13. Florence, Italy
Tourists lose themselves in the natural and man-made beauty of this riverside city. From the Renaissance architecture to the world-class art museums and romantic waterside restaurants, visitors fall in love with Florence over and over again. That’s why over 12.5 million tourists flocked to the Tuscan capital in 2013.

12. New York City, New York
Often noted as the greatest city in the world, New York offers a visitor experience like none else. Recognized as the dining and shopping capital of the world, New York’s multicultural fabric of city streets is an urban wanderer’s dream. Over 8 million people call NYC home, while nearly 55 million tried to get a glimpse of what life is like in the bustling metropolis in 2013.
