Top 10 Best Cities in the World 2022

There are many cities in the world. So, many people are confused about which city is the best in the world? There are plenty of lists out there in the internet ranking best cities in the world.

Some use reader polls and some use data like its livability but a consultancy group in tourism, real estate and economic development called Resonance has created one of the ideal city rankings using more than 25 ranking factors.

So, to help you, we have also ranked 10 best cities in the world using same ranking factors used by Resonance Consultancy. Our ranking may not be same as ranking published by the consultancy as we have also used some other factors too.

Here is the list of the top 10 best cities in the world:

10. Rome

Rome is the capital city of  Italy. It is the most populated city of Italy with 2.8 million people living in it in the total area of 1,285 sq km (496.1 sq mi).

Rome is the European Union’s 3rd most populous city. It is situated in the central-western part of the Italian Peninsula along with the shores of the river Tiber.

Rome is ranked as an Alpha city of the world by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network. Rome was the 11th most visited city in the world and third in the European Union in 2019. Rome is one of the popular tourist destinations in Italy. It has several specialized agencies of the UN.

The Colosseum and the Arch of Constantine, Vatican City, The Pantheon, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Palatine Hill, Borghese Gallery and Gardens, and Bath of Caracalla are some of the tourist attraction places.

9. Barcelona

Barcelona is a city on the coast of northeastern Spain and is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia. Barcelona is also the 2nd most populous municipality in Spain.

Barcelona’s total area is 101.4 sq km (39.2 sq mi) and it has a total population of 1.6 million which makes it the European Union’s 5th most populous urban area.

Barcelona is one of the leading tourist, economic, trade fair and cultural centers in the world and it is also one of the major cities in the world due to its influence in commerce, education, sports, fashion, media, arts and entertainment.

One of the most popular football clubs in the world FC Barcelona is also located in this city. Barcelona has been Europe’s leading smart city since 2011.

Barcelona has many beautiful places and there are some World Heritage Sites also. Park Güell, Palau Güell, Casa Milà, Casa Vicens, Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló, Palau de la Música Catalana and Hospital de Sant Pau are the World Heritage Sites in Barcelona.

8. Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the largest city in California, Unites States. Los Angeles has an estimated population of nearly 4 million people and it is the second-most populous city in the United States of America and third in North America. It is situated in a basin in South California. Los Angeles covers about 1,210 sq km (469 sq mi).

Los Angeles is most popular and known for its ethnic diversity, Mediterranean climate, and Hollywood entertainment industry. It hosts businesses in a broad range of different fields and has a diverse economy.

It is a global city that has been ranked 9th in the Global Economic Power Index and 7th in the Global Cities Index. It has hosted the 1932 and 1984 Summer Olympics and it will again host the 2028 Summer Olympics.

Los Angeles has many beautiful places including Universal Studios Hollywood, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Disneyland Resort, Hollywood, The Getty Center, Santa Monica, Venice Beach, and Museum of Contemporary Art.

7. Singapore

Singapore is a sovereign island city-state that is located in maritime Southeast Asia. The total area of Singapore is 721.5 square kilometers and its population is about 5.7 million and among them, 61% are Singaporean citizens.

Singapore has four official languages which include English, Malay, Chinese, and Tamil, and English is the lingua franca of Singapore.

Singapore is one of the Four Asian Tigers based on external trade and it ranked 9th on the UN Human Development Index (HDI) becoming a highly developed country.

It has the world’s 7th highest GDP per capita and it is the only country with an AAA sovereign rating in Asia. It also consistently ranked in the most expensive city to live in since 2013.

Singapore has many beautiful places including The Merlion Park, Singapore River, Vivo city, Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Zoo, Orchard Road, Singapore Flyer, Sentosa Island. 

6. Tokyo

Tokyo is the most populous prefecture and capital of Japan. It is located at the head of Tokyo Bay and it had an estimated population of 13,929,280 as of 2022.

Tokyo is the political and economic center of Japan and it is also the seat of the Emperor of Japan and the national government.

Tokyo is considered the largest urban economy by gross domestic product (GDP) in the world. It is also categorized as an Alpha+ city by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network. Tokyo is a leading center of business and finance in Japan. It is also ranked 7th on the Global Financial Centre’s Index in 2022.

Tokyo has hosted many international events which includes the 1964 Summer Olympics and three G7 Summits and it was planning to host the 2020 Summer Olympics which was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. It has several major universities and it is an international center of research and development. 

5. Dubai

Dubai is the capital of the Emirates of Dubai and the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates. Dubai is situated in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula on the coast of the Persian Gulf. It aims to be the business hub of the Western region of Asia.

Today, Dubai is a major global transport hub for cargo and passengers. Dubai’s population is estimated to be around 3.38 million as of January 2022 according to government data.

Dubai is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world and its GDP is projected at US$ 107.1 billion in 2014 with a growth rate of 6.1%. Dubai highly relies on real estate, transportation, tourism, and oil.

The culture in Dubai mainly revolves around traditional Arab culture and the influence of culture is also very prominent in its architecture, music, attire, cuisine, and lifestyle.

Dubai has a very large collection of buildings and structures that are of various architectural styles. It has many beautiful places that can attract anyone. Some of them are Burj Al Arab, Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Miracle Garden. All these things make Dubai one of the best cities in the world.

4. Moscow

Moscow is the capital city and most populous city of Russia. It is situated near the Moskva River in the central part of Western Russia. Moscow covers an area of 2,511 square kilometers (970 square miles) with an estimated population of 12.5 million.

It is governed as a federal city of Russia and Eastern Europe which serves as the political, economic, cultural, and scientific center.

Moscow is listed among the largest cities in the world, the most populous city entirely in Europe, the most populous urban area in Europe, and also the largest city on Europe continent by area.

It has one of the largest urban economies in the world and is one of the world’s most expensive cities. It has the 3rd highest number of billionaires in the world.

Moscow has several UNESCO World Heritage Sites including The Moscow Kremlin, Red Square, Novodevichy Convent, The Holy Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra, Yaroslavl, Suzdal, and Kolomensk. Moscow is one of the smart cities and best modern city in the world.

3. New York

New York is one of the most populous cities in the Unites States. New York is the most densely populated major city in the US with an estimated population of 8,336,817 distributed over about 302.6 square miles. New York has been the largest US city since 1790 and the capital of the United States from 1785 to 1790.

This American city is considered as a symbol of freedom and cultural diversity and also as a global node of creativity, entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability.

It is the most linguistically diverse city in the world with more than 800 spoken languages. New York is the largest foreign-born population of any city in the world as it is home to more than 3.2 million residents born outside the US.

New York has many attractive and beautiful places. Times Square is one of them which is a major center of the world’s entertainment industry and is the world’s busiest pedestrian intersections. Statue of Liberty is one of the most visited areas of New York.

2. Paris

 

Paris is the capital city of France. It is the most populous city of France with a population of 2,148,271 residents in an area of 41 square miles (105 square kilometers). It has been one of the major centers of finance, diplomacy, commerce, fashion, science, and arts of Europe.

Paris was the 2nd most expensive city in the world after Singapore according to the Economist Intelligence Unit Worldwide Cost of Living Survey in 2018. Paris received more than 17.5 million tourists/visitors in 2018 and it was also ranked as the 6th most visited travel destination in the world.

The popular football club of France PSG is also based in Paris. This city hosts many tournaments including the Olympic Games in 1900, 1924, and will host the 2024 Summer Olympic, 1938, and 1998 FIFA World Cups are also hosted by this city.

Paris has many places to visit which include Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, Louvre Museum, Palace of Versailles, The Latin Quarter, Disneyland Paris, and many more. 

1. London

London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom and it is also the largest city in England and the UK. It is situated near the River Thames in the south-east of England. The total area of London is about 1,572 km square. The London Assembly and the Mayor of London governed the beautiful and best cities in the world.

London is considered as one of the world’s most powerful, most desirable, most visited, most expensive, most creative city and most important global cities.

It ranks 26th out of 300 cities in economic performance. It ranks 2th in the world with post-secondary education and 11th for the quality of universities. It has a diverse range of people and cultures who spoke more than 300 languages.

London has four World Heritage Sites which include the Tower of London, the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, the Palace of Westminster, and Maritime Greenwich.

Some other beautiful places in London are Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, Tower Bridge, and The Shard. It has a lot of museums, galleries, libraries and sporting events. 

Final Word

So that’s it, guys. Some of the cities that could not make it to this top 10 best cities in the world list are Madrid, San Francisco, Abu Dhabi, Chicago and Toronto.

We hope you enjoy reading this article and if you enjoy it then don’t forget to tell us about your experience of visiting any of this city and also let us know which city are you planning your trip next. We will be really happy to read about your experience. Thank You!

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