Top world cities

Top world cities

If you're making travel plans, consider visiting some of these global hotspots and less-visited geographical gems, ranked at the top by Bing.

Houston

Houston, the fourth-largest city in the nation (map), is home to the Astros, the Rockets and a NASA hub, so it's no wonder the town touts an out-of-this-world nickname.

Singapore

Singapore, the Malay Peninsula city-state (where in the world?) is a multicultural metropolis that also goes by a kingly moniker.

Orlando, Fla

Tourists flock to this sunny central Florida city (map) for dolphins and Disney, but what was Orlando's former claim to fame?

Paris

France's capital city (map) has captured hearts around the world, thanks to must-see attractions for history buffs, foodies, art lovers and fashion fans.

Stockholm

The capital of Sweden (map) is a financial and cultural hub as well as the seat of royalty. See photos of the palace and the royal family.

Savannah, Ga

The Georgia seaport of Savannah (map) boasts a nickname that exudes as much charm as its most affable resident (watch her in action).

Venice

Don't wait too long to visit Venice -- it's sinking! Once every two years, the art world flocks to this northern Italian city (map). What's the main attraction? That event draws film fanatics, too -- find out why.

Austin, Texas

The capital city of the Lone Star State (map) offers thrills for live music fans, football tailgaters and foodies (vegetarians and meat lovers alike).

Santa Barbara, Calif

Santa Barbara, home of the Gauchos (who?), stretches from the beach to the mountains, with plenty of California history in between

Rome Italy

The ancient Italian city of Rome (map) houses some of the grandest historical structures -- from an ages-old amphitheater to one of the world's most famous fountains (photos).

Vancouver, B.C