifically, the Museum of Death in New Orleans is the dullest in Louisiana!

There is also a theme that the less we publicly know about a subject, the more boring tourists find its specialty museum. This theme is true of Georgia’s 4th most boring attraction, the World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta, and the #1 most boring attraction in New Mexico, the International UFO Museum in Roswell. It also appears true of the International Spy Museum, the #1 most boring attraction in Washington, D.C., where you apparently need a double-0-level clearance to uncover some excitement!

Along with museums, science-themed attractions consistently top the charts for the most boring attractions by state. The Adler Planetarium in Chicago is the most boring stop in Illinois. Reviewers consistently say it is far overpriced for what mostly amounts to reading articles on a wall. However, one reviewer said the Planetarium’s location provides beautiful city views as an apparent silver lining to its boring interior contents.

More broadly, science centers that serve as kernels for science discovery and learning are the most boring attractions in seven U.S. states: Connecticut, Florida, Kentucky, Michigan, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Washington.

The Most Boring Tourist Attraction in Every Country

Rewinding to the macabre theme, The Torture Museum in Amsterdam, which, according to its website, “provides a vivid picture of this painful past,” is the most boring attraction in the Netherlands. The London Dungeon, a haunted recreation of various gory historical events, is the UK's #2 most boring attraction. Can you say desensitized?

While medieval castles capture our imagination in film and literature, they are allegedly less dazzling in person. Castles are the most boring tourist attraction in four European countries: the Trakai Island Castle in Lithuania, the Bran Castle in Romania, the Malmö Castle in Sweden, and Laufen Castle at the Rheinfalls in Switzerland.

Of course, some fascinating specialty museums top the boredom charts globally. The Guinness World Records Museum in Denmark, the National Leprechaun Museum of Ireland, Shankar’s International Dolls Museum in India, and the International Mountain Museum in Nepal are all the #1 most boring attractions in each respective country.

Only seven of the top 25 boring attractions globally are outside of the U.S. Two of those attractions are LEGOLAND Discovery Centers, one in Ontario, Canada, and the other in Melbourne, Australia. These Discovery Centers appear so dull that they put cities on the boring map in a truly global sense.

At the macro level, the U.S., Canada, and Australia hold the respective #1–3 spots for countries with the most boring tourist attractions, making them, in our books, the most boring countries in the world!

When Boredom Comes in Spades

Not every stop on your vacation will be a winner, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t be! If you find yourself sitting around bored or waiting for your other vacation companions to finish with a stop, try playing an online game. You don’t have to feel guilty because, as the data shows, some tourist attractions are boring!

Try a game of Spades, Pyramid Solitaire , Mahjong , Yukon Solitaire , or one of our many other free games the next time you are stuck in the queue at a bustling tourist hotspot or discover that your sense of travel vastly differs from your companions, leaving you loitering about. Unlike a boring vacation, you can’t lose anything playing a game on Solitaired; no subscription is required! It can even be a way to recoup time lost at a boring attraction!

Methodology

In March 2024, we analyzed 66.7 million Google reviews of 3,290 popular tourist attractions worldwide, spanning 384 cities across 71 countries.

We focused our analysis on keyword mentions indicative of a bored tourist. Those keywords were "boring," "bored," "bore," "boredom," "tiresome," "dull," "drab," "lackluster," "lifeless," "mediocre," and "tedious."

To ensure we focused on keywords used in a negative context (in other words, to avoid "This place is great if you are bored!" or "You will never be bored here!"), we used natural language processing (NLP) and keyword-in-context (KWIC) analysis.

We began with a list of 1.4 billion reviews for 5,026 tourist attractions before narrowing to our final 3,290. We removed attractions with less than 2,000 total reviews and removed reviews containing positive uses of our keywords.

We calculated a Boredom Frequency for each attraction by stacking the number of bored reviews against the review total. The attractions with the highest boredom frequencies are the most boring. At the country and U.S. state levels, we used a logarithmic scaling formula with linear weighting combining boredom frequency with the number of boring attractions to arrive at our rankings.

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World Heritage Day 2024: Date, history, significance and all that you need to know

World heritage day 2024: from history to significance, here's all that you need to know about the special day..

World Heritage Day 2024: Our cultural heritage is a significant part of our identity as a nation and a culture. It also bears a lot of historical importance and helps us to connect with our rich traditions and history . However, heritage buildings and monuments need preservation and protection. It is important to create awareness about their significance and urge people to come together in safeguarding the heritage properties of the world. We connect with our history through the heritage we have. World Heritage Day is also referred to as International Day for Monuments and Sites.

As we gear up to celebrate the special day, here are a few things that we need to know.

Every year, World Heritage Day is observed on April 18. This year, the special day falls on Thursday.

In 1982, The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) proposed the idea of observing World Heritage Day on April 18 every year. The following year, the proposal was approved at UNESCO's General Conference. Since then, the special day is observed every year on April 18. Heritage monuments and sites are often victim to human activities, natural disasters and urbanisation. The day reinstates the importance of protecting and preserving them.

Significance:

The theme for this year's World Heritage Day is - Discover and experience diversity. Natural landscapes, historical monuments, cultural practices, traditions, rituals and ancient ruins are part of the world's heritage. It is important to safeguard them. They are known for their cultural value and are also recognised by UNESCO for their universal significance. These heritage sites are also tourist attractions that can help in boosting the local economy. They help us to take a peek into our rich history and the past that we were unaware of before. They need to be protected and safeguarded for future generations.

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