"What keeps NYC at the top isn't a single attraction but its idiosyncratic juxtapositions: Broadway premieres and late-night jazz, world-class museums and street-corner pizza, historic neighborhoods and ever-evolving cultural scenes. Whether you're a first-timer ticking off the classics (a ride on the Staten Island ferry, a look down from the Empire State Building, a stroll through Central Park) or a repeat visitor hungry for the latest gallery openings, restaurants and buzzy nightlife spots, there's always a good reason to come."
"This year's Tripadvisor list also highlights the variety of experiences on offer across the U.S., from the neon buzz and swagger of Las Vegas (number two) to the breezy beaches of O'ahu (number three), from the soulful rhythms of New Orleans (number five) to the charming streets of Charleston (number 7). But in a travel landscape crowded with options, New York's eclectic character and endless layers keep it at the top of the list."
Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice rankings place New York City as the top U.S. destination and tenth worldwide, trailing only global bucket-list cities such as Bali, London, Dubai, Paris and Rome. The ranking credits New York's blend of culture, cuisine, arts and nightlife, emphasizing juxtapositions like Broadway premieres alongside late-night jazz and world-class museums beside street-corner pizza. Iconic experiences include the Staten Island ferry, Empire State Building views and Central Park strolls, while repeat visitors seek new galleries, restaurants and nightlife. The U.S. list also highlights diverse choices nationwide, with Las Vegas second, O'ahu third, New Orleans fifth and Charleston seventh.
Read at Time Out New York
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