France is the most visited country in the world. Close to 100 million foreign tourists visited France in the year 2023. The following is a list of the top 10 most visited countries in the world. Let’s read.
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Top 10 most visited countries in the world
10. Austria
Located in the lap of majestic Alps mountain range, Austria hosted around 30.9 million international tourists in 2023. Austria is known for its culture, food, its castles and palaces, and of course for its natural beauty.
| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| Europe | around 30.9 million | 12 |
9. Greece
With nearly 32.7 million international tourist arrivals, Greece enters this top 10 list and takes the 9th spot. A country in the Balkans, Greece is known for its beautiful beaches, great weather, ancient ruins, and its culture.
| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| Europe | around 32.7 million | 19 |
8. Germany
You always expect Germany to be on the list of the top 10 most visited countries in the world. In 2023, Germany hosted around 34.8 million tourists from around the world. To help tourism, there are 52 UNESCO world heritage sites in Germany.
| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| Europe | around 34.8 million | 52 |
7. The United Kingdom
The United Kingdom as a whole is the seventh most visited destination in the world. London, the capital of England, and Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland are the topmost visited destination in the UK. The majority of tourists in the UK come from either USA or other high-income European countries.
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| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| Europe | around 37.2 million | 33 |
6. Mexico
Mexico constantly ranks in the top 10 most visited countries. From beautiful beaches to interesting archaeological sites, Mexico provides tourists with so many flavors. Around 42.2 million people enjoyed Mexico in the year 2023.
| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| North America | around 42.2 million | 35 |
5. Türkiye (Turkey)
This transcontinental country hosted around 55.2 million tourists in 2023. Türkiye (Turkey) is mostly famous for its beaches and historical sites. Some famous destinations are Istanbul, Antalya, Fethiye, etc.
| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| Asia and Europe | around 55.2 million | 21 |
4. Italy
Italy is a destination for all types of travelers. Whether you are a fan of art, architecture, or nature, Italy will not disappoint you. Around 57.3 million people visited Italy in 2023 making it the fourth most visited country in the world.
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| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| Europe | around 57.3 million | 59 |
3. USA
Along with being the third largest country by area and the world’s largest economy, the USA is the third most visited country in the world. Around 66.5 million international tourists visited the USA in 2023. The most visited cities in America are New York, Miami, Orlando, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.
| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| North America | around 66.5 million | 25 |
2. Spain
Tourism contributes a lot to Spain’s economy. It is the second most visited country in the world with around 85.2 million international tourist arrivals in the year 2023. Most international tourists in Spain come from the UK, Germany, and France. Barcelona, Madrid, and Seville are the most popular cities where tourists travel to in Spain.
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| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| Europe | around 85.2 million | 50 |
1. France
France has been the most visited country in the world for decades now. Around 100 million tourists visited France in the year 2023. Some top-rated destinations in France are – the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, the Palace of Versailles, the French Alps, etc.
| Continent | International tourist arrivals (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
| Europe | around 100 million | 52 |
List of the top 10 most visited countries in the world
| Ranking | Country | International Tourist Arrivals (million) (2023) | Number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | around 100 | 52 |
| 2 | Spain | around 85.2 | 50 |
| 3 | USA | around 66.5 | 25 |
| 4 | Italy | around 57.3 | 59 |
| 5 | Türkiye (Turkey) | around 55.2 | 21 |
| 6 | Mexico | around 42.2 | 35 |
| 7 | United Kingdom | around 37.2 | 33 |
| 8 | Germany | around 34.8 | 52 |
| 9 | Greece | around 32.7 | 19 |
| 10 | Austria | around 30.9 | 12 |
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Disclaimer: The stats may change with time.
I wonder how much the number of heritage sites affect foreign tourist arrivals?
Very much