Hollywood Walk of Fame ranked ‘worst’ tourist destination in travel company study | Fox News
If you’ve ever dreamed of strolling down Hollywood Boulevard, spotting your favorite celebrity’s star, and soaking in movie magic, you’re not alone. For decades, the Hollywood Walk of Fame has symbolized global stardom. But a new data-driven tourism report suggests the reality doesn’t quite match the dream.
According to a 2026 study analyzing more than 100 famous attractions worldwide, the Hollywood Walk of Fame has been ranked the world’s worst tourist attraction, scoring just 2.67 out of 10. The finding has sparked debate among travelers, locals, and tourism experts alike.
Why the Hollywood Walk of Fame Ranked Last
The report, published by travel storage platform Stasher, didn’t rely on opinions alone. Instead, researchers used a multi-metric scoring system designed to reflect how modern tourists actually experience destinations.
The five factors analyzed included:
- Google Reviews (real visitor feedback)
- TikTok engagement (social media appeal)
- Distance from the nearest major airport
- Country safety rankings (Global Peace Index)
- Quality of local accommodations
When these elements were combined, the Hollywood Walk of Fame landed at the bottom of the global list.
Many visitors cited concerns about safety, overcrowding, and what they described as a “gritty” atmosphere—far removed from the glamorous image shaped by movies and pop culture.
One review summed it up plainly:
“The image you have is stardom and glitz, but the reality is just a busy city street lined with souvenir shops.”
Other Famous Attractions That Fell Short
Hollywood wasn’t alone in disappointing travelers. Several globally recognized landmarks also ranked poorly due to accessibility, security, or visitor overload.
Bottom-ranked attractions by overall score:
- Hollywood Walk of Fame, Los Angeles (USA) – 2.67
- The Dead Sea (Jordan/Israel) – 3.57
- Grand Bazaar, Istanbul (Turkey) – 3.86
- Great Wall of China (China) – 4.43
- Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong – 4.68
In the case of the Dead Sea, isolation and regional safety concerns weighed heavily. Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, while culturally rich, was criticized for overwhelming crowds and tourist fatigue.
How Social Media Is Changing Travel Expectations
Jacob Wedderburn-Day, founder of Stasher, points to social media distortion as a key issue.
“Famous doesn’t always mean worthwhile. Viral images create expectations that infrastructure and visitor experience can’t always support,” he explained.
Today’s travelers don’t just want history—they want comfort, safety, and shareability. Destinations that fail to evolve risk backlash, especially in a world shaped by TikTok reels and Google reviews.
The Bigger Picture for Global Tourism
This report highlights a broader shift in tourism behavior. Travelers are becoming more experience-driven and data-aware, relying less on reputation and more on peer feedback and digital signals.
Iconic locations that once thrived purely on name recognition are now being judged on:
- Ease of access
- Visitor safety
- Crowd management
- Authentic experiences
For Los Angeles, the ranking may serve as a wake-up call—an opportunity to rethink how one of its most famous landmarks is maintained and marketed.
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