Over 186,000 T+L readers completed the 2024 survey.
The final scores are averages of these responses.
San Miguel de Allende took the No.
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1 spot, up fromNo.
5 last year, joining two other Mexican cities: Oaxaca (at No.
- and Mexico City (No.
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2 spot from last year, and newcomers San Sebastian (No.
12), Marbella (No.
13), and Barcelona (No.
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See why T+L readers favored these cities around the world.
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1 spot this year goes to MexicosSan Miguel de Allende, up from the No.
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5 spot last year.
Reader Score: 91.88
2.
Udaipur, India
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Landing in the No.
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One reader noted, This city will further enrich [your] understanding of India.
Reader Score: 91.75
3.
Kyoto, Japan
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Maintaining its No.
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3 spot from last year, Kyoto is worth visitingany time of year.
Once the capital of Japan, it offers a culture-filled getaway with beautiful gardens and serene temples.
Must-see attractions include the Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine, the Kinkaku-ji temple, and Pontocho Alley.
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Reader Score: 91.49
4.
Reader Score: 90.67
5.
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Up from No.
11 last year,Thailands Chiang Maiis a longtime favorite among readers.
And being a mountain destination, there are opportunities for hiking nearby, too.
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Reader Score: 90.64
6.
From its stunning Renaissance-era art and architecture to its delicious food, theres no wrong way to doFlorence.
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Reader Score: 90.55
7.
Bangkok, Thailand
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BustlingBangkokmakes its way back to our list once again.
Luckily, the Suvarnabhumi Airport makes all of this and more accessible.
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Reader Score: 90.27
8.
Of course, the options for foodies are endless, with sushi, ramen, and Instagram-worthy desserts.
Reader Score: 90.04
9.
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4 in all of Asia this year, according to T+L readers.
Reader Score: 90.00
10.
Reader Score: 89.82
11.
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The city in southern Mexico, which landed the No.
As for sightseeing, Oaxaca is home to fascinating ancient ruins and a fabulous art scene.
Reader Score: 89.71
12.
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Reader Score: 89.66
13.
Reader Score: 89.57
14.
Reader Score: 89.28
15.
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As for where to stay, one reader said the Mandarin Oriental is the best luxury resort.
Reader Score: 89.17
16.
Istanbul, Turkey
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Voted the No.
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1 city in Europe in 2023 and No.
Reader Score: 89.15
17.
Wine lovers, too, will love visiting, thanks to the idyllic vineyards in Constantia Valley.
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Reader Score: 88.87
18.
Perfectly put by one reader, It has so much to offer.
Excellent food, vino, sight, history.
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This city should be on everyone’s list of places to visit.
Reader Score: 88.85
19.
Kolkata, India
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Formerly Calcutta, Kolkata is new to our Worlds Best list.
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Travelers can also pay a visit to Mother House to see where Mother Teresa is buried.
Reader Score: 88.60
20.
Stroll the Piazza Navona or take a step inside the vast Vatican City to see the Sistine Chapel.
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If you plan accordingly, you may even be able to see the Pope.
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Reader Score: 88.44
21.
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Jaipur is also home to tons of markets selling jewelry, rugs, and clothing.
Reader Score: 88.23
22.
This place is like going back in time, one reader wrote.
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In other words, travelers cant go wrong here.
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Reader Score: 87.99
23.
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Barcelona, Spain
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In bustlingBarcelona, youll find the perfect combination of history and modernity.
Reader Score: 87.94
24.
Reader Score: 87.85
25.
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All the best things you could imagine are in this incredible city, one reader wrote.
Beautiful place, a lot of history, and the food and nightlife are unique.
Its awe-inspiring architecture also resulted in the city being designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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