Top 25 Best Cities In The World To Visit In 2015

25. Sydney, Australia

Australia is doubtlessly one of the world most beautiful and peaceful countries with abundant of natural beauty, and Sydney is one of its most amazing cities you cannot miss to visit. As soon as you step out of its airport, you will feel very excited with its incredible infrastructure and buildings which were built with the important inclusion of its long past art and history. However, the most famous iconic places to visit around Sydney are the Opera House as well as the botanical garden nearby. Without visiting these two places, you have not visited Sydney. Sydney Opera House is actually the biggest art center in Australia, and it has so many venues for different performances. Also, Sydney Opera House is commonly known as the busiest art center in the world while the botanical garden nearby has had thousands of beautiful flower collection. Walking around through those wonderful flowers, you will feel fresh and super relaxingly excited.

24. Dubai, United Arab Emirates

When people talk about the United Arab Emirates, Dubai will be there since Dubai is its most famous city that will give new comers the amazement. How would you feel when a Lamborghini is used for the taxi service? Such things do happen in Dubai. And, because of its richness from the oil resources, the city has been built to excellence, having everything available to serve you the best. Regarding to the tourist attractions around Dubai, Dubai fountains, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Burj Al Arab and the Wild Wady Water Park are the most recommended places to visit. You will surely have a memorial experience visiting those areas. 

23. Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong is certainly one of the busiest cities in the world, and because it has reached the top level of the modernity, you can expect its wonderful city view, especial at night. As well, if you like to shop electronic products, it is best to do it at Hong Kong since the government has issued the supportive policy which people can buy the electronic products over there with very low price. Besides the stunning physical environment that will make you feel amazed, you are also going to experience the real taste of Chinese culture, and of course, Hong Kong has shared a great deal of the long Chinese prosperous culture. In the meantime, please never forget to taste street food in Hong Kong. You might find a new delicious recipe even along the street beside you.

22. Queenstown, New Zealand

Talking about the sense of excitement when visiting New Zealand, it is not much different from visiting Australia because these two countries have shared a lot of similarities in its geographies and the natural landscape. However, each one is special by its own tourist attractions and the tourist activities. Take Queenstown as an example. If you happen to be there some time, you will be experiencing its scenic landscape from a combination of mountain range, snow, forest and sea. Meanwhile, there will be so many tourist activities you can enjoy such as wild life exploration as well as the water activities. Particularly, the must visit attractions in Queenstown are the Queenstown Hills, Ben Lomond Walk Away, and Kiwi Bird Life park.

21. Budapest, Hungary

Being the capital and biggest city of Hungary, Budapest is as well built for tourists. With a population of around 3.3 million, their people have a high standard of living, making this city peaceful and beautiful at the same time. Even more, the majority of tourists who have been to the city agree that Budapest is actually the most beautiful city to visit in Europe. In addition to its countless architectural buildings which were built with a lot of implications of its culture and history, Budapest has had many other points of interest such as the Budapest Opera House, the Danube Cruise tour, and the Chain Bridge, just to name a few.

20. Athens, Greece

Unquestionably, Greece is one of the oldest countries, which is rich in culture and history. This is one of the reasons that makes so many people from around the world attempt to experience the real sense of walking in and visiting this historical country. And, according to TripAdvisor, Athens, the capital city of Greece, has become the main destination for millions of tourist each. As a result, it has been highly recommended to visit for those who have not been there. Certain places you can visit in Athens that will give you the best are the Ancient Agora, Anafiotica, and the Acropolis.

19. Kathmandu, Nepal

Kathmandu is as well one of the very old cities, located in Nepal, with the history of more than 2000 years ago. And, it is definitely rich in culture which has been integrated largely to its temples, buildings and statuses. To date, Kathmandu has played an important role to serve tourists and bring a big percentage of the income to support the whole economy of Nepal. Generally, the most exciting exploration in Nepal is to experience and witness its amazing culture and history. Places such as Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath temple, and Kopan Monastery will give you the sense. In 2013, Kathmandu had been selected as the top most recommended city to visit in Asia due to its increasing popularity among the visitors.

18. Bangkok, Thailand

If to talk about the night life, Bangkok is undoubtedly one of the best. It has a variety of night entertainments visitors can enjoy, especially their gay shows as well as the crowded bars and night clubs. Nevertheless, there still are quite a lot of important places you should visit as well when coming to Thailand to really experience the real sense of their lifestyle. Those places are The Temple of Dawn, Grand Palace and Wat Prakeaw, the floating market, and the Chao Phraya River and Waterways. In case you have extra time and like shopping, Thailand is also a very nice city to shop, and there are a lot of shopping malls you can find beside you. Their street food is another thing to you should try, and you will see how real Thai food taste.

17. St. Petersburg, Russia

The 17th most popular city to visit falls into the St. Petersburg of Russia. St. Petersburg is one of the biggest cities of Russia, second to only Moscow. Nonetheless, if for tourists, the St. Petersburg will jump to number 1. A lot of people who have been to the city would have had a memorable experience over the place. The city view of the St. Petersburg is just beautifully amazing with its very artistic architectural buildings everywhere. Walking around this city will give you the original sense of the how it feels like to live in a westernized culture and witness their ways of living. Moreover, the places you should not miss when visiting the St. Petersburg are the Church of the Savior on Blood, Grand Palace, and the State hermitage Museum and Winter Palace.

16. Cusco, Peru

Cusco, one of the major cities of Peru, is an ancient site of the country with a lot historical facts, standing there. With about only half a million of the population, this city has served millions of tourists each year, and it has becoming more and more of the hot tourist attraction in Peru. Historically, this area was the capital city of Inca Empire until the 16the century, and it ended when the conquest from Spain happened to the area. When coming to Cusco, if to visit, you can have a nice trip to the Centro Historico de Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, and Temple of the Sun. However, if to do, you can enjoy doing, you can take the hiking and camping trip as well as the sightseeing tours. You will be experiencing great things along the way.

15. Ubud, Indonesia

Instead, for the Ubud, located on Bali Island of Indonesia, which is a paradise on earth for millions of visitors around the world, the town is better known as the most relaxing tourist destination you will find it hard to see in another place in Asia. As well, around the town, there are so many resorts and hotels around the area which have built integrated with the surrounding beautiful and scenic nature. And, by staying a few nights at one of those resorts, you will have experienced incredible spa and many massage treatments such as the Acupressure and the reflexology.

14. Goreme, Turkey

Historically, Goreme is an important site and city of Turkey with the stunning rock formation landscape throughout the area. Within this city, the Goreme National Park has been long time before marked as the UNESCO World Heritage Site, and there are so many historic cave churches insides. This makes it one of the most interesting tourist destinations to visit for many people from around the world. Compared to the Asia and Western view, this Goreme rock formation city will offer you a new different excitement from its unique geographical landscape as well as their priceless cultural and historical evidence of the world history.

13. Barcelona, Spain

For one good reason, some travelers have always attempted to visit Barcelona because Barcelona is one of the most fantastic cities of Spain, and at the same time, they will be able to witness the real westernized way of living. Like many other cities in Europe, Barcelona has had a long history over the area. As well, there are many best traveling spots around the city you will most enjoy. Places such as the La Sagrada Familia Church, the Magic Fountain Show, and the Picasso Museum are the must-see, must-visit spots around Barcelona. If you happen to be a fan of Barcelona too, you can surely kill some time to watch their match in case you have arrived at the right time.

12. Zermatt, Switzerland

Zermatt is one of the most remote cities in Switzerland which German is the main language they use for the general communication. Interestingly, for now, there are only about 5 800 inhabitants that are living on the area. The city is actually very natural and has not been touched badly by the modernity of the city development. That is why it becomes a perfect place for many tourists to visit. The city is indeed not so big, but it has a very fabulous landscape that could create excitement and unique joy for the visitors. Visiting this place is really a once in a life time memory. If you are an explorer, you are going to love this even more.

11. New York City, the United States

The next best city that falls into the most visited category is the New York City. Amazingly, everyone would know and agree with this New York city is one of the world most developed cities which has had countless services for the visitors to entertain themselves in addition to its incredible city view like the jungle of concrete with tall buildings standing confidently throughout the city. Any first time comer to the city will feel absolutely amazed by the beauty, hugeness and modernity of the city. Some simple but most interesting spots you may visit when arriving at New York city are the Central Park, West Village Stroll, and the Empire State Building.

10. Cape Town Central, South Africa

In terms of tourist destinations in South Africa, wild life would be the most famous and well-known attraction to visit, and Cape Town central would be the heart of it which is also a major economic and cultural center of South Africa. At the same time, there are many millions of tourists who have come to visit the city each year to see world most wanted tourist spots such as Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, and the Table Mountain National Park. Those places are not likely to disappoint you.

9. Paris, France

Paris is the very historical city of France. As well, this city has been commonly known as the most romantic city to visit, and the Eiffel Tower is the most iconic structure and identity of France. These are enough to convince millions of travelers to land on this romantic city each year. Nevertheless, Paris has had many more incredible places to visit and enjoy besides these two. For one reason for sure, you will experience their very particular Westernized way of living as well as their special secret recipe of their Western foods. Meanwhile, the places you should not miss to visit are such as the Musee d’Orsay, Musee du Louvre, and the Notre Dame Cathedral.

8. Buenos Aires, Argentina

Buenos Aires is a very big city of Argentina, and as well, it is a major tourist point for many people from around the world. Actually, to many tourists, visiting the Buenos Aires of Argentina is like traveling back in time to its history and very traditional culture. Though there is an advancement of the development to the city, the sense of its past time has been integrated perfectly to its parks, architectures and most of the environment around the city. In addition, the night lift in Buenos Aires is as well uniquely beautiful. In short, the trip to Buenos Aires will be very impressive to you.

7. Rome, Italy

When people talk about the beautiful ancient cities to visit, of course, the Rome of Italy must be one of them. According to the world history, Rome is one of the most ancient cities, which is very rich in history. Still, there are a lot of evidences left; people at this generation could visit. This one of the main reasons Rome has welcomed millions of travelers each year. Certain spots such as the Arcibasilica di San Giovanni, Colosseum, and Pantheon are the most popular and most visited destinations within the city. However, by just walking around the city, you will feel very relax and excited with their unique Western culture.

6. London, United Kingdom

Another world tourist point of interest is the London city of the United Kingdom. London is indeed best known as a beautiful city with great calm and gentleness. While many of its people are very welcome to the foreigners, London has many outstanding destinations to serve its visitors the unique experience they are unlikely to find somewhere else. Without any question, the city view of London is hugely wonderful as one of the most modern and historical cities, which has been built thousands of years ago. Lastly, if you are to visit London, never forget to witness the awesomeness of the London Big Ben clock with your own eyes.

5. Prague, Czech Republic

Located as well in Europe and like many other European cities, this Prague of the Czech Republic has possessed a lot of European cultural influences, and you can expect many westernized way of living over the area, accordingly. However, there are so many places and unique lifestyle of the people in Prague that has formed the original sense and mood of Prague as well as its own impressive identity. Such things can be found in their living environment itself and a few other tourism spots such as the Old Town (Stare Mesto), the Starmestske namesti, Charles Bridge, and the St. Vitus Cathedral. These are just some of the main locations which will bring you the original taste of Prague.

4. Hanoi, Vietnam

Back to Southeast Asia, a very nice city to visit would be the Hanoi city in Vietnam. Compared to many other cities in Western countries, the real excitement visiting Hanoi is almost completely different. In terms of modernity, Hanoi is, of course, not comparable to those. Nevertheless, it has its own beauty which others do not possess. Related to the historical site, Hanoi has also had many of them which are the proof of its own history. Aside from that, Hanoi has had many entertainments many visitors can enjoy to the max such as its night life and the beautiful pubs around the city.

3. Istanbul, Turkey

Up until now, it almost comes to the number 1 most visited city in the world. However, for now, it is the turn of the third best city to visit, and that is the Istanbul in Turkey. Either the economic, cultural and political aspect, they are all happening majorly in Istanbul for Turkey. At the same time, Istanbul has as well attracted a great number of visitors each year, injecting more income to its economy. And, the places that seem most eye-catching for the travelers in Istanbul are the Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, and the Blue Mosque.

2. Siem Reap, Cambodia

The second last best city to visit is the Seim Reap of Cambodia. It is almost unbelievable that this happens since Cambodia is a small, developing country which does not seem to have much to offer to the tourists. However, the increasing number of the visitors who keep coming to this little country has proven the real fact of how amazing Cambodia is, especially her Siem Reap. Cambodia might not have huge buildings and the rich economy as many other countries do, but she has a gentle, lovable welcome smile to every visitor who comes and visit her. As well, within Siem Reap province, there are thousands of historical temples which are the amazing work and obvious evidence of the historical story of this country, and her Angkor Wat temple has also been marked as one of the 7 wonders of the world. Another especial place for visitors in Siem Reap is the Pub Street. Many of them have found this area very enjoyable with the food, drinks, the massage fish, and more.

1. Marrakesh, Morocco

Eventually, the number one best city to visit according to many visitors and the TripAdvisor is to reveal, and that is the Marrakesh of Morocco. Let’s now go straight to the major tourist attractions within the city. The most popular thing to do in this city would be to explore and find the real excitement around the city because the city itself has been built with the inclusion of its civilized culture as well as their architectural arts. The lifestyle of people living in this city is also very unique and worth exploring. More importantly, that is what many travelers feel great about when visiting Marrakesh. Likewise, please also spend some time at Jardin Majorelle, Ben Youssef Madrasa and the Medina of Marrakesh.