April 6, 2026 03:53 AM

Which City Has Been Hailed the Top Destination in the World for Solo Travelers for 2026?

Here's a clue: it's a European capital.

Dublin, Ireland
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Solo traveling has picked up a lot of traction in the past couple of years, but let's be honest. Not all destinations fit the bill for solo traveling.

If you happen to be planning for such a trip, maybe you should consider the city that Tripadvisor has hailed as the top destination in the world for 2026 for solo travelers.

Tripadvisor Hails Dublin as Top Destination for Solo Travelers

Yes, you read that right. According to Tripadvisor, Ireland's vibrant capital, Dublin, is the top destination for solo travelers for 2026.

Dublin is home to a number of tourist attractions that will interest solo travelers, including Dublin Castle, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Christ Church Cathedral, and the Spire of Dublin. Parks are also aplenty in Dublin, so make sure to visit Phoenix Park and St. Stephen's Green.

The city has also been generally seen as safe for solo travelers. In fact, Ireland as a whole ranks second in the 2025 Global Peace Index.

And of course, for those who like a good drink, Dublin is the place to go to for some Guinness.

Tripadvisor's Top Destinations for Solo Travelers 2026

Wondering which other countries have been included in Tripadvisor's top destinations for solo travelers this year? Check out the full list below.

  1. Dublin (Ireland)
  2. Berlin (Germany)
  3. London (United Kingdom)
  4. Santiago (Chile)
  5. Edinburgh (United Kingdom)
  6. New York City (United States of America)
  7. Hanoi (Vietnam)
  8. Madrid (Spain)
  9. Bali (Indonesia)
  10. Cape Town Central (South Africa)
  11. Amsterdam (The Netherlands)
  12. Cusco (Peru)
  13. Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
  14. Corsica (France)
  15. Lisbon (Portugal)
  16. Prague (Czech Republic)
  17. Barcelona (Spain)
  18. Seoul (South Korea)
  19. Sydney (Australia)
  20. Sicily (Italy)
  21. Toyosu (Japan)
  22. Split (Croatia)
  23. Cancun (Mexico)
  24. Krakow (Poland)
  25. Piraeus (Greece)
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