
TRAVELBAG, a British travel agency established in 1979, announced the ranking of cities with attractive nighttime sightseeing! Tokyo was ranked in second place. The judging criteria included the number of Instagram hashtag posts, the level of light pollution, the impression of security at night, and the number of establishments open until midnight.
The cities ranked from 1st to 10th, their respective numbers, and TRAVELBAG’s comments on each of the top three cities are as follows.
1. New York (U.S.A.)
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- Number of Instagram hashtags: 40,800
- Number of Instagram hashtags: 40,800
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- Noise and light pollution score: 69.34
- Noise and light pollution score: 69.34
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 2,302
- Number of establishments open late at night: 2,302
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- Nighttime safety score: 46.25
- Nighttime safety score: 46.25
In addition to NYC’s iconic twinkling nightlife, you can also enjoy late-night jazz in Harlem, visit a rooftop bar in Brooklyn, or take a moonlit stroll down the High Line. The city that never sleeps is also home to more than 2,300 establishments that are open late at night.
2. Tokyo, Japan
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- Number of hashtags on Instagram: 19,100
- Number of hashtags on Instagram: 19,100
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- Noise and light pollution score: 46.12
- Noise and light pollution score: 46.12
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 996
- Number of establishments open late at night: 996
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- Safety score at night: 75.28
- Safety score at night: 75.28
Whether you want to admire the night view from the observation deck of Tokyo Tower, explore the bustling alleys of Shinjuku’s Golden Gai or visit a local izakaya, you will experience a unique mix of fast-changing trends and traditions in Japan’s capital city. There are approximately 1,000 establishments open late at night, and the nighttime safety score is a high 75 out of 100.
3. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- Number of Instagram hashtags: 29,600
- Number of Instagram hashtags: 29,600
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- Noise and light pollution score: 52.58
- Noise and light pollution score: 52.58
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 190
- Number of establishments open late at night: 190
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- Safety score at night: 83.27
- Safety score at night: 83.27
Dubai combines glamour, culture, and innovation for a luxurious adventure. Travelers can stroll through the night markets, enjoy the beach clubs, take a moonlit desert tour, and enjoy their stay well into the nighttime hours. The city has a very high nighttime safety score of 83 out of 100, making it safe to go out at night.
4. Singapore (Singapore)
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- Number of Instagram hashtags: 16,500
- Number of Instagram hashtags: 16,500
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- Noise and light pollution score: 50.00
- Noise and light pollution score: 50.00
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 443
- Number of establishments open late at night: 443
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- Safety score at night: 77.39
- Safety score at night: 77.39
5. Muscat (Oman)
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- Number of Instagram hashtags: 135
- Number of Instagram hashtags: 135
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- Noise and light pollution score: 30.07
- Noise and light pollution score: 30.07
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 45
- Number of establishments open late at night: 45
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- Safety score at night: 76.16
- Safety score at night: 76.16
6. Kyoto, Japan
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- Number of Instagram hashtags: 2,322
- Number of Instagram hashtags: 2,322
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- Noise and light pollution score: 39.06
- Noise and light pollution score: 39.06
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 113
- Number of establishments open late at night: 113
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- Safety score at night: 82.89
- Safety score at night: 82.89
7. Sydney, Australia
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- Number of Instagram hashtags: 13,000
- Number of Instagram hashtags: 13,000
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- Noise and light pollution score: 40.19
- Noise and light pollution score: 40.19
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 325
- Number of establishments open late at night: 325
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- Nighttime safety score: 53.80
- Nighttime safety score: 53.80
8. Seoul, South Korea
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- Number of Instagram hashtags: 5,858
- Number of Instagram hashtags: 5,858
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- Noise and light pollution score: 44.74
- Noise and light pollution score: 44.74
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 225
- Number of establishments open late at night: 225
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- Nighttime safety score: 74.27
- Nighttime safety score: 74.27
9. Toronto, Canada
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- Number of Instagram hashtags: 18,200
- Number of Instagram hashtags: 18,200
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- Noise and light pollution score: 48.60
- Noise and light pollution score: 48.60
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 324
- Number of establishments open late at night: 324
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- Nighttime safety score: 51.60
- Nighttime safety score: 51.60
10. Melbourne, Australia
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- Number of Instagram hashtags: 14,400
- Number of Instagram hashtags: 14,400
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- Noise and light pollution score: 40.06
- Noise and light pollution score: 40.06
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- Number of establishments open late at night: 291
- Number of establishments open late at night: 291
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- Nighttime safety score: 43.10
- Nighttime safety score: 43.10