Yanolja Research’s Global Tourism Attractiveness Index ranks 191 cities based on how tourists perceive and evaluate them. The index uses social media …
1/11Osaka, Japan — Rank 1 | Osaka topped Yanolja Research’s Global Tourism Attractiveness Index with a score of 10. It scored 9.09 for hospitality and 9.6 for experiential tourism content. The report said Osaka receives very positive evaluations from visitors. Food, shopping, accommodation, theme parks and nightlife are among the experiences that attract tourists to the city. (Image: Canva)
2/11Kyoto, Japan — Rank 2 | Kyoto secured the second spot on the list. The Japanese city is known for its traditional culture, historic sites and tourism experiences. Its ranking places it just behind Osaka among the world’s most attractive cities for tourists. (Image: Canva)
3/11New York, US — Rank 3 | New York ranked third in the Global Tourism Attractiveness Index. The city is a major international tourism destination, known for its landmarks, shopping, food and entertainment. It was the highest-ranked city outside Asia in the top three. (Image: Canva)
4/11Seoul, South Korea — Rank 4 | Seoul took the fourth position. The South Korean capital offers a mix of modern city experiences, food, shopping, entertainment and cultural attractions. Its strong tourism appeal placed it ahead of Paris in the global ranking. (Image: Canva)
5/11Paris, France — Rank 5 | Paris ranked fifth among the most attractive cities worldwide. The French capital remains a major tourism destination, with attractions linked to its culture, architecture, food and shopping. It was the first European city in the top five. (Image: Canva)
6/11London, UK — Rank 6 | London secured the sixth spot on the list. The city offers a wide range of attractions, including historic landmarks, museums, shopping areas and food experiences. It was the second European city to feature in the top 10. (Image: Canva)
7/11Rome, Italy — Rank 7 | Rome ranked seventh in the global attractiveness index. The Italian capital draws tourists with its historic sites, architecture, food and cultural experiences. It was one of three European cities in the top seven. (Image: Canva)
8/11Okinawa, Japan — Rank 8 | Okinawa was ranked eighth among the world’s most attractive cities. The Japanese destination is known for its coastal attractions, leisure experiences and distinctive local culture. It was the third Japanese entry in the top 10. (Image: Canva)
9/11Bangkok, Thailand — Rank 9 | Bangkok secured the ninth position. Thailand’s capital offers tourists a combination of food, shopping, nightlife and cultural experiences. The city was the only Southeast Asian destination in the top 10. (Image: Canva)
10/11Dubai, UAE — Rank 10 | Dubai rounded off the top 10. The UAE city is known for its modern attractions, shopping, hospitality and entertainment options. It was the only Middle Eastern city in the top 10. (Image: Canva)
11/11Delhi, India — Rank 36 | Delhi ranked 36th in the Global Tourism Attractiveness Index. However, it stood at 25th in Yanolja Research’s overall city rankings. The ranking places Delhi among the cities included in the global assessment of tourist perceptions and experiences. (Image: Canva)
