The 19 most visited cities around the world in 2019

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19. Bali, Indonesia — 8.26 million.

19. Bali, Indonesia — 8.26 million.

Bali's beaches and temples have helped make it one of the most popular tourist spots in South East Asia.

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18. Palma de Mallorca, Spain — 8.96 million.

18. Palma de Mallorca, Spain — 8.96 million.

It's easy to see the appeal in Palma's colourful buildings, beaches, fortresses, and art scene — especially when it sits right on the Mediterranean Sea.

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17. Barcelona, Spain — 9.09 million.

17. Barcelona, Spain — 9.09 million.

Barcelona has it all — history, art, architecture, fabulous food, and a pretty superb beach, too.

16. Milan, Italy — 9.10 million.

16. Milan, Italy — 9.10 million.

This fast-paced city isn't just big on business, but also art, fashion, and food — so it's understandable why more tourists than ever are flocking there.

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15. Pattaya, Thailand — 9.44 million.

15. Pattaya, Thailand — 9.44 million.

The first Thai city to make the list sits on the country's eastern Gulf coast and is known for its beaches.

14. Phuket, Thailand — 9.89 million.

14. Phuket, Thailand — 9.89 million.

Just ahead of Pattaya is Phuket, where visitors can expect a beach paradise and lush jungles.

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13. Makkah, Saudi Arabia — 10 million.

13. Makkah, Saudi Arabia — 10 million.

Makkah's tourists splash out when they're in the city — the amount they spend per day is second only to Dubai, according to the ranking.

12. Osaka, Japan — 10.14 million.

12. Osaka, Japan — 10.14 million.

Japan's third-largest city, the vibrant Osaka is ideal for anyone seeking a culinary adventure and plenty of culture.

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11. Seoul, South Korea — 11.25 million.

11. Seoul, South Korea — 11.25 million.

The capital of South Korea is certainly metropolitan — here you'll find skyscrapers, temples, and street markets alike.

10. Antalya, Turkey — 12.41 million.

10. Antalya, Turkey — 12.41 million.

A popular place for yacht owners, Antalya may have fabulous beaches, but it's also known for its history as it was once a major Roman port.

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9. Tokyo, Japan — 12.93 million.

9. Tokyo, Japan — 12.93 million.

Tokyo is expecting the largest uptake in visitors on last year of any city on the list.

8. Istanbul, Turkey — 13.4 million.

8. Istanbul, Turkey — 13.4 million.

The second Turkish city to make this list, tourists head to Istanbul for its stunning mosques, mosaics, as well as modern skyscrapers and malls.

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7. New York City, USA — 13.6 million.

7. New York City, USA — 13.6 million.

The appeal of New York City never seems to die, as more visitors will visit the Big Apple this year than last.

6. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — 13.79 million.

6. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — 13.79 million.

The capital of Malaysia, you'll likely recognize its iconic modern skyline, highlighted by its Petronas Twin Towers.

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5. Singapore — 14.67 million.

5. Singapore — 14.67 million.

This city-state may be a financial hub, but its tropical climate and luxury hotels are a major draw for international tourists.

4. Dubai, United Arab Emirates — 15.93 million.

4. Dubai, United Arab Emirates — 15.93 million.

The index showed that visitors to Dubai spend more than in any other city, with an incredible $553 per day.

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3. London, England — 19.09 million.

3. London, England — 19.09 million.

Down one place from 2018, London was the only city on this list to actually see a decrease in visitors over the past year, with 4% less heading to the capital.

2. Paris, France — 19.1 million.

2. Paris, France — 19.1 million.

Taking the second-place spot from London since last year, no matter the weather, tourists love Paris for its stunning gardens, fountains, and watch-the-world-g0-by attitude.

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1. Bangkok, Thailand — 22.78 million.

1. Bangkok, Thailand — 22.78 million.

The most visited city for the fourth year in a row, visitors to Bangkok also spend the third most of any city on the list.