As per data from Euromonitor International, in 2024, Hong Kong is the fourth most visited city in the world. The unique fusion of culture, food, and urban vibrancy makes this city a must-see for people from all over the world.

According to the data, the title of the most visited city in the world in 2024 goes to Bangkok, followed by Istanbul, London, Hong Kong, Mecca, Antalya, Dubai, Macau, Paris, and Kuala Lumpur.

The most visited cities in the world in 2024 have experienced significant growth, reflecting not only the changing preferences of travelers but also the ever-evolving industry of tourism.

Numerous destinations have simplified their visa processes, EsromMonitor International noted, by implementing electronic travel authorizations, and they have expanded the entry of short-term, visa-free travelers in 2024.

Regarding Hong Kong, tourists from abroad who come on group tours can enter the mainland city of Guangdong for six days under the 144-hour visa-exemption policy. More recent policy changes now allow foreign travelers visiting Hong Kong and the 10 other mainland cities that fall under this policy to transit through and visit cities in 24 other provinces as well. They can do so for up to 10 days because of a recent extension from the central government, which now allows a total of 54 foreign nationalities to take advantage of this extended visit.