London has been named the best city in Europe for 2023 by Resonance Consultancy, beating other major European capitals. The firm's annual report evaluated 100 cities based on factors such as attractions, walkability, diversity, employment, and even Instagram hashtags.
The report praised London's resilience amid economic challenges, the Queen's death, Brexit, and political upheaval. It highlighted the city's tech connections, with giants like Google and TikTok investing heavily in the capital.
London's expanding travel links were a key factor, with the Elizabeth Line celebrated for its first anniversary. The report noted that the Tube is nearly back to pre-pandemic capacity, with the Night Tube reopened and new metro stops added. The Bond Street Elizabeth line station opened late last year, and the Camden Highline, a 1.2-kilometre greenway, is set to open in 2025.
While the rest of the UK faces property price slumps, London's luxury home market has thrived, with sales in Mayfair and St James's up 63% compared to pre-pandemic levels.
