city tourism
Metropolitan travel industry
City tourism is travel to urban destinations for leisure, culture, or entertainment.
It encompasses sightseeing, visiting museums and landmarks, sampling local food, and experiencing nightlife.
Cities compete for tourists through marketing campaigns and infrastructure development: City tourism accounts for a growing share of the local economy.
Distinguished from beach, adventure, or rural tourism by its focus on built environments and cultural amenities.
- hostelsInexpensive shared accommodations
- walking tourGuided exploration on foot
- art galleriesSpaces showcasing visual works
- local businessesNearby commercial establishments
- festivalsOrganized communal celebrations
cultural heritage sites · museums · concerts · historical sites · public transit systems · public squares · craft markets · souvenir shop · tourist trap · monuments · landmarks · restaurants · food tour · pedestrian zones · cafes · observation decks · street art · airports
city tourismrural tourism
Travel to countryside areas
nature tourism · ecotourism · agritourism · beach tourism · safari tourism
city tourismadventure tourism
Vacationing through challenging physical activities