In this piece, we will take a look at the five best cities for young people. For more cities, head on over to 32 Best Cities for Young People.
5. Vienna, Austria
Insider Monkey’s Score: 13
Vienna is the capital and the largest city of Austria. It is also a state in itself. The city has a special role in European history, having produced both musical and philosophical legends – two of the most notable ones being Sigmund Freud and Beethoven. The city also accounts for nearly a quarter of the Austrian GDP and it is one of the richest regions in Europe. Vienna is also a research cluster for the life sciences industry.
4. Berlin, Germany
Insider Monkey’s Score: 9
Berlin is the capital city of Germany – Europe’s largest economy and a production hub within the continent. It is also one of the most historic regions in the world, having sat at the center of both the second world war and the Cold War. Not only is Berlin a hub of German startups, but large firms such as Coca-Cola, Sony, Pfizer, and BMW also have a presence in the city.
3. Paris, France
Insider Monkey’s Score: 9
Paris is the capital city of France, a prosperous European country and a global power in modern day politics. Paris is also the world’s cultural hub, with its museums and restaurants among the most famous all over the globe. Some of the largest companies in the world, such as BNP Paribas and TotalEnergies, are among the largest employers in the city. These days though Paris is witnessing large protests against recent laws passed by the French government.
2. Prague, Czech Republic
Insider Monkey’s Score: 8
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is one of Europe’s pivotal historical regions, having had a long past crucial to empires and witnessing several historic art movements. Like Vienna, Prague also accounts for almost a quarter of the Czech Republic’s GDP, making it an economic hub in the country. Additionally, it also has one of the highest GDP per capita in the European Union, along with wages that are also quite high when compared to the rest of the country.
1. New York City, New York
Insider Monkey’s Score: 7
New York City is the state capital of the American state of New York. It is the largest city in America in terms of population as well as its economy – which is more than a trillion dollars. New York’s financial hub, Wall Street, is the heart of the U.S. and the city is graced with numerous investment banks and other firms. At the same time, New York is quite diverse as well, with its countless immigrants contributing significantly to the city’s culinary scene.
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