Top 10 New Year’s Eve Travel Destinations Besides New York City

Every year, we want to ring in the new year in a fun way. Everyone knows about Times Square in New York City and while this is fun, there are so many other great New Year’s Eve celebrations happening throughout the world. It is always a good idea to look around at what other cities have going on and try a new destination to ring in the next new year.

Sydney, Australia

Sydney provides a huge celebration to ring in the new year. On Sydney Harbour, they have one of the largest fireworks display that you can find throughout the world. Keep in mind that New Year’s is during the summer in this city (when it is winter in the United States, it is summer time in Australia) so you will not have to bundle up to enjoy the fireworks show. You can mingle with people down at the Harbour or you can hit up one or more of the dozens of parties taking place at the various bars and restaurants throughout the city.

Rome, Italy

Here you only have one major area to party for New Year’s Eve, but it is a big celebration. Here you will head to Piazza del Popolo. They have a massive fireworks display, as well as dancing, music and people from all over the world coming together to celebrate.

Paris, France

Paris, of course, offers a big celebration by the Eiffel Tower. There are usually several different celebrations in this area and you can stay at one or hop around and check out several of them. If you want to avoid the biggest crowds, the bars in the Montmartre area offer plenty of parties and fun people.

Edinburgh, Scotland

You have a few choices when ringing in the new year in Edinburgh. You can check out organized entertainment and fireworks near Edinburgh Castle. For several clubs and bars offering parties, you can head to Princess Street. For a true Scottish New Year’s celebration, you should take the time to check out the Hogmanay Street Party.

London, England

If you want to travel far for the New Year, but still want it to feel like NYC, London is the place to go. They have huge celebrations in different areas of the city. If you want to see fireworks, you will want to head to Westminster and check out the show that happens over the London Eye. For the many bars and clubs having big parties, head to Covent Garden, Leicester Square or Soho.

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

If you have never been to Vegas, New Year’s Eve is a great excuse to get there. All of the bars, clubs and casinos are celebrating and offering parties. There are also fireworks in the city that you can enjoy if you can peel yourself away from the blackjack table.

Cape Town, South Africa

There are always big street parties going on New Year’s Eve around city center. The bars and clubs around the city also offer plenty of music, dancing and other entertainment.

Dublin, Ireland

When in Dublin on New Year’s Eve you need to head to O’Connell Street. This is where all of the parties are at. Whether you choose to go to a club, bar or a restaurant, you are sure to find a party that fits your celebratory style.

Macau, China

This city has several large casinos that all have hotels and bars attached to them. So, you can spend your time in one place and do not have to worry about getting lost. You can party and sleep all in one place.

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

If you want to spend your New Year’s Eve on the beach, this is the city you want to head to. The Copacabana beachfront offers a big fireworks display and there are clubs and bars all around the area hosting parties.