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Porto named Europe's friendliest city in 2026 awards
Porto has been named the friendliest city in Europe according to the 2026 Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards. The ranking, based on traveler experiences, highlights cities where locals are notably helpful and welcoming to visitors.
Lisbon followed closely in second place for Europe. The magazine noted Lisbon's picturesque setting on seven hills and its vibrant, inclusive atmosphere. Porto was praised for its authenticity, relaxed atmosphere, and growing popularity as a destination for culture and gastronomy.
Globally, Melbourne, Australia, took the top spot for friendliness, followed by Seoul, South Korea, and then Porto and Lisbon in the top four rankings.
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Condé Nast Traveller · Lisbon · Melbourne · Porto · Seoul
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- [● 4 SOURCES] Porto has been named the friendliest city in Europe in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. fjala.al · blog.winetourismportugal.com · www.euronews.com · it.euronews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Lisbon rose from eighth place last year to fourth place in the global friendliness ranking. blog.winetourismportugal.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Seoul, South Korea, ranked third globally with a score of 97.94. blog.winetourismportugal.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Melbourne, Australia, ranked first globally for friendliness with a score of 98.52. blog.winetourismportugal.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Lisbon was ranked as the second most welcoming city in Europe. fjala.al · blog.winetourismportugal.com · www.euronews.com · it.euronews.com