sight·see·ing
ˈsīt-ˌsē-iŋ 
: the activity of visiting the famous or interesting places of an area : the act or pastime of seeing sights
We did a lot of sightseeing on our vacation.
We didn't go to the conference. We went sightseeing instead …—
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Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2025
The outdoor pool and sundeck are perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 24 July 2025
And after a day of sightseeing, checking into one of the best hotels in Florence is the perfect way to slip into the city’s rhythm.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 22 July 2025
The vessel, named Wonder Seas, was carrying 48 passengers and five crew members during a sightseeing excursion of Ha Long Bay, a popular destination for visitors, according to reports cited by The Associated Press.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 19 July 2025
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Style it with a pair of white sneakers for a day of sightseeing or kitten heels for an elegant dinner outfit.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2025
The outdoor pool and sundeck are perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 24 July 2025
And after a day of sightseeing, checking into one of the best hotels in Florence is the perfect way to slip into the city’s rhythm.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 22 July 2025
The vessel, named Wonder Seas, was carrying 48 passengers and five crew members during a sightseeing excursion of Ha Long Bay, a popular destination for visitors, according to reports cited by The Associated Press.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 19 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for sightseeing
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“Sightseeing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sightseeing. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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