London as a UK tourism hotspot

Statista spotlight report on London's contribution to tourism in the United Kingdom

London as a UK tourism hotspot

This Statista spotlight report investigates the significant contribution of London to tourism in the United Kingdom. Despite the challenges posed by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, London was the main gateway for inbound travelers to the UK in 2021, and among the most popular European destinations that year. While uncertainty over international travel persisted, domestic overnight trips in the city gained momentum. Meanwhile, London's rich cultural heritage remained one of the main tourist drivers in the UK's capital also during the health crisis.

This report presents a range of key statistics and facts on international and domestic travel in the United Kingdom and London, highlighting how the city acts as the country's tourism hotspot and how the reputation of its museums and cultural attractions does not stop at national borders.

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Key questions answered in this report:

  • How did tourism in the UK and London fare in 2021?
  • How does London contribute to tourism in the UK?
  • What are the leading attractions in London?

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