The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

By Hoang Vu   June 8, 2024 | 04:00 am PT
Online gaming company Solitaired has revealed a list of the most boring tourist attractions in the world, and the U.S. dominated the top 10.
The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

The world's most boring attraction was the Branson Scenic Railway in Missouri, the U.S.

The heritage railroad departs from an old depot in downtown Branson and operates in the scenic Ozark Mountains for an approximate 64 km round trip.

Solitaired said it compiled the list of the world's 100 most boring tourist attractions based on Google reviews.

The list was drawn up by an analysis of 66.7 million reviews of 3,290 popular tourist attractions worldwide, spanning 384 cities across 71 countries.

The company focused its analysis on keyword mentions indicative of a weary tourist such as"bored", "tiresome", "dull", "drab", "lackluster”, "mediocre" and more. A higher score, on a scale from 0-5, means more boredom.

The Branson Scenic Railway earned a score of 5.

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The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

Illuminarium Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. came second on the list with a score of 4.5.

The immersive theater provides expedition in virtual reality, allowing visitors discover the wonders across the world.

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The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

Jurassic Jungle Boat Ride in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, U.S., scored 3.7.

It is an indoor ride where boats take visitors floating down a river with lifelike dinosaurs popping out and roaring.

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The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

Salem Witch Museum in Salem, Massachusetts, scored 3.4.

The museum is about the Witch Trials of 1692. It is open for children from age 6.

Photo courtesy of the museum

The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta, also the U.S. scored 3.4.

It is one of three Lego centers in the top 10 most boring destinations in the world, according to the reviews.

Photo courtesy of the center's Facebook page

The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

Adler Planetarium in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., scored 3.3.

The public museum, is dedicated to astronomy and astrophysics. It was founded in 1930 by local businessman Max Adler.

The museum hosts more than half a million visitors each year and reaches millions more through youth STEAM programs, neighborhood skywatching events and other efforts.

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The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

The Museum of Science & Industry in Tampa, Florida, U.S., scored 3.1.

Pictured is a sky trail rope course at the museum.

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The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

Shrek's Adventure London in the U.K. scored 2.9.

The tour takes between 45 minutes and an hour, combining live shows and classic sets from the Shrek films, a 4D ride, special effects and DreamWorks animation.

Photo courtesy of Shrek's Adventure London

The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Dallas/Fort Worth in Texas, U.S., scored 2.9.

Pictured is visitors participating in an activity at the center's Kingdom Quest Laser Ride.

Photo courtesy of legolanddiscoverycenter.com

The 10 most boring attractions in the world, based on tourists' reviews

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Toronto in Canada scored 2.8.

The place is voted number 9 among 46 things to do in Vaughan on Tripadvisor.

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