touristy
adjective
tour·isty
ˈtu̇r-ə-stē 
1
: patronized by or appealing to tourists
touristy restaurants
2
: characteristic of or relating to tourists
touristy behavior
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The vibes were impeccable: breezy, lit golden from the setting sun, tucked away from the touristy bustle of the pier but still lively enough to feel that downtown energy.
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Kathryn Varn, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
However what a lot of people don't know is that an area like that is primarily a hotel-only area and there is very little that exists there any more other than the hard rock cafe and other very touristy restaurants.
—Roger Sands, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Photos by Sinna Nasseri Day 2: European history, rum bars, and raw oysters
The Marigny and the French Quarter are touristy but essential explorations.
—Jenny Adams, AFAR Media, 11 Feb. 2025
Hugging the northwest stretch of the Florida Panhandle, this island has long been a destination for families seeking solace from touristy cities as well as easy access to nature.
—Kara Franker, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2025
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Kathryn Varn, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
However what a lot of people don't know is that an area like that is primarily a hotel-only area and there is very little that exists there any more other than the hard rock cafe and other very touristy restaurants.
—Roger Sands, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Photos by Sinna Nasseri Day 2: European history, rum bars, and raw oysters
The Marigny and the French Quarter are touristy but essential explorations.
—Jenny Adams, AFAR Media, 11 Feb. 2025
Hugging the northwest stretch of the Florida Panhandle, this island has long been a destination for families seeking solace from touristy cities as well as easy access to nature.
—Kara Franker, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for touristy
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“Touristy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/touristy. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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