The balance of what it offers vs what it costs works in its favor overall. The gap in this category is notable — this is not a tie.

For postcard hunters, this often tends to be decisive. The gap in this category is notable — this is not a tie.

Families with kids often find more hassle-free options here.

From casual bites to fine dining: more great spots per street.

Hotels, menus and transit tend to stretch the traveler’s budget further. Here the difference shows up in the real traveler experience.

After dark, bars, gigs and late terraces ramp up fast. Here the difference shows up in the real traveler experience.

More sunny days and mild temps for being outdoors without plan B. Here the difference shows up in the real traveler experience.