Tripadvisor ranking of the Best Destinations in the world in 2026
- Valerie Charoux
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Travel & Tourism News – Here is the Tripadvisor ranking of the Best Destinations in the world in 2026 with images, according to The Travelers’ Choice Awards:
Tripadvisor ranking of Best Destinations in the world in 2026:
1 – Bali – Indonesia
Bali ranks No. 1 Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Bali is a living postcard. Soak up the sun on a stretch of fine white sand or head underwater to dive along coral ridges or the colorful wreck of a WWII war ship. On shore, the lush jungle shelters stone temples and mischievous monkeys.
2 – London – UK
London ranks 2nd Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
From Shoreditch’s swaggering style to Camden’s punky vibe and chic Portobello Road, London is many worlds in one. The city’s energy means that no two days are the same. Explore historic sites, snap a pic in front of an iconic landmark, eat and drink in exclusive Michelin-starred restaurants, enjoy a pint in a traditional pub, or get lost down winding cobbled streets.
3 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Dubai ranks 3rd Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Dubai is a destination that mixes modern culture with history, adventure with world-class shopping and entertainment. Catch a show at the Dubai Opera, see downtown from atop the Burj Khalifa, or spend an afternoon along Dubai Creek exploring the gold, textiles, and spice souks.
4 – Hanoi – Vietnam
Hanoi ranks 4th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
The charming Vietnamese capital has aged well—preserving the Old Quarter, monuments, and colonial architecture—while making room for modern developments.
5 – Paris – France
Paris ranks 5th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine, and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris trip combines leisure and liveliness.
6 – Rome – Italy
Paris ranks 6th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Rome is a real-life collage of piazzas, open-air markets, and astonishing historic sites. Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, contemplate the Colosseum and the Pantheon, and sample a perfect espresso or gelato before spending an afternoon shopping at the Campo de’Fiori.
7 – Marrakesh - Morocco
Marrakesh ranks 7th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Marrakesh is a magical place, brimming with markets, gardens, palaces, and mosques. Exploring the intimate courtyards and snaking alleyways of the historic Medina can easily eat up a day.
8 – Bangkok – Thailand
Bangkok ranks 8th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
There's no getting around it: Bangkok is intense. Temples swarm with crowds. Street food sizzles into the early hours. The heat doesn't quit. And the nightlife—from the Patpong entertainment district to ritzy rooftop bars—is nonstop.
9 – Crete – Greece
Crete ranks 9th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Crete is rich with archaeological and mythological history, which you can dive into ancient ruins all over the island. The awesome Minoan ruins of Malia date to 1900 BC, and majestic Mt. Ida is said to be home to the cave where Zeus was born.
10 – New York – USA
New York ranks 10th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Conquering New York on one visit is impossible. Instead, hit the must-sees—the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art—and then explore off the beaten path with visits to The Cloisters or one of the city’s libraries.
11 - Siem Reap – Cambodia
Siem Reap ranks 11th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
When the morning light washes over the overgrown temples and ruins of Angkor Wat, a simple Siem Reap sunrise becomes a profound event. The ancient structures are contained within one of the largest religious complexes in the world.
12 – Istanbul – Türkiye
Istanbul ranks 12th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Istanbul is a city that mixes old and new, and the best way to explore it is through its mahalles (neighborhoods). Get your history fix in Beyoğlu—it’s chock-full of 19th-century European elegance—or head to Sultanahmet and see the holy sites.
13 – Cusco – Peru
Cusco ranks 13th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Incan majesty and Andean baroque exist side-by-side in Cusco's stone streets, and you can see the cultural melting pot for yourself in the Plaza de Armas, home to both the Qoriacancha palace and the church of Santo Domingo.
14 – Barcelona – Spain
Barcelona ranks 14th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Barcelona feels a bit surreal—appropriate, since Salvador Dali spent time here and Spanish Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí designed several of the city’s buildings, including the iconic Sagrada Familia cathedral.
15 – Lisbon – Portugal
Lisbon ranks 15th Best Destination in the world in 2026 according to the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards.
At first glance, Lisbon’s got everything you could want from a centuries-old European city, from winding cobblestone streets to medieval castles. But it’s more than just its past. Now, the older sights feel right at home within Lisbon’s more modern vibe.
