Pronunciation

/saɪtsiːɪŋ/

Definitions

• Noun: The activity of visiting places of interest or scenic beauty, typically for pleasure or tourism. Oxford
• Verb: To engage in sightseeing, explore places of interest while traveling. Merriam-Webster

Phrases

• “Go on a sightseeing tour” refers to a planned visit to various attractions.
• “Do some casual sightseeing” implies a leisurely exploration.
• “Sightseeing is on our itinerary” means it’s part of the travel plan.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The tourists were enjoying a guided sightseeing tour of the city.”
• Verb: “After settling in, we decided to go sightseeing around the historic district.”
• Sentence: “She spends her weekends doing weekend sightseeing trips to nearby towns.”

Synonyms

• Touring
• Exploring
• Scenic drives
• Sightseeing excursions
• Traveling to see sights

Antonyms

• Hiding
• Avoiding tourist spots
• Staying indoors
• Bypassing landmarks