Mumbai has proudly claimed the 49th spot in Time Out’s 2025 list of the world’s best cities, standing tall as India’s sole representative. Every year, Time Out surveys thousands of locals from all over the globe, with rankings based on factors like food, culture, nightlife, affordability and livability. Here's a look at the top cities that made this year’s list!

Topping the list is Cape Town (South Africa), followed by Bangkok (Thailand) in second, and New York (USA) in third. Melbourne, (Australia) comes in at number four, with London (United Kingdom) rounding out the top five.

Mumbai made the cut at a respectable 49th spot, marking India’s only entry in this list! And at the very end of the rankings, Warsaw (Poland) holds the 50th spot. 

The research further said, “While Mumbai might be known for its street food like vada pav, the city now has a host of new regional fine dining experiences that let you travel around the country on your plate, from the cocktails and chakna at Bombay Daak to the ten-course tasting menu at Masque and the Supper Clubs of India series.”

“Romantics, Mumbai might be the place for you. The sprawling city came out on top as the best for romance, with 72 percent of locals saying it was easy to find love. Not only that, but Mumbai is the third-happiest city on this year’s list, too.” 

For the full list of the world’s best cities, click here!