The 9 most overrated tourist destinations in the world

There is nothing better than a destination that exceeds your expectations. Indeed, when traveling, a lot of fun based on expectations.

Most Overrated Tourist Attractions

Yahoo Travel Asked the experts polled Reddit users, and checked TripAdvisor to see tourist attractions qui are the worst.

I remember the day I saw the Great Wall of China for the first time 10 years ago. Certainly, the main entrance was overflowing with tourists at Badaling. It was not yet the time of selfies sticks, suddenly, tons of people were going on disposable cameras and asked to every staircase along the wall. The sellers were trying to foist snow balls, magnets, balloons and stuffed animals like pandas and refreshments were disgusting and too expensive. Despite all that, the wall had a good all great. This wonder was beyond my expectations. It can not be said of all the tourist traps.

We all know places that we consider overrated. I was so disappointed by the Leaning Tower I warn all those who go to Italy to simply use Photoshop to get a picture of them in front of the Tower of Pisa rather than bother to take the train to get there.

The term tourist trap immediately a negative connotation, but in truth some are really charming. And others not.

We inquired with Reddit and other travelers  to have their opinion on the most overrated tourist destinations. We then filled with our own experts and TripAdvisor  to confirm the information.

Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England

The prehistoric monument is perhaps one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world. It is said that this mysterious place was perhaps a burial site, an astrological temple or the work of aliens. It dates back to over 3000 years BC C.-. and more than 1.3 million visited Stonehenge in 2014.

The mystery of Stonehenge is part of the attraction of the site. The crowds, they are less excited. (Photo: Thinkstock)

"My husband spent three months traveling through Europe, and according to him, Stonehenge in the UK was the most overrated of the trip instead. The journey was long and impractical, the site small and not very impressive. " - Elle241  Reddit

"I have never met anyone who was not disappointed with Stonehenge.It's even worse today because it is no longer possible to go among the stones as I did as a child. The impression I have of Stonehenge is that of an amateur ersatz of a beautiful tourist attraction. " - VikingMen, TripAdvisor

"What's all this hype about Stonehenge. We struggled to get there and when we arrived, a million tourists got off their buses and began to turn in circles ". - LadyElle000,  TripAdvisor

The Mall of America, Bloomington, Minnesota

Each year, the largest US mall hosts over 40 million visitors from around the world.

For some, it is a must-see tourist site. For others, it is simply a mall again. (Photo: AP)

"The Mall of America ... Lord, why ???? But why ???? ". - Darius_Banner,  Reddit

"Big disappointment. There is nothing to do unless you want to make attractions. Everything is too expensive. " - Wendy1974,  TripAdvisor

"Elbows elbows. Argh. Who needs to go shopping at this point? There were too many people and too much noise. It's not my thing ". - Travellingmom333,  TripAdvisor

La Boca, Buenos Aires, Argentina

This colorful neighborhood of Buenos Aires attracts tourists from around the world to take tango classes and photograph Crayola colored houses.

La Boca is good for Instagram, but watch your wallet. (Photo: Thinkstock)

"We find the colourful houses on the covers of all the tourist guides but it is simply an artificial street that was painted to attract tourists. Very disappointing! "- Forty-Niner,  Reddit

"We spent a day in La Boca and it was a horrible experience. Do not bother. It's just a tourist trap with some colourful houses. In addition, bars and restaurants are ripping you. " - Startec,  TripAdvisor 

"It's really very touristy. Everything looks fake. My friends got mugged in the middle of the afternoon a block from the main tourist area. The buildings are quaint and colorful but it is really superficial ". - GoLisa, TripAdvisor

The Temple of the Golden Pavilion, Kyoto, Japan

The Kinkaku-ji Temple is a Zen Buddhist temple. This is one of the most tourist attractions of Japan and is one of the most photographed places in the world.

Government leaders are still a small photo in front of the temple. (Photo: AP)

"The structure itself is rather unremarkable and its only appeal is to be covered in gold leaf on the top two levels." - ShanghaiMac,  TripAdvisor 

"It does not worth to bother. While the lodge is beautiful but we did not even manage to get a picture because of the crowd. You can not enter the lodge so we can observe at the other end of the lake before going to walk around. " - ReginaldSLin,  TripAdvisor

The Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey

The Blue Mosque built in the 17 th century is a must during a sightseeing trip to Istanbul. It was built during the reign of the young Sultan Ahmet 

"She is beautiful but not more than the others I have seen mosques in Istanbul and that attract far fewer visitors." - ThisWasMySistersIdea, Reddit

"The building is beautiful, the team is very rude and this has had an impact on my trip to Istanbul. The carpet stank and it was disgusting to walk barefoot on the big carpet that covers the floor inside the mosque. " treko79, TripAdvisor

The Manneken Pis, Brussels, Belgium

The Manneken Pis is a young cherub urinating into the fountain. For some, this sculpture of the 17 th century is a beautiful work of art. For others, it's definitely not worth the shot.

At any time, there is always at least 150 tourists around the Manneken Pis. (Photo: AP)

"When you finally end up seeing the famous monument, your first reaction is: That's all?" .- HappySeizure,  Reddit

"It's nothing fancy or spectacular, and the fact that it is THE monument to see in Brussels says a lot about the whole city." - Travelingwithmax, TripAdvisor

"Very crowded and reputation for thieves! Be careful or better yet, do not go! ". - YvonneP,  TripAdvisor

The Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood, California.

The Walk of Fame spans 15 blocks from Hollywood Boulevard and stars pay homage to the biggest celebrities of Hollywood.

You might bump into Daniel Radcliffe. Or you might come across the drug. (Photo: AP)

"Lots of passers pesky Elmos, prostitutes and cigarette butts." - Darius Banner Reddit

"The Hollywood Walk of Fame is not as glorious as before. You might get mugged or catch a disease strolling on this icon of the past. You will find countless tattoos parlors, bars, restaurants in ruins and sex shops. It is also recommended not to want to go to the bathroom. "-4armedis4warned,  TripAdvisor

"This attraction is horrible, shameful for California, Los Angeles and Hollywood. Visitors are always sought and it is disgusting. You will be approached by guides, people who disguise themselves as actors (and charge you to take a picture with them), not to mention the restaurants and souvenir shops. " - EJFromPA,  TripAdvisor

Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, California

Mention Fisherman's Wharf, once a lively fishing district, any inhabitant of San Francisco and they will do the same head that New Yorkers when they mention Times Square. Visitors flock to the waterfront to watch the sea lions are there since the earthquake Loma Prieta in 1989 and you can eat clams in bowls of bread.

Sea lions are impressive but Fisherman's Wharf remains a sad tourist trap. (Photo: Thinkstock)

"Apart sea lions (which are cool), it really is the worst tourist trap on earth. To avoid ! "- Darius_Banner,  Reddit

"This is the most touristic place I have ever seen. There are plenty of souvenir shops where you can buy glasses and T-shirts with the Golden Gate above. Expensive restaurants. " - HankW, TripAdvisor

"Kitsch, it really is the least we can say. The views are beautiful and the sea lions are nice but the seafood restaurants are too expensive, and we must bear the sellers, t-shirts kitsch shops and all the trinkets sold at every corner. " - Canadianknowitall,  TripAdvisor

Top Tip:  it still was there a solution to make the visit Fisherman's Wharf least unpleasant.  The audio tour Detour  presents a less-known side of the harbor which delights even the residents of San Francisco's most cranky.

The Little Mermaid, Copenhagen, Denmark

This siren of a little over 1 meter high is located on the promenade Langelinie in Copenhagen, Denmark. The structure is inspired by the fairy tale of Hans Christian Anderson and is quite small. This is a tourist destination since 1913.

It draws crowds but is it worth? (Photo: AP)

"The crowd around this little statue is as interesting as the statue itself!"- Leachmere2020, Reddit

"I've said many times, this tourist attraction is probably the most overrated attraction of all." - FriscoKid,  TripAdvisor