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The top 10 best cities in the world for 2025
The 2025 World’s Best Cities report, compiled by marketing consultancy Resonance with market research company Ipsos, ranks cities around the world on what it defines as their livability, lovability and prosperity, all totting up to an overall score.
Alongside other data, it includes a survey of 22,000 people in 30 countries.
Among the top 10 are a handful of cities in western Europe, a famous US city and one lucky Australian location.
1.London, 2.New York ,3.Paris, 4.Tokyo, 5.Singapore, 6.Rome, 7.Madrid, 8.Barcelona, 9.Berlin, 10.Sydney
Why Sydney?
Sydney, the capital of NSW and second most populus city in Australia, just scraped into the top 10 list of world’s best cities.
Attractions such as the iconic Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and stunning beaches such as Bondi and Balmoral were listed as reasons Sydney is so beloved both locally and globally.
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Famous Australian Cities
Canberra-Capital of Australia
NSW New South Wales – Sydney (state capital)
Northern Territory- Darwin (territory capital)
Queensland- Brisbane (state capital), Cairns, Gold Coast
South Australia- Adelaide (state capital)
Tasmania- Hobart (state capital)
Victoria- Melbourne (state capital)
Western Australia- Perth (state capital)
Population
1 Greater Sydney (New South Wales) 5,450,496
2 Greater Melbourne (Victoria) 5,207,145
3 Greater Brisbane ( Queensland) 2,706,966
4 Greater Perth ( Western Australia) 2,309,338
5 Greater Adelaide (South Australia) 1,446,380
6 Australian Capital Territory –(Canberra) 466,566
7 Greater Hobart (Tasmania) 253,654
8 Greater Darwin (Northern Territory) 150,736
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What to do in Canberra, Capital City of Australia
As Australia’s purpose-built capital, Canberra preserves national treasures within iconic institutions such as Australian Parliament House the Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Museum of Australia. The National Portrait Gallery showcases the people who have shaped our nation, and the Australian Institute of Sport highlights Australia’s sporting achievements.
Conveniently located within a three-hour drive from Sydney or a one-hour flight from Melbourne, Canberra stands as a must-visit destination to uncover the spirit of the nation.
More attractions include National Dinosaur Museum, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve , National Library of Australia , Lake Burley Griffin and many markets .
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What to do in Sydney
Sydney’s cultural landscape is adorned with esteemed institutions like the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Bangarra Dance Theatre, the Australian National Maritime Museum, the country’s national opera company Opera Australia and the world renowned Sydney Opera House.
Adding to the iconic Sydney Opera House, are the city’s cultural institutions, Aboriginal heritage and sacred sites, and annual cultural festivals Sydney Harbour Bridge, Balmoral and Darling Harbour are other tourist attractions.
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What to do in Melbourne
Melbourne is famous for its cultural and sporting events such as Cricket Matches and Open Tennis Tournament; the The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) houses the nation’s largest permanent collection of Australian art, while the Melbourne Cricket Ground has the most seats in the Southern Hemisphere.
This city finds inventive ways to turn spaces into wine bars and hip restaurants. Its more than 5000 cafes and restaurants can be found in intriguing laneways, basements and even beneath bridges. Wherever it is, Melbourne’s food and wine scene nourishes its cultural appetite.
Long considered Australia’s cultural capital, Melbourne has a high concentration of contemporary art galleries and is one of the world’s leading street art cities. Walking tours are an ideal way to explore the city’s cultural heart.
The city proudly hosts major international annual events such as the Melbourne Cup horse race, the Australian Open Tennis Championships, and the Formula One Australian Grand Prix. Numerous cultural festivals take place in Melbourne each year.
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What to see in Cairns
cable car over rain forest
One of the best things to do in Cairns is to take to the skies on a helicopter tour; the 45-minute journey with Nautilus Aviation will show you the city’s most beautiful offerings, from the rainbow colours of the Great Barrier Reef to Barron Falls and the canopy of the Daintree Rainforest.
Visiting The Great Barrier Reef in glass bottomed boats is a memorable one.
This is the world’s largest coral reef system, a collection of just under 3000 individual reefs and 900 islands across near 350,000 square kilometres.
Journey north-west of Cairns and into the mountains to find Kuranda.
Make your way up the ridge via the famed steam train on the Kuranda Scenic Railway;, it navigates 15 tunnels, 93 curves and difficult bridges across dense rainforest, waterfalls and steep ravines in just under two hours. On the way down, jump aboard the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
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What to do in Perth
Wave Rock Near Perth
Perth has something for everyone. Beautiful wine region, spectacular coastline, and a bustling city – Perth has plenty to offer. ‘There are treetop walks, Swan River cruises, science museums, arts, crafts, and sports to be enjoyed. Experience the beauty of the Swan River on a scenic cruise from Perth for a 2 hour and 45 minute to visit the historic port city of Fremantle A 20-metre high suspension bridge provides spectacular views . Other attractions include Kings Park and Botanic Garden, Rottnest Island , Wave Rock, Pinnacles Desert and the Margaret River wine region.
Country’s largest Hindu temple is in Perth.
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