Dennis Yu

The 10 Most Popular Places on Google — And How I Use Them to Build Authority

I’ve been to each of these top 10 most searched places on Google—not just to travel, but to build E-E-A-T: Experience, Expertise, Authority, and Trust.

These aren’t vacation photos. They’re proof. Google is the ultimate credibility engine, and these are the stages.

I’ll walk you through the real moments, the people I was with, and the exact actions I took to grow my digital footprint—so you can do the same.

1. Times Square, New York City, USA

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This is the epicenter of America. I was filming when I saw a street performer trying to stand out. The giant billboards surrounding us were screaming for attention.

“You don’t stand out by yelling louder or buying the biggest billboard. You stand out when other people talk about you. Word-of-mouth beats advertising every time.”

We turned that into a 1-minute video about breaking through digital noise with social proof.

What I Did:

Popular Places on Google
Dennis Yu at Times Square
Popular Places on Google
Dennis Yu with Justin Freishtat at Times Square

2. Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, USA

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Disneyland blends nostalgia and innovation, which makes it ideal for storytelling.

What I Did:

  • Reviewed attractions and restaurants on Google Maps.
  • Filmed inside the park while discussing storytelling in business.
  • Captured real-time footage of customer service moments.

3. Eiffel Tower, Paris, France

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The Eiffel Tower is iconic, and that’s exactly why I filmed a series of clips at different times of day—from early morning light to evening sparkle.

What I Did:

  • Compared footage from daytime and nighttime for contrast.
  • Created a carousel of side-by-side visuals for social proof.
  • Left a Google review detailing the best time to visit for the best content.

4. Central Park, New York City, USA

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Central Park is my go-to for laid-back, mobile podcasting.

What I Did:

  • Shared a walking tour.
  • Recorded a podcast episode and clipped it for microcontent.
  • Created a personal map guide of my favorite photo spots.
Popular Places on Google
Dennis Yu at Central Park
Popular Places on Google
Dennis Yu at Central Park

Why It’s Popular

  • An urban oasis in the middle of Manhattan.
  • Features famous landmarks like Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, and Strawberry Fields.
  • A hub for outdoor activities, including biking, jogging, and boating.

EEAT Tips

  • Share a walking tour video showcasing lesser-known spots.
  • Write a Google review detailing the best times and places to visit.
  • Create a Google Maps guide highlighting must-see attractions in the park.

5. Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, USA

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Dennis Yu at the Golden Gate Bridge
Dennis Yu at the Golden Gate Bridge

My business partner, Logan Young, and I hiked across the Golden Gate and filmed clips for our microcontent grid. The wind was brutal, but the view was worth it.

What We Did:

  • Filmed three one-minute videos while walking.
  • Took landscape photos with geo-tags.
  • Shared our discussion as a podcast clip.

How to post and amplify content

6. Las Vegas Strip, Las Vegas, USA

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After a long day of filming, I relaxed in an oxygen bath in Vegas. I recorded a clip right as I pulled the plug to drain the tub.

“You don’t have to believe it—you just need to try it. Your body will tell you if it works.”

What I Did:

  • Shared a raw video explaining the experience.
  • Tied the message back to energy management and marketing performance.
  • Posted the clip on social and Google Maps.
Dennis Yu at Las Vegas

7. Statue of Liberty, New York City, USA

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I filmed from the ferry at sunrise and connected the message to digital independence.

What I Did:

  • Snapped shots from multiple angles on the approach.
  • Recorded a 1-minute video on digital freedom.
  • Created a Google Maps list of key NYC content capture spots.

8. Buckingham Palace, London, UK

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I captured the morning energy at the front gates and used it as a backdrop to discuss legacy brands and trust.

What I Did:

  • Filmed a talking-head video on long-term brand equity.
  • Reviewed nearby cafés with geo-tagged content.
  • Cross-posted to Facebook and LinkedIn.

9. Great Wall of China, China

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I visited the Great Wall with my buddy Danny Leibrandt. The magnitude of the place is hard to describe unless you’ve walked along the ridges yourself.

What I Did:

  • Captured drone and walking tour footage.
  • Filmed thought leadership videos on resilience and longevity.
  • Shared geo-tagged media on Google Photos and Instagram.

How to build evergreen content

Dennis Yu at the Great Wall of China
Danny Leibrandt at the Great Wall of China

By the way, I have known Danny Leibrandt for a long time, and we have visited other places together, including Las Vegas, Brooklyn, New York, etc.

Dennis Yu and Danny Leibrandt in Brooklyn, New York

10. Taj Mahal, Agra, India

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I was with Alex Berman at the Taj Mahal. It wasn’t just a tour—we were intentional.

What I Did:

  • Recorded sunrise clips with the Taj in the background.
  • Left a review for a nearby restaurant.
  • Added photos and reviews to my Google Guide profile.

Explore Knowledge Graph signals.

Dennis Yu and Alex Berman at the Taj Mahal, Agra, India

This post is part of how I execute the Produce and Post stages of our Content Factory. Each piece of media feeds into my Content Library and is amplified with Dollar a Day.”

Why This Matters

When you’re at high-authority places, documenting your presence with photos, reviews, and videos creates a web of credibility.

Each one of these locations is more than a place—it’s a signal.

  • Post it.
  • Tag it.
  • Share it.
  • Link it back to your site or profile.

Google sees it all—and so do your clients.

Which of these places will you use next to build your EEAT?


Dennis Yu

Dennis Yu is a former search engine engineer who has spent a billion dollars on Google and Facebook ads for Nike, Quiznos, Ashley Furniture, Red Bull, State Farm, and other organizations that have many locations. He has achieved 25% of his goal of creating a million digital marketing jobs because of his partnership with universities, professional organizations, and agencies. Companies like GoDaddy, Fiverr, onlinejobs.ph, 7 Figure Agency, and Vendasta partner with him to create training and certifications. Dennis created the Dollar a Day Strategy for local service businesses to enhance their existing local reputation and make the phone ring. He's coaching young adult agency owners who serve plumbers, AC technicians, landscapers, roofers, electricians in conjunction with leaders in these industries. Mr. Yu believes that there should be a standard in measuring local marketing efforts, much like doctors and plumbers need to be certified and licensed. His Content Factory training and dashboards are used by thousands of practitioners.

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