TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Popular tourist destinations worldwide are never short of visitors, and getting in often requires standing in long lines. This not only drains energy but can also lead to frustration, diminishing the overall enjoyment of the attractions.
A recent study by solo travel experts Just You reveals that tourists can spend up to 20 hours waiting in line at some of the most visited sites. So, which locations have the longest queues?
As reported by Daily Mail, on Monday, May 5, 2025, the company analyzed wait times at several famous places in the world and identified nine tourist attractions with the longest queues that could be visited without a guided tour.
From the Taj Mahal in India to the Thermal Te Puia Nature Reserve in New Zealand, these are the tourist attractions with the longest queues.
1. Taj Mahal - Agra, India (4 hours)
This architectural masterpiece in India is at the top of the list for the longest queues. According to Just You, visitors can queue for up to four hours to explore the Taj Mahal mausoleum.
2. Uffizi Gallery - Florence, Italy (2 hours 30 minutes)
For art lovers, the Uffizi Gallery in Florence is a must-visit spot when vacationing in Italy. However, visitors can spend up to 2 hours and 30 minutes queuing to enter.
3. Colosseum - Rome, Italy (2 hours 30 minutes)
As the world's largest amphitheater, the Colosseum is famous for its bloody gladiator battles in the past. Many visitors are curious about its grandeur.
However, visitors often have to struggle against long queues to enjoy the Colosseum, even queuing for up to 2 hours and 30 minutes to enter.
4. Chateau de Versailles - Versailles, France (2 hours)
Versailles, one of France's most significant historical landmarks, draws over 15 million visitors each year. However, those planning to visit should be ready to wait in line for approximately two hours to gain entry.
5. Leaning Tower of Pisa - Pisa, Italy (1 hour 50 minutes)
Famous for its lean, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is known for its unique architectural style, making it one of the most popular tourist attractions in Italy.
The tower attracts more than 5 million visitors annually. Visitors have to wait up to 1 hour and 50 minutes to enter.
6. Blue Grotto - Capri, Italy (1 hour 30 minutes)
Blue Grotto, known for its blue water and mystical history. To experience this otherworldly sea cave, visitors often have to wait for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
7. Thermal Te Puia Nature Reserve - Rotorua, New Zealand (1 hour 30 minutes)
The Thermal Te Puia Nature Reserve in Rotorua is known for its boiling mud pools and Maori cultural experiences. Its distinctive offerings make Te Puia a top tourist destination in New Zealand. Visitors should expect to wait in line for about 1 hour and 30 minutes to explore the reserve.
8. Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii - Campania, Italy (1 hour 20 minutes)
The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii is a famous Catholic pilgrimage site known for its history and spiritual significance. Visitors can queue for up to 1 hour and 20 minutes to enter.
9. Tokyo Tower Observation Deck - Tokyo, Japan (1 hours)
Tokyo Tower provides a stunning panoramic view of Tokyo, Japan's vibrant capital. However, visitors often face long wait times of up to an hour before they can ascend to the observation deck. The wait can be a test of patience, especially during peak tourist seasons.
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