UK publication TimeOut has named Amsterdam as the 18th best city in the world to visit in 2024. The magazine praised the city for its fine dining options, as well as its art scene and architecture. 

New York named as the best city in the world in 2024

The magazine named New York as the number one city in the world in 2024, complimenting the city’s vibrancy, galleries and museums. The city that never sleeps was praised for its convenience with many 24-hour restaurants, bars and shops. 

Residents in the cities were asked to rate the cost of food, as well as the quality of eateries, rate the culture and nightlife in their city, how their city makes them feel and if it is easy to make social connections. They were also asked where else in the world they would like to live, while TimeOut’s editors also added their feelings into the mix as well. 

Amsterdam named 18th best city in the world

Though not in the top 10, Amsterdam managed to still make it onto the list. In 18th place, the city was praised for its trendy, cool feel, and the magazine suggested that visitors should head over to see Kingsday in April, and recommended the city as a great place to find love.

In front of Amsterdam came the German city of Berlin, in third place, Cape Town in second place, and New York in first. 

Top 10 Cities in the World 2024

According to TimeOut, these are the top 10 cities in the world in 2024 are:

• 1. New York
• 2. Cape Town
• 3. Berlin 
• 4. London
• 5. Madrid
• 6. Mexico City
• 7. Liverpool
• 8. Tokyo
• 9. Rome
• 10. Porto

For the full ranking, see TimeOut’s full list.