Global Culinary Tourism Market Growth Drivers 2024, Forecast To 2033

The culinary tourism market has experienced rapid growth in recent years, expected to expand from $800.23 billion in 2023 to $924.8 billion in 2024, showcasing a CAGR of 15.6%. This growth in the historic period can be attributed to the rise of food-centric television shows, the proliferation of food-related content on social media, increasing global travel, the popularity of local and sustainable food movements, and the expansion of food festivals and events. In the next few years, the culinary tourism market is projected to see significant growth, reaching $1,658.5 billion in 2028 at a CAGR of 15.7%. This anticipated growth is driven by rising disposable incomes and travel expenditures, growing interest in experiential travel, the rise of personalized and niche culinary tours, increased focus on sustainable and ethical food practices, and enhanced food tourism marketing by destinations. Major trends in the forecast period include a growing interest in street food and local delicacies, the popularity of culinary workshops and cooking classes, the integration of culinary tourism with cultural and historical tours, the rise of plant-based and health-focused food tours, and the emergence of culinary destinations that cater to digital nomads.