According to PANDER statistics, France was the most popular country among travelers in 2024, welcoming 89.4 million tourists.
Industry experts reviewed global tourism rankings and compiled a list of the most popular countries among tourists worldwide.
Here are the top 10 most visited countries in 2024:
1. France – 89.4 million
France is the most visited country in the world with 89.4 million visitors. This is a testament to its enduring popularity among tourists, who are attracted by France’s diverse regional culture, historical sites, museums, gastronomy, and romantic charm.
2. Spain – 83.7 million
Spain ranks second with 83.7 million visitors. It is not surprising that Spain is often considered one of the most visited countries in the world. Its combination of historical richness, sunny coastline, architectural beauty, flamenco music, and bullfighting experiences draws tourists to this country.
3. United States – 79.3 million
The United States, a country of enormous landscape diversity and iconic landmarks, ranks third with 79.3 million international visitors. As one of the most visited countries in the world, it offers an endless list of tourist attractions: from the bustling streets of New York to the golden shores of California and the amusement parks of Florida.
4. China – 65.7 million
5. Italy – 64.5 million
6. Turkey – 51.2 million
7. Mexico – 45 million
8. Thailand – 39.8 million
9. Germany – 39.6 million
10. United Kingdom – 39.4 million
