Many of the world's most interesting cities are located right on the water.
Chicago Line Cruises recently compiled a list of the top 25 waterfront cities in the world, using Mercer's Quality of Living survey and Euromonitor's measures of international tourist arrivals. They also used Numbeo's "Basket of Goods and Services" tool, which allows you to compare total prices across cities. The total number they compared represents what it would cost to buy a new pair of jeans, a bottle of water, a movie ticket, and a one-kilometer taxi ride in each city.
Finally, they included a "wild card" factor for cities that offer a truly one-of-a-kind experience for travelers.
From Barcelona to Oslo, here are 25 of the best coastal cities around the globe.
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25. After you've walked through the narrow streets of the Old Town in Edinburgh, Scotland, check out its many shops, top-notch restaurants, and bars. The city is also home to the Fringe Festival, which is the world's biggest international performing arts festival. Last year, the festival spanned 25 days and featured more than 50,000 performances.
Mercer Quality of Living Ranking: 46
Numbeo Basket of Goods: $88.49
Euromonitor Ranking: N/A
24. New Orleans, located on the Mississippi River in Louisiana, is famous for its around-the-clock nightlife and its bustling live-music scene. Besides its Mardi Gras celebrations, which include week-long parties and parades, the city is also known for its delectable Cajun and Creole cuisine.
Mercer Quality of Living Ranking: N/A
Numbeo Basket of Goods: $89.30
Euromonitor Ranking: 49
23. The Italian city of Venice is built on more than 100 small islands on a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. Locals and tourists alike can enjoy its waterfront dining establishments, luxury shopping options, variety of Renaissance artworks, and the famous Carnival festival.
Mercer Quality of Living Ranking: N/A
Numbeo Basket of Goods: $81.89
Euromonitor Ranking: 30
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