Last chance to visit: Global attractions closing in 2025, from Disneyland ride to Bayeux Tapestry Museum

Some of the world’s most cherished attractions will soon be closed to travellers . From museums and popular performances to an award-winning restaurant and a Disneyland ride, the year brings both temporary and permanent closures that will reshape the travel and entertainment landscape. Whether it's extensive renovations or shifting priorities, here are the destinations and experiences that will not be available to visitors in 2025. It is truly the end of an era. On February 2, the Blue Man Group will officially conclude its 34-year run in New York City. The popular Off-Broadway production has entertained millions with more than 17,000 performances since its debut at the Astor Place Theatre. It is known for its unique blend of comedy, music and acrobatics, and features a trio of bald men in blue body paint. Known for its avant-garde dishes and dining experience, the three-Michelin-starred Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet will suspend operations indefinitely in 2025. The restaurant, celebrated for its immersive, multisensory dining experiences since its opening in 2012, has drawn global acclaim for blending theatre, music and food. The closure is influenced by surrounding construction work, which has impacted the restaurant’s operations. Reservations are being accepted on the restaurant's website until February 22. Chef Paul Pairet has hinted that Ultraviolet may re-emerge, potentially serving the industry in new ways. In the meantime, Pairet has already embarked on a fresh endeavour with La Baraka, a food truck showcasing French flavours in Shanghai’s Xuhui district. The Centre Pompidou, an architectural marvel in the heart of Paris and a hub for modern art enthusiasts, will close its doors in September 2025 for renovations. Renowned for its inside-out design and groundbreaking exhibitions, the cultural landmark has drawn millions of visitors since its opening in 1977. The closure will allow for extensive upgrades to its facilities, ensuring the building meets modern safety and energy standards. The museum is set to reopen in 2030. From September, the Bayeux Tapestry, an 11th-century embroidery detailing the Norman Conquest of England, will be temporarily removed from public view for renovation work at the museum. Located in France, the museum’s refurbishment aims to enhance the visitor experience while preserving this artefact for future generations. The tapestry, which attracts about 400,000 art and history enthusiasts each year, will be placed in secure storage during the renovations, which are expected to last several years. The museum is scheduled to reopen in the spring of 2027. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, a popular attraction in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, will temporarily halt its tracks in January for a major refurbishment. The ride is scheduled to reopen in early 2026. Promising the “wildest ride in the wilderness”, the attraction has been a family favourite since its debut in 1980. The renovations aim to enhance the ride’s safety features, improve its storytelling elements and introduce modern technologies for a smoother experience. More than a century after its launch, the Geneva International Motor Show will not return to its home city starting next year. First staged in 1905, the motor show has been the go-to fixture for vehicle launches . Despite a relaunch attempt in February this year, declining interest from manufacturers, competition from the Paris and Munich shows, as well as financial challenges have led to its discontinuation. The show’s future now lies in the Middle East, with Gims Qatar scheduled for November.

Last chance to visit: Global attractions closing in 2025, from Disneyland ride to Bayeux Tapestry Museum

Destinations in Paris, New York, Geneva and Shanghai among those closing their doors