What are the friendliest cities in Europe in 2026?
Travel & Tourism News Europe - Here are the Top 10 friendliest cities in Europe in 2026, according to a report by Condé Nast Traveler dated October 6th, 2026. The Readers’ Choice Awards voted for Porto and Lisbon as the Top 2 friendliest cities in Europe in 2026, where hospitality is at its warmest and where locals are eager to help, whether you’re trying to make sense of a neighborhood restaurant’s menu or looking confused on the metro. While Porto is the best city in Europe as the ideal city-break refuge, for its good food, culture, authenticity and relaxed atmosphere; Lisbon is the second best city in Europe with its vibrant café culture, creamy pastel de nata, winding alleys, and soulful fado music.
Top 10 friendliest cities in Europe in 2026:
1 - Porto, Portugal
Porto, Portugal, ranks No. 1 friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
2 - Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal ranks 2nd friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
3 - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands, ranks 3rd friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
4 - Stockholm, Sweden
Stockholm, Sweden, ranks 4th friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
5 - Valletta, Malta
Valletta, Malta, ranks 5th friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
6 - Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria, ranks 6th friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
7 - Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh, Scotland, ranks 7th friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
8 - Krakow, Poland
Krakow, Poland ranks 8th friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
9 - Palma, Spain
Palma, Spain ranks 9th friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
10 - Granada, Spain
Granada, Spain ranks 10th friendliest city in Europe in the Condé Nast Traveler ranking 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
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