What is Cultural Tourism? Cultural Tourism can be an educational visit for tourists, many use cultural tourism to learn about others heritage and ways of living. This specialist tourism attracts tourists who like to learn about different cultures and their communities. 

Culture and heritage is expressed in many ways through tourism, it is a way in which different cultures can come together, sharing their ways of living and heritage. Tourists enjoy experiencing different traditions, visiting heritage sites located in the destination, and connecting with locals. One way tourists can connect with locals is through language, by exploring the different language, travelers can speak basic phrases, engage with the locals, and experience the diversity of the region. 

Culture tourism contributes to the global economy, by generating income for local communities and supporting small business. It also helps to preserve the cultures’ heritage by funding preservation efforts. There are many heritage sites around the world, over 1,100. These include ancient cities, natural attractions, and monuments. Cultural tourism is aware of Sustainable tourism practices, efforts are made to support local communities, preserve cultural sites for future generations, and to minimise the environmental impact tourism can have.

Culture is expressed through art, museums, culinary experiences, and cultural festivals. Through art exhibitions, museums, and galleries, visitors can explore a destination’s heritage, culture, and the artistic expressions of a community through its paintings, artifacts, and sculptures. A visitor can also learn about culture through culinary experiences, travelers can try traditional beverages and dishes that reflect the flavor palate of a destination. Tourists enjoy visiting festivals, cultural festivals is a way for travelers to learn about culture. Through traditional dancing, art, music, and cuisine, a traveler can share an experience with the culture.  

Popular destinations for cultural tourism include,

• Beijing, China - this destination is popular to visit for The Forbidden City.
• Rome, Italy - this destination is popular to visit for the Colosseum, the largest ancient Amphitheatre ever built.
• Paris, France - this destination is popular to visit the Mona Lisa in the Louvre Museum.