Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel guide platform, has revealed the winners of the 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards.
And New York City reigns as the top destination in the US – duh!
The Big Apple continues to attract millions of visitors, drawing attention to its iconic landmarks, world-class art scene and dining culture. It also ranks as the third best food destination in the US behind New Orleans and Charleston, South Carolina.
For the first time, London has won the coveted title of world’s best destination, climbing two places and overtaking Dubai, which held the top spot for the past two years.
The global ranking, based on millions of traveler reviews, highlights the locations most loved by visitors, as well as growing and top-rated locations for specific experiences.
London’s diverse offerings – from its rich cultural heritage and vibrant arts scene to its renowned culinary culture – earned it this year’s top honour.
The British capital was also ranked second globally in Food Destinations, third in Cultural Destinations and won first place in a special 25th anniversary list highlighting the most popular destinations of the past quarter century.
London’s sheer appeal is evident in its global ranking and the breadth of what it has to offer – from Michelin-starred dining to historic landmarks.
“London is without a doubt the best city in the world to visit, attracting millions of tourists every year who are amazed by everything our great city has to offer,” said Mayor of London Sadiq Khan.
“With our unrivaled mix of cultural attractions, renowned food scene and a sports calendar that can’t be beat, I’m delighted that Tripadvisor agrees that London is the world’s top destination.”
Among the trending destinations for 2025, Osaka, Japan, tops the list globally, thanks to an increase in comments from travelers eager to experience the city’s food culture – known as the “nation’s cuisine” – as well as its nightlife and proximity to the Kansai region. , which boasts several UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
For those without an up-to-date passport, West Palm Beach, Santa Barbara and Cleveland top the US Trending Destinations, showing the growing popularity of sunny getaways and smaller cities.
A growing number of travelers are taking their vacations to get away from their everyday lives – by booking solo trips.
The top spot for them is Seoul, South Korea, with the East Asian destination offering a mix of vibrant city life, rich culture and safe, easy navigation for solo travelers.
Kathmandu, Nepal and Cusco, Peru also made the list, highlighting a demand for destinations that offer adventure and cultural immersion.
For foodies, Rome tops the category of Food Destinations globally. Global culinary hotspots like Marrakesh and Naples follow close behind, as those cities are becoming must-visit destinations for travelers seeking an experience for their palates.
In celebration of Tripadvisor’s 25th anniversary, the company also announced a special new subcategory of Top Destinations of the Past 25 Years to honor locations that have stood the test of time.
London took first place with New York City and Rome in second and third, respectively.
“Over the past 25 years, Tripadvisor has grown to become the world’s leading travel guide platform, drawing on insights from real travelers around the world,” Kristen Dalton, president of Tripadvisor, said in a statement.
“Based on more than 1 billion reviews and opinions on our site today, Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards reflect the global travel community’s favorites – from the destinations themselves to everything that makes them special, including restaurants, hotels and experiences “.
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