If you’re always planning a vacation or just dreaming of the next place you can jet off to, chances are you’ve (unconsciously) stored away travel facts in your long-term memory. All those globetrotter Facebook groups, travel blogs, and countless hours spent in front of the TV watching travel shows have left their mark, pumping your brain with enough random facts to last you a lifetime. And now it’s the perfect chance to put those bits of knowledge to use! How? With a travel trivia test, of course!
“But I’m done with school... I don’t need any more tests!” Don’t worry — this travel quiz is for fun and has no time limit (unless you’re up for the real deal!) And it’s always a good day to learn new things, especially about something as cool as exploring our wild globe.
If you think you already know everything, let us tell you we love your confidence. But it’s pretty much impossible for us to know whether or not you have some weird travel superpower. Maybe it’s just that you’re really good at trivia questions, or you’re particularly observant. Whatever your reason for being such a knowledgeable travel wizard, we want to test it with a round of travel questions that can challenge even the most seasoned globetrotter.
Put on your thinking cap because this one is gonna be tough. For every question, you’ll find the answer right below in the comments. Ready, set, go!
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What is the most common item forgotten when packing for a vacation?
Which country covers the most time zones on the planet?
Which country was "The Lord Of The Rings" trilogy filmed in?
Next to Warsaw, which city has the highest Polish population in the world?
What is the national animal of Scotland?
With 221,800 islands, this country is estimated to have the most islands in the world.
What is considered to be the smallest country on Earth?
Which country is seven years behind the rest of the world according to their calendar?
Which country is home to the most volcanoes?
What is the scientific name for the Northern Lights?
David Boreanaz... No.. Aroria bolognaise... No... Author... Oh forget it! Pretty sky goes sparkle.
Where did the bungee jump originate?
Which are the only two countries in the world that officially begin with “The”?
The Gambia and The democratic Republic of the Congo. Also quite a few islands groups, the Bahamas, the Maldives The Seychelles, The Solomon Islands etc. Nor sure about the US and Netherlands.
What was New York called before it officially became New York?
What was the original capital of the United States?
How many time zones are there in the world?
Which is the driest continent?
In which country is giving a thumbs up an insult?
You should always ask before you do that! Nobody wants to be surprised with that one!
Where did coffee originally come from?
Robusta Or Arabica? I get one from Fortnum & Mason and the other from Tesco
How many different spoken languages exist in the world today?
Antarctica is a Desert, true or false?
Which Country has the most Muslims in the world?
What is the capital city of Australia?
What is the only living structure visible from space?
Which state in the US is only one syllable long?
Which city has more cars than it does people?
Which is the only developed country without legally mandated vacations?
The Statue of Liberty was a gift to the US from which Country?
Which is the longest interstate highway within the US?
What are the five most spoken languages in the world?
Which country is the birthplace of the Olympic games?
France was actually the birthplace of 'The Olympic Games'. It was inspired by events held in England and by the Ancient Greeks.
New York City is actually further south than what European City?
The city of Beirut is located on which sea?
Who liberated Venezuela, Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador from Spanish rule?
Which country today produces the most coffee in the world?
Which country produces two-thirds of the world’s vanilla?
What is the most Northern Capital City?
Finland has been rated as what type of Country for the last 3 years running (2020, 2019 & 2018)?
Khao San Road can be found in which City?
How many stars does the flag of the United States of America have?
What currency did Italy use before the Euro?
In which Country are Cows seen as sacred?
The Film ‘The Beach’ was filmed in which Country?
Which Countries flag as an AK47 on it?
Which Country is the World’s Tallest Living Man from??
What did Iran used to be called before 1935?
Which continent is the only one to not have ants?
Which city’s police force drive Ferrari FF, Lamborghinis, Mercedes, Aston Martins and other exotic sport cars?
How many capital cities does South Africa have?
Which London landmark’s postcode is SW1A 1AA?
Which landmark is located on the south bank of the Yamuna river in the city of Agra?
Where can you find the Seven Coloured Earths?
The Temple of the Emerald Buddha and The Grand Palace can be found in which Asian capital?
In which city can you visit Vincent Van Gogh’s famous painting, Starry Night?
Answer: New York City (The Museum of Modern Art or The MoMA as it’s colloquially called).
Which is the friendliest city in the world?
The longest boardwalk in the world exists in this city and state.
Which US university was the sports drink Gatorade named after?
Where is the best-preserved meteor crater located?
How many countries still have a royal family?
With a population of 37 million, which is the largest city in the world?
What are the five Great Lakes?
What has cars but no roads, curves but no figure, and white knuckles?
What are the USA’s territories? (Hint: there are five!)
Answer: Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa.
How many versions of the American flag have there been throughout history?
Where was the Liberty Bell made?
There is more bourbon than people in this state.
This US city has the most hotel rooms out of all the cities in the world.
What direction makes jet lag worse?
What is considered the happiest language in the world?
Which country is the most earthquake-prone?
What is the largest art museum in the world?
What is the busiest cruise port in the world?
What is the largest living lizard, and where do they live?
Which city is home to the Spanish Steps?
Which two South American countries host the Iguazu Falls?
Aruba is the Caribbean island territory of which European country?
Which country is home to the most lakes in the entire world?
Which Japanese island is inhabited entirely by rabbits?
Which nation takes the longest to eat a meal?
Which tunnel links England and France?
What is the longest river in South America?
Which is the largest island of the Mediterranean Sea?
Which mountains have the nickname “snow abode”?
What is the smallest Country in the world by landmass?
How many Countries are in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)?
Stinky Tofu is the National Dish of which Country?
At The Taj Mahal there is a bench named after someone, who is it?
Lake Titicaca is the biggest lake in South America, which 2 countries share it?
The Dish Poutine belongs to which country?
Which 2 stations is the the shortest London Underground journey between?
The Book ‘Shantaram’ is based in which city in India?
‘Esky’ is an Australian Slang term, what does it refer to?
The Canadian Flag has which icon it on?
What is the South East Asia Backpacking Route also known as?
Which Continent is Mexico in?
What is the least densely populated country or territory in the world?
Which country has the world’s most cricket stadiums?
What is Europe’s most mountainous country?
Which luxury hotel is inside the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa?
Which Walt Disney World Resort in Florida has areas/lands called Future World and World Showcase?
What was the original purpose of the leaning tower of Pisa?
What is the most photographed landmark in Australia?
Which Italian landmark dates back to 70AD?
Where is the Blue Grotto?
Where is the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa?
Which country is unknowingly famous for being larger than the dwarf planet Pluto?
What country covers five time zones but only operates on one? (Bonus points if you can name the specific time zone they go by!)
The famous “Panama hat” actually comes from this country.
What popular grain was used in the construction of the Great Wall of China?
Which is the most bicycle-friendly city in the world?
Where is the Baseball Hall of Fame located?
Which state is known as the land of enchantment?
Which state is home to Mount Rushmore?
Where in the US can you drive down Santa Claus Lane?
The Statue of Liberty is (technically) located in which city?
Where is the unusual geological formation of the Chocolate Hills located?
The region of Catalonia belongs to which country?
Which country is nicknamed “the boot”?
How many different spoken languages exist in the world today?
How many Emirates does the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have?
Zanzibar is an island off which African Country?
The Rome Colosseum is one of the Wonders of the World?
True or False?
What Sea is to the North of Turkey?
Mate (maté) is the National Drink of which South American Country?
London’s Winter Wonderland happens in which park?
Whose population is the highest (2020), Ethiopia or Nigeria?
Which country is the only nation with the harp as its national emblem?
Answer: Ireland. The Irish harp has been a symbol of culture and politics for centuries.
What was Ho Chi Minh City previously called?
If you’re visiting New York City, which other airport could you fly to from the UK that isn’t JFK?
Which central South American country is home to the largest salt flats in the world?
Which pink flower that grows on trees brings thousands of visitors to Japan annually when in full bloom?
Victoria Falls is a waterfall on which Southern African river?
On which Caribbean island can you swim with pigs?
