Best Cities in the Northern Hemisphere
The Top Ten
1 New York City, U.S.A.
The City of New York, often called New York City or simply New York, is the most populous city in the United States. New York City is also the most densely populated major city in the United States.
The City of New York, often called New York City or simply New York, is the most populous city in the United States. New York City is also the most densely populated major city in the United States.
2 London, United Kingdom
3 Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo, officially Tokyo Metropolis, one of the 47 prefectures of Japan, has served as the Japanese capital since 1869. Located at the head of Tokyo Bay, the prefecture forms part of the Kantō region on the central Pacific coast of Japan's main island of Honshu. Tokyo is the political and economic center ...read more.
Tokyo, officially Tokyo Metropolis, one of the 47 prefectures of Japan, has served as the Japanese capital since 1869. Located at the head of Tokyo Bay, the prefecture forms part of the Kantō region on the central Pacific coast of Japan's main island of Honshu. Tokyo is the political and economic center ...read more.
4 Los Angeles, U.S.A.
Los Angeles, officially the City of Los Angeles and often abbreviated as L.A., is the largest city in California. It has an estimated population of nearly 4 million, and is the second-largest city in the United States, after New York City, and the third-largest city in North America, after Mexico City ...read more.
Los Angeles, officially the City of Los Angeles and often abbreviated as L.A., is the largest city in California. It has an estimated population of nearly 4 million, and is the second-largest city in the United States, after New York City, and the third-largest city in North America, after Mexico City ...read more.
5 Oslo, Norway
Oslo is the capital and most populous city of Norway. It constitutes both a county and a municipality.
Oslo is the capital and most populous city of Norway. It constitutes both a county and a municipality.
6 Paris, France
7 Dubai, U.A.E.
Dubai is the largest and most populous city in the United Arab Emirates. Established in the 18th century as a small fishing village, the city grew rapidly in the early 21st century into a cosmopolitan metropolis with a focus on tourism and hospitality. Dubai is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations with the second most five-star hotels in the world, and the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa. ...read more.
Dubai is the largest and most populous city in the United Arab Emirates. Established in the 18th century as a small fishing village, the city grew rapidly in the early 21st century into a cosmopolitan metropolis with a focus on tourism and hospitality. Dubai is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations with the second most five-star hotels in the world, and the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa. ...read more.
8 Toronto, Canada
Toronto is the most populous city in Canada, the provincial capital of Ontario, and the centre of the Greater Toronto Area, the most populous metropolitan area in Canada. Toronto is an international centre of business, finance, arts, and culture, and is recognized as one of the most multicultural and ...read more.
Toronto is the most populous city in Canada, the provincial capital of Ontario, and the centre of the Greater Toronto Area, the most populous metropolitan area in Canada. Toronto is an international centre of business, finance, arts, and culture, and is recognized as one of the most multicultural and ...read more.
9 Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona is a city in Spain. It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia, as well as the second most populous municipality of Spain.
Barcelona is a city in Spain. It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia, as well as the second most populous municipality of Spain.
10 Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen is the capital of the Kingdom of Denmark. At a population of 591,481 inhabitants as of January 2016, it is also the largest city in the country. It is located in the Hovedstaden region of Denmark and is home to the world famous Tivoli Gardens, one of the oldest operating amusement parks in the world.
Copenhagen is the capital of the Kingdom of Denmark. At a population of 591,481 inhabitants as of January 2016, it is also the largest city in the country. It is located in the Hovedstaden region of Denmark and is home to the world famous Tivoli Gardens, one of the oldest operating amusement parks in the world.The Contenders
11 Berlin, Germany
Berlin is the capital and largest city of Germany by both area and population. Its 3.8 million inhabitants make it the European Union's most populous city, according to population within city limits One of Germany's sixteen constituent states, Berlin is surrounded by the State of Brandenburg and contiguous ...read more.
Berlin is the capital and largest city of Germany by both area and population. Its 3.8 million inhabitants make it the European Union's most populous city, according to population within city limits One of Germany's sixteen constituent states, Berlin is surrounded by the State of Brandenburg and contiguous ...read more.
12 Zürich, Switzerland
13 Rome, Italy
Rome is the capital city and a special comune of Italy, as well as the capital of the Lazio region. The city has been a major human settlement for almost three millennia. With 2,860,009 residents in 1,285 km2 (496.1 sq mi), it is also the country's most populated comune. It is the third most populous city in the European Union by population within city limits. It is the centre of the Metropolitan City of Rome, which has a population of 4,355,725 residents, thus making it the most populous metropolitan city in Italy. Its metropolitan area is the third-most populous within Italy. Rome is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, within Lazio (Latium), along the shores of ...read more.
Rome is the capital city and a special comune of Italy, as well as the capital of the Lazio region. The city has been a major human settlement for almost three millennia. With 2,860,009 residents in 1,285 km2 (496.1 sq mi), it is also the country's most populated comune. It is the third most populous city in the European Union by population within city limits. It is the centre of the Metropolitan City of Rome, which has a population of 4,355,725 residents, thus making it the most populous metropolitan city in Italy. Its metropolitan area is the third-most populous within Italy. Rome is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, within Lazio (Latium), along the shores of ...read more.
14 Bergen, Norway
Bergen, a city on Norway’s southwestern coast, is surrounded by mountains and fjords, including Sognefjord, the country’s longest and deepest. The historic Bryggen area, with colorful wooden houses, reflects the city’s Hanseatic heritage. It's also known for the Bergenhus Fortress and the Fløibanen Funicular, which climbs Mount Fløyen. Bergen is a gateway to Norway’s fjords and is known... read more
Bergen, a city on Norway’s southwestern coast, is surrounded by mountains and fjords, including Sognefjord, the country’s longest and deepest. The historic Bryggen area, with colorful wooden houses, reflects the city’s Hanseatic heritage. It's also known for the Bergenhus Fortress and the Fløibanen Funicular, which climbs Mount Fløyen. Bergen is a gateway to Norway’s fjords and is known... read more
15 Reykjavik, Iceland
16 Helsinki, Finland
17 Bern, Switzerland
Bern, the capital of Switzerland, boasts a well-preserved medieval old town that is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Zytglogge clock tower is a notable landmark. The Aare River runs through the city, offering picturesque views and opportunities for swimming and relaxation. The Federal Palace, seat of the Swiss government, overlooks the city. Bern's cultural offerings include theaters, museums, and galleries.
Bern, the capital of Switzerland, boasts a well-preserved medieval old town that is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Zytglogge clock tower is a notable landmark. The Aare River runs through the city, offering picturesque views and opportunities for swimming and relaxation. The Federal Palace, seat of the Swiss government, overlooks the city. Bern's cultural offerings include theaters, museums, and galleries.
18 Kyiv, Ukraine
19 Chisinau, Moldova
Chișinău, also known as Kishinev, also referred to as Kishineu, is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Moldova.
Chișinău, also known as Kishinev, also referred to as Kishineu, is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Moldova.
20 Moscow, Russia
21 Warsaw, Poland
Warsaw is the capital and largest city of Poland, located along the Vistula River. The city has a tumultuous history, marked by its near-complete destruction during World War II and subsequent rebuilding. It is a significant political and economic hub in Central Europe, hosting international organizations and multinational corporations. Warsaw is renowned for its high standard of living, modern skyscrapers, and well-preserved historical districts. Cultural landmarks like the Royal Castle and Wilanów Palace attract numerous visitors each year.
Warsaw is the capital and largest city of Poland, located along the Vistula River. The city has a tumultuous history, marked by its near-complete destruction during World War II and subsequent rebuilding. It is a significant political and economic hub in Central Europe, hosting international organizations and multinational corporations. Warsaw is renowned for its high standard of living, modern skyscrapers, and well-preserved historical districts. Cultural landmarks like the Royal Castle and Wilanów Palace attract numerous visitors each year.
22 Montreal, Canada
Montreal is the most populous municipality in the Canadian province of Quebec and the second-most populous municipality in Canada. Originally called Ville-Marie, it is named after Mount Royal, the triple-peaked hill in the heart of the city. The city is centred on the Island of Montreal, which took ...read more.
Montreal is the most populous municipality in the Canadian province of Quebec and the second-most populous municipality in Canada. Originally called Ville-Marie, it is named after Mount Royal, the triple-peaked hill in the heart of the city. The city is centred on the Island of Montreal, which took ...read more.
23 Elizabeth, New Jersey
24 Stockholm, Sweden
Stockholm is the capital of Sweden and the most populous urban area in the Nordic countries. It has the most populous urban area in Sweden as well as in Scandinavia.
Stockholm is the capital of Sweden and the most populous urban area in the Nordic countries. It has the most populous urban area in Sweden as well as in Scandinavia.
25 Ljubljana, Slovenia
Ljubljana is the capital and largest city of Slovenia, nestled along the Ljubljanica River. The city features a blend of Baroque, Renaissance, and modern architectures, symbolized by landmarks such as the Triple Bridge and Ljubljana Castle. It's known for its environmental initiatives, including a focus on sustainable public transport and green spaces. Ljubljana is a lively city with numerous festivals, a bustling food scene, and a growing reputation as a startup hub. The city's University of Ljubljana is one of the largest in Europe, contributing to a youthful and dynamic atmosphere.
Ljubljana is the capital and largest city of Slovenia, nestled along the Ljubljanica River. The city features a blend of Baroque, Renaissance, and modern architectures, symbolized by landmarks such as the Triple Bridge and Ljubljana Castle. It's known for its environmental initiatives, including a focus on sustainable public transport and green spaces. Ljubljana is a lively city with numerous festivals, a bustling food scene, and a growing reputation as a startup hub. The city's University of Ljubljana is one of the largest in Europe, contributing to a youthful and dynamic atmosphere.8Load More
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