Cape Town is placed 5th in Condé Nast Traveller friendliest cities in the world 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. “You won’t receive a more welcoming reception than these, the friendliest cities on the planet, as voted for by you” – Condé Nast Traveller 1 October 2024
Cape Town, South Africa. Score 91.30
“Slotted in the gap between mountains and ocean, Cape Town is a port city rich with remarkable scenery. Table Mountain is its most iconic landmark, named one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature for its flat peak accessible by cable car, while Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden is a 528-hectare natural paradise teeming with rare flowers and native birds. Don’t miss Robben Island across the water, home to the former prison which held Nelson Mandela and now a crucial museum for understanding Cape Town’s complex history.”
The order and scoring is as follows:
1. Singapore. Score 94.84
2. Sydney, Australia. Score 93.85
3. Las Vegas, Nevada. Score 93.33
4. Bangkok, Thailand. Score 92.00
Following on are
6. Tokyo, Japan. Score 90.87
7. Marrakech, Morocco. Score 90.59
8. Hong Kong. Score 89.70
9. Chicago, Illinois. Score 89.66
10. New York, USA. Score 84.26
“There are thousands of cities worldwide, yet no two are the same. Each urban area is packed with its own unique mix of restaurants, shops, architecture and nature—all of which are brought to life by the charm of its people. Particularly when in a crowded metropolis, immersing yourself in the community is essential, as good company goes a long way in making a trip both more enjoyable and comfortable.
To find these affable pockets, we called on you to search all four corners of the globe and rank your favourite cities for a friendly stay. Last year, Canadian cities received the most votes, although 2024 saw the spotlight move across the border to the US, with New York, Chicago and Las Vegas all ranking in the top 10. As chosen by you, here we reveal the world’s friendliest cities in this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards.”
CONGRATULATIONS to Cape Town – you will always get our vote!
