Copenhagen received perfect scores for stability, education and infrastructure, reflecting a city designed around the people who live there.

Life in a great city is about much more than impressive skylines or famous landmarks.

It is the daily things that make the biggest difference, from getting to work without sitting in traffic for hours to feeling safe walking home at night or having parks, healthcare and good schools within easy reach.

The Economist Intelligence Unit's 2026 Global Liveability Index has ranked 173 cities based on stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education and infrastructure.

The result is a list of places where everyday life simply works better.