London Named World's Best City for 10th Straight Year
The 2025 World's Best Cities rankings highlight London's enduring appeal, with new metrics incorporating global public perception.
- London has topped the annual World's Best Cities rankings for the tenth consecutive year, followed by New York and Paris.
- The rankings, compiled by Resonance Consultancy and Ipsos, evaluate cities with populations over 1 million based on livability, cultural vibrancy, and economic opportunities.
- For the first time, public perception data from over 22,000 people in 31 countries was included in the evaluation process.
- Key factors influencing London's ranking include its iconic attractions, world-class financial sector, and fast-growing tech industry, alongside its cultural diversity and innovation.
- Indian cities, including Mumbai and Delhi, did not make the top 100 globally but ranked well within the Asia-Pacific region, reflecting both strengths and challenges in livability metrics.