The World's Biggest Tourist Attractions That Aren't Worth The Hype
By Audrey Fox
VACATIONS
Checkpoint Charlie
During the Cold War, Berlin was separated into parts, and travelers passed through Checkpoint Charlie to move between areas. Today, the area is a tourist trap.
"It was a total waste of time going here. It's nothing more than a hut in the middle of the street [...] cheap souvenirs and pseudo-American food," says a Tripadvisor user.
Taj Mahal
While this temple is gorgeous, Tripadvisor reviewers say that the experience is ruined by visitors who leave trash, write on the marble, and don't respect the space.
The Mona Lisa
The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci is housed in the Louvre in Paris, France, where anyone can stop and take a look — but only if they're willing to brave the crowds.
As a Redditor states, "There is a massive crowd around it, and when you get past it, there is a massive glass cage and the painting is this tiny rectangle that's 7 feet away."
Blue Lagoon
Megan of Traverse blog says of this natural spa in Iceland, "You are never floating more than a few feet from the nearest person [...] expect lines and wait times too."
Stonehenge
While Stonehenge offers a glimpse into England's wild, untamed past, you're not allowed to walk among the stones anymore, prices are high, and there are massive crowds.