“Lonely Planet”: The third best city in the world is located in Quebec

Do you dream of visiting one of the best cities on the planet? All you have to do is stay in Montreal, according to Lonely planet Who classified the capital The third among the most interesting cities to visit On the planet in 2024.

Montreal finds itself on the podium of must-see cities due to its numerous festivals and events, unique neighbourhoods, culinary scene and art galleries, and boasts… Lonely planet In his list that he revealed on Wednesday.

“This year, with new museums, renewed attractions, increasingly dynamic restaurants, and more accessible transportation options, the capital region is ready to go,” the magazine explained to justify its choice.

Montreal is the only Canadian city to make it to the list of the top 10 cities to watch in 2024. In fact, on the occasion of its 50th anniversary, Lonely planet It has developed five distinct classifications – countries, regions, cities, sustainable development and values ​​– from which Canada is excluded entirely, with the exception of Montreal.

The distinction awarded to the city was a joy for Tourisme Montréal.

“To be one of the top 10 cities in the world in this special edition 50^H “The anniversary is a real achievement for Montreal, and a sign that the city provides a truly special attraction for visitors from all over the world,” said its president and CEO Yves Lalumière enthusiastically.

The city surpassed Paris, which is preparing to host the Summer Olympics, and Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, which is preparing to become a major cultural center.

10 cities in the world worth visiting in 2024, according to Lonely planet

1- Nairobi, Kenya

2- Paris, France

3- Montreal, Canada

4- Mostar, Bosnia

5- Philadelphia, USA

6- Manaus, Brazil

7- Jakarta, Indonesia

8- Prague, Czech Republic

9- Izmir, Türkiye

10- Kansas City, USA