Here’s the African city ranked as the second-best city in the world in 2024

Cape Town ranked 2nd best city globally by Time Out, according to a survey.
The survey highlights residents' happiness, with 100% finding the city attractive.
Cape Town's vibrant culture scene tops the global charts for quality.

According to Time Out, a global media and hospitality business, a city by some is made great via its “buzzing neighborhoods, affordable food and drink, and a mighty selection of things to do, from art galleries and museums to live music, theatre, the happiness of its locals, access to green space, and strong community vibes.”

The media and hospitality company listed 50 of the best cities in the world, to which Cape Town came in at number 2, second only to America’s New York.

18. Cape Town, South Africa Number of primary centi-millionaire residents: 26Number of centi-millionaire residents during peak holiday months: 100+ Business Insider USA

To come up with their ranking, they partnered with the research company Potentia Insight and surveyed thousands of city dwellers about the quality and affordability of food, culture, and nightlife in their city.

Time Out inquired about the happiness of the residents regarding their city. They asked the following questions: “Is it a beautiful place? Is it easy to make social connections?”

Thousands of answers specified a unique perspective on what it's really like to live in the biggest cities in the world today.

Based on the Survey, Cape Town scored well across the board. A stunning 100 percent of natives claimed the city is attractive and makes them happy, and Cape Town's culture scene is ranked first in the world for quality.

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There is beauty to be found all across Cape Town, from the cliffs of the Cape Peninsula to the luscious Winelands vineyards and the city's historic sites. It simply is one of the prides of South Africa, one of Africa's top 3 largest economies.

Cape Town provides an experience that is as varied as it is captivating, whether you want to go on a safari trip in the neighboring game reserves or explore the cobblestone alleyways of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

colorful homes of Bo-Kaap Google

The District Six Museum, Robben Island, and the colorful homes of Bo-Kaap, amongst other attractions that litter the city provide breathtaking experiences for the senses.

Cape Town, located at the southern point of the African continent, is an allusion to both nature's spectacular beauty and human creativity. With its spectacular vistas, vibrant culture, and rich history, this seaside city captures the hearts of those who visit its beaches.