NYC is among the best destinations for solo travel in the world according to TripAdvisor

Solo travel can be intimidating, but it also gives you total freedom. You can eat where you want, linger where you want and change plans on a whim. TripAdvisor just released its 2026 Travelers Choice Awards, including Best of the Best Destinations, and, for the first time, the list includes awards for the best destinations for solo travel. The Best of the Best Awards are based on millions of reviews and ratings from October 2024 to September 2025. The solo travel category offers inspiration for the growing number of travelers looking to go at it alone, identifying the most welcoming and rewarding destinations for solo travelers. Just one U.S. city made the list.

New York City is TripAdvisor's number six best destination for solo travelers in 2026 all across the globe. Few destinations are better suited to solo exploration, after all. New York’s diversity means you can get a taste of the world in a compact area. Jump from Chinatown to Queens to Harlem in a single day, sampling cultures and cuisines along the way. The city's iconic attractions are all easy to explore alone: the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Central Park the Met. But solo travelers can also enjoy more off the beaten path spots like The Cloisters, the city's libraries or the West Village’s bohemian shops. And navigating bustling attractions like Grand Central Station? Much easier when you don't have to wrangle a group. Of course it's fun to share the NYC experience with friends and family, but the city makes a solo visit easy and rewarding.

The rest of the list spans the globe, with the top spot going to Dublin, home of the best-tasting Guinness, centuries of history, cozy pubs and designer boutiques. Between literary landmarks, medieval streets and cutting-edge restaurants, Dublin is easy to settle into on your own terms. The number two spot goes to Berlin, Germany's artsy, edgy capital. And wrapping up the top three is London, the iconic city of style, swagger and punk energy.

You can find the full list of Tripadvisor’s best destinations for solo travelers here.

Best destinations for solo travelers according to TripAdvisor

1. Dublin
2. Berlin
3. London
4. Santiago
5. Edinburgh
6. New York City
7. Hanoi
8. Madrid
9. Bali
10. Cape Town Central