# sightseeing

/ˈsaɪtˈsiɪŋ/ (US) · /sˈaɪtsiːɪŋ/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/sightseeing
Updated: 2026-05-08

## Definition

the activity of visiting famous or interesting places while you are on holiday. You usually do this to see monuments, museums, or beautiful views.

For teachers: the activity of visiting places of interest in a particular location, typically for pleasure or cultural education.

## Examples

- We spent the whole day sightseeing in the city center.
- After a morning of sightseeing at the cathedral, we stopped for lunch at a local bistro.
- The tour package balances structured sightseeing at historical landmarks with ample free time for travelers to explore the local markets independently.

## Pitfalls

- Not "We did some sightseeings" but "We did some sightseeing" — Sightseeing is uncountable and does not have a plural form.

## Usage notes

- Often used as a gerund noun; frequently pairs with the verb 'go' ('go sightseeing').

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