The time has come to find out what the 25 best attractions in the world chosen by travelers – with the right to have two Brazilian women on the list! The ranking is the result of the “Travelers' Choice 2024 – Best of the Best” award from the travel platform TripAdvisor.
The list includes everything from historical architectural monuments to places full of natural beauty, including in Brazil! The award is the biggest recognition on the global platform.
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According to TripAdvisor, the survey is based on reviews from site users. The result takes into account the quality and quantity of reviews and ratings from travelers. All of this related to tours, experiences, activities and attractions in the world, over a 12-month period.
Best Attractions in the World 2024
10th place: Sheikh Zayed Mosque (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates)
Considered one of the most beautiful works in the United Arab Emirates, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque It is an unmissable visit for anyone taking a trip to Abu Dhabi. The mosque is grand and absolutely stunning, in addition to being open to foreigners, which is very rare in Muslim countries.
Read more in our Dubai Guide.
9th place: Milan Cathedral (Milan, Italy)
The beautiful Milan Cathedralalso called Milan Duomo (Duomo di Milano), is the fourth largest church in Europe and, not surprisingly, it ended up in the top 10 of the ranking. Its majestic construction impresses with its rich detail, monumental size and artistic work.
Read more in our Milan Guide.
8th place: Gardens by the Bay (Singapore)
O Gardens by the Bay is one of the biggest attractions in Singapore and an unmissable program in the city. It's that kind of place that is worth visiting even when time is short. One of the biggest postcards in the city!
Read more in our Singapore Guide.
7th place: Louvre Museum (Paris, France)
O Louvre Museumin Paris, is the largest art museum in the world and an unmissable visit for anyone in the French capital. Home to the famous Mona Lisa, by Leonardo da Vinci, the Louvre in itself is a great work of art.
Read more in our Paris Guide.
6th place: Colosseum (Rome, Italy)
The historic Coliseum It lost some places, but remains in the top 10. The place is an ancient Roman arena, where gladiators fought. There are those who say that it is not possible to visit Rome and not see the attraction, as the place is fascinating and considered the largest amphitheater in the world.
Read more in our Rome Guide.
5th place: Crystal Caves (Cayman Islands)
In addition to the beaches, the Cayman Islands have a geological gem called Crystal Caves. Opened for tourism recently, the caves have stunning limestone formations. Don't miss the visit!
4th place: Basilica of the Sagrada Familia (Barcelona, Spain)
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After winning first place in 2022 and 2023, the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia came in fourth place. The symbol of charming Barcelona It began to be built in the 19th century and is still under construction today. Architect Antoni Gaudí was in charge of the sumptuous construction, rich in details, until the end of his life.
Read more in our Barcelona Guide.
3rd place: Anne Frank House (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
A Anne Frank House is one of the most visited museums in Amsterdam, in Netherlands, built around the small place where the young woman and her family hid from the Nazis and where she wrote her famous diary. To be able to visit the place you need to buy tickets well in advance, as the attraction is very popular.
Read more in our Amsterdam Guide.
2nd place: Eiffel Tower (Paris, France)
It is no surprise to find the Eiffel Towerin Paris, on the list. The monument is one of the most visited in the world. Planned for the centenary of the French Revolution, the Eiffel Tower is 330 meters high and weighs 7,300 tons of iron. The imposing architectural work, created by engineer Gustave Eiffel, was inaugurated on March 31, 1889 and to this day causes a stir among tourists.
Read more in our Paris Guide.
1st place: Empire State Building (New York, United States)
After being in 5th place in the previous ranking, the famous Empire State Building won this year's award with more than 60,000 five-star reviews on TripAdvisor.
Famous in cinemas, the building was considered for a few decades to be the tallest in the world, measuring 370 meters high. Today, it remains an unmissable stopping point for anyone who wants to admire New York from a new angle.
Read more in our New York Guide.
Brazil: best attractions
21st place: Iguaçu Falls (Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil)
Among the 25 best tourist attractions in the world are the famous and grandiose waterfalls of Iguaçu. Considered one of the Seven Wonders of Nature, the place has stood out for years on TripAdvisor.
The 275 cataloged falls form the largest set of waterfalls in the world, located in the Iguaçu National Park, on the border between Brazil and Argentina.
25th place: Christ the Redeemer (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
The incredible statue of Christ the Redeemer, known as the symbol of Brazil abroad, narrowly entered the world list! With its 30 meters in height and 8 meters in pedestal, the iconic place was opened in 1931 and is located at the top of Morro do Corcovado, 710 meters high, and in the middle of the largest urban forest in the world, the Tijuca Forest.
Without a doubt, its view is simply sensational. So you already know why it made the ranking, right? If you are visiting Rio de Janeiro, going to Christ the Redeemer is an unmissable trip, with jaw-dropping landscapes!
Read more in our Rio de Janeiro Guide.
Check out the complete ranking at site from TripAdvisor.
* Cover photo: Monique Renne
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