New York City Tourism Ticks Up — But International Visitors Lag

New York City saw a modest increase in overall tourism last year. But it also experienced a decline in international visitors, mirroring a broader trend across the U.S. travel industry.

Roughly 65 million travelers visited the city in 2025 — a 0.7% jump from the previous year, New York City Tourism + Conventions said Tuesday. Domestic visitors increased 1.7% from 2024.

There were 12.5 million international visitors, a 3.2% decline from 2024.

Arrivals from seven of New York City’s top 10 international markets fell last year, with visits