NYC makes the cut on new 50 best cities in the world list Apple squeezed out of top spot by unusual picks
Call it the Bronze Apple.Time Out has published a list of the 50 best cities in the world to visit in 2025 — and New York will be forced to content itself with third place, behind two unexpected competitors.The global travel authority surveyed more than 18,500 people around the world to analyze their opinions of their hometown, regarding everything including food, nightlife, culture, affordability, happiness and the overall vibe.Time Out then had a panel of experts vote to determine the best burgs to visit this year.While 78% of New Yorkers ranked the city that never sleeps as “exciting” on the survey, Gotham couldn’t quite make it to the top — but was the highest-ranked US locale.Here, a closer look at the top 10.
The majority of Cape Town residents (97%) of locals said their city makes them happy — so maybe it will perk you up too?Ninety-five percent gave the city’s food scene a high rating and 82% said they would describe the place as “beautiful.”Bangkok’s Ekkamai neighborhood was named one of Time Out’s coolest in the world.Eighty-six percent of locals would call food in Bangkok “good” or “amazing” and 84% said eating out is affordable.A whopping 78% of New Yorkers find the city “exciting” — the highest percentage of any city on the list.The Big Apple also received a 92% approval rating for the world-class arts and culture scene.Melbourne came second overall in the “restaurants and eating out” category.But that’s not all it has to offer, it was also ranked fourth for its “culture.” London is the city most loved by Time Out staff.Residents especially highlight its diversity and inclusivity.
New Orleans was the third most affordable city on the list.Seventy-two percent of residents claim that seeing live music is budget-friendly and 83% said it doesn’t break the bank to go out for a cocktail.The Mexican capital was ranked the fourth-happiest city on the list.
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