These are the 10 best cities in the world (and one is Italian): the ranking

London has been recognized as the best city in the world in the report World’s Best Cities 2025consolidating its position at the top for the tenth consecutive year. This study, conducted by consultancy Resonance in collaboration with Ipsos, looked further 270 world metropolisesusing parameters of livability, amiability and prosperity.

London shone in several categories: it ranked first for amiabilityto the second for prosperity and to the third for livability. Its continued attractiveness is fueled by its extraordinary cultural offerings, vibrant nightlife and airport connectivity, making it a global hub for residents and visitors.

Continued New York which rose to second place, overtaking Paris thanks to its position as a nerve center for culture, finance and innovation. Pariswhich remains top-ranked for tourist attractions and landmarks, now occupies third place. The French capital continues to dominate in tourism, with an established reputation for shopping and gastronomy.

Rome is in sixth place

Tokyoin fourth place, continues to be a key cultural and commercial hub, thanks to its high-class restaurants and cutting-edge architecture. In fifth place we find Singapore with its excellent gastronomy, green spaces and cutting-edge urban planning.

Sixth place for our capital, Romethanks to its thousand-year history and its artistic heritage which has an unparalleled charm. Madridin seventh place, stands out for its green spaces and well-kept parks, while Barcelonaknown for its Mediterranean climate, its unique architecture and its lively night scene is at eighth. Finally they close the top ten Berlinin ninth place, which has become synonymous with alternative culture and dynamism and Sydney in Australia.

This ranking is based on a global survey involving over 22,000 people in 30 countries, analyzing cities in various aspects such as quality of life, job opportunities and the desire to visit certain cities.

The ranking of the 10 best cities in the world

The ranking of the 10 best cities in the world according to the World’s Best Cities 2025:

  1. London
  2. New York
  3. Paris
  4. Tokyo
  5. Singapore
  6. Rome
  7. Madrid
  8. Barcelona
  9. Berlin
  10. Sydney