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Popular attractions to visit in the UAE, Middle East region and the world in 2024

For the first time ever, the Empire State Building in New York City climbed to the top as the No. 1 attraction globally
Popular attractions to visit in the UAE, Middle East region and the world in 2024
‘Best of the Best’ is the highest honor and the winners are among the top 1 percent of listings on TripAdvisor

If you are looking for some of the popular attractions to visit in the Middle East and the rest of the world, here is a handy list for you. Tripadvisor, a travel guidance platform, has announced the winners of its annual 2024 Travelers’ Choice Awards ‘Best of the Best Things to Do’, highlighting the highest-rated experiences and attractions around the world based on reviews.

“With more than 1.4 million activities and experiences, Tripadvisor is a go-to resource for travelers to discover and book their next adventure, no matter what ‘adventure’ means to them,” said Kristen Dalton, president of Tripadvisor.

“Experiences make a trip, and our ‘Best of the Best Things to Do’ awards offer some of the highest-rated activities from across the world, highlighted by our community of travelers,” she added.

So, whether you’re a thrill seeker or a leisurely explorer, this list provides you with the most popular attractions chosen by global travelers.

Top 10 attractions in the world

1. Empire State Building, New York CityUnited States

Top 10 attractions

2. Eiffel Tower, Paris, France

Eiffel Tower illuminated at night viewed from a rooftop.

3. Anne Frank HouseAmsterdam, The Netherlands

Modern building reflected in a winter canal at sunset.

4. Basílica de la Sagrada FamiliaBarcelona, Spain

Ornate basilica with towers under clear blue sky.

5. Cayman Crystal CavesGrand CaymanCaribbean

Subterranean pool in cavern adorned with stalactites and stalagmites.

6. Colosseum, Rome, Italy

Illuminated Roman arch and Colosseum at twilight.

7. Louvre Museum, Paris, France

Illuminated glass pyramid at night in front of a classical building.

8. Gardens by the Bay, SingaporeSingapore

Supertrees stand in a lush garden with modern buildings in the background.

9. Duomo di MilanoMilan, Italy

Gothic cathedral illuminated at dusk in a city square.

10. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Abu Dhabi, UAE

White mosque with domes and minarets under a clear blue sky.

Top 10 attractions in the Middle East

1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Abu Dhabi, UAETop 10 attractions

2. Petra, Wadi Musa, Jordan

Top 10 attractions

3. Burj Khalifa, Dubai, UAE

Burj Khalifa

4. The Dubai Fountain, Dubai, UAE

Top 10 attractions

5. The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, Cairo, Egypt

Top 10 attractions

6. Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Large white palace with domes and gardens by the coast.

7. Al Noor Island, Sharjah, UAE

Al Noor Island

8. Valley of Kings, Luxor, Egypt

Top 10 attractions

9. Pyramids of Giza, Giza, Egypt

Sphinx with pyramids at sunset and camel nearby.

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10. Temple of Karnak, Luxor, Egypt

Top 10 attractions

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