World's Leading Cities in Architecture, Design, Literature, and Culture for the Year
On your travel bucket list for 2025, consider these captivating cities vying for your attention:
European Capitals of Culture
- 2024: Wander off the beaten path with Tartu, Estonia.
- 2025: Get ready for an unforgettable trifecta as Chemnitz in Germany, Nova Gorica in Slovenia (joined by Gorizia, Italy), set the stage for a year-long cultural extravaganza.
- 2026: Oulu, Finland, beckons, promising a year filled with arty affairs and creative crossroads.
European Green Capital
- Research is ongoing for the 2024 European Green Capital. However, Tallinn, Estonia held the title in 2023. Stay tuned for its successor in 2025 and 2026.
UNESCO World Book Capital
- For bibliophiles yearning to delve into a literary treasure trove, keep your eyes peeled for announcements regarding the 2024, 2025, and 2026 UNESCO World Book Capital cities.
UK City of Culture
- Prepare to immerse yourself in the vibrant arts scene as Wakefield takes the UK City of Culture title in 2025. Unfortunately, there's no word yet about the cities competing for 2024 and 2026.
European Capital of Gastronomic Culture
- Keep an eye out for news on the European Capital of Gastronomic Culture 2024, 2025, and 2026. While the exact cities remain unclear, the exciting culinary adventures they promised are still on the horizon!
World Design Capital
- The design enthusiasts among you will have to wait for updates on the 2024, 2025, and 2026 World Design Capitals.
UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture
- Brace yourself for a design odyssey as Barcelona takes the 2026 UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture by storm. More information on the cities vying for the 2024 and 2025 titles is currently unavailable.
Explore the city of Chemnitz in Germany, Nova Gorica in Slovenia, and Gorizia, Italy for 2025's cultural events, which will undoubtedly influence your lifestyle and provide ample opportunities for food-and-drink experiences. Tallinn, Estonia, the 2023 European Green Capital, could offer a sustainable twist to your travel plans in 2025. And for book lovers, keep an eye out for announcements regarding the UNESCO World Book Capital cities of 2024, 2025, and 2026, providing a wealth of entertainment through literature.
