The Hidden Gems Of Music Tourism 2026: Volume 1
Showcasing the Best New Music Travel Itineraries from Around the Globe.
The Hidden Gems of Music Tourism is a global guide to discovering the world's most authentic music destinations, one city at a time.
Volume 1 of the 2026 edition.
Created by Sound Diplomacy, Hidden Gems is back for 2026 in a new, more digestible format. Released in smaller volumes throughout the year, each edition brings together a curated collection of one-day music itineraries, giving you plenty of inspiration without an overwhelming list of places to explore.
Each itinerary is crafted by a local Sonic Gem Seeker who knows their city's music scene inside out. Think less tourist guide, more music-obsessed friend showing you around their hometown.
What You'll Find Inside
10 Curated Music City Itineraries
Discover ten unforgettable one-day journeys through some of the world's most exciting and unexpected music destinations.
Travel Inspiration with Local Impact
Explore how music connects communities, supports local economies and offers a new way to experience destinations around the world.
Authentic Music Travel
Go beyond the headline attractions and experience the places where local music culture is created, celebrated and shared every day.
Local Recommendations
Each itinerary is written by a musician, cultural leader or creative insider, sharing the venues, neighbourhoods, cafés, record stores and live music experiences that define their city's sound.
A Truly Global Collection
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North America
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Latin America
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Africa
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ASia
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Europe / North America / Latin America / Africa / ASia /
Download Volume 1 of Hidden Gems 2026, and explore a new way to travel the world.
WRITE A LOVE LETTER TO THE MUSIC SCENE OF YOUR CITY
In 2026, Music Tourism can no longer be considered a niche, it's a global movement reshaping how destinations attract visitors, generate revenue, and build cultural identity.
However, Music Tourism is much more than people travelling to other cities to enjoy the concerts of their favourite artists. Music tourism is about understanding a city's DNA through its music scenes and connecting with the people who are part of them.
That is what the Hidden Gems is all about, and we want you to be part of it. Join our community of sonic gem seekers and help curate the world’s most comprehensive music itinerary magazine.