25/08/2025
Asian Cities Shine in Global Tourism Rankings 2025
Asia continues to dominate the world stage as a hub for tourism, with several of its cities ranked among the most attractive destinations in the Global Tourism Cities Attractiveness Index 2025. According to the latest Global City Index, Osaka, Japan, takes the crown as the world’s most attractive tourism city, followed closely by Kyoto in third place. This reflects Japan’s strong pull for international travelers seeking a blend of tradition, modernity, and unique cultural experiences.
South Korea’s capital, Seoul, comes in at number five globally, highlighting its rise as a global lifestyle and entertainment hub, fueled by the Korean Wave and cutting-edge urban culture. Bangkok at seventh, Dubai at ninth, and Singapore at fifteenth further underline Southeast and West Asia’s growing importance in global tourism. Notably, Jeju Island (16th), Okinawa (10th), and Bali (40th) showcase how smaller, nature-rich destinations are gaining traction alongside mega-cities.
China and Vietnam also make strong appearances, with Shanghai (28th), Beijing (38th), Nha Trang (31st), Da Nang (39th), and Hanoi (41st) carving a spot in the rankings. Meanwhile, Indonesia places two cities: Bali, already a world-famous paradise, and Jakarta, which holds the 50th position as a rising urban tourism destination.
Source: Global City Index