Random Best Countries to Live In (65 items)

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  (#1) Switzerland

  • Bern

  Switzerland has the highest wealth per adult in the world, and has the second highest life expectancy in the world. Its economy is also very stable and prosperous.
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  (#2) Canada

  • Ottawa

  While Canada is the second largest country territory-wise, it's only home to 33 million people. It's a country that's best suited for all kinds of living; for those who are urban dwellers, there are several big cities in which to reside. Or if you'd prefer to live in the middle of nowhere, there's plenty of that too. Plus, Canadians are considered the most educated people in the world.
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  (#3) New Zealand

  • Wellington

  New Zealand has several cities that rank well on the international livability standards. Auckland was ranked 4th, and Wellington was ranked 12th in the 2010 Mercer Quality of Life Survey. 
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  (#4) Australia

  • Canberra

  Australia is the second wealthiest country overall, just behind Switzerland, and has a low poverty rate. Its life expectancy is 4th internationally, following Japan, Hong Kong, and Iceland.
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  (#5) Netherlands

  • Amsterdam

  The Netherlands are one of the most liberal countries in the world. It was the first to legalize same sex marriage in 2001. There are also many renowned Dutch artists, including the legendary Vincent Van Gogh.
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  (#6) Denmark

  • Copenhagen

  The people of Denmark are considered to be the happiest in the world, as well as some of the wealthiest. Denmark is one of the greenest countries in the world, and it was the first country in the world to implement an environmental law in 1973.
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  (#7) Germany

  • Berlin

  Germany's culture is rich and widespread. Being a leader in science, technology, education, and art, it is known as Das Land der Dicter ind Denker, or The Land of Poets and Thinkers. 104 German laureates have been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
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  (#8) Austria

  • Vienna

  Austria is the 12th wealthiest country in the world. It has a high standard of living, and it has a well developed social market. It also receives half of its electricity from hydropower, and is a large investor in using renewable energy sources such as wind, water, and solar power plants.
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  (#9) Norway

  • Oslo

  Norway is expected to become one of the wealthiest countries in the world in the next several years. It's a progressive country; it was the 6th country to grant marriage equality to same sex couples in 2009.
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  (#10) Republic of Ireland

  • Dublin

  Despite much of the world being heavily influenced by its Western culture, Ireland still has a thriving and rich indigenous culture. Ireland has some of the most important and iconic writers and scientists in history.
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  (#11) Scotland

  • Edinburgh

  Scotland has some of the oldest and top universities in the world. It also produces more published research per capita than any other country in the world, making Scotland a hub of education and research.
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  (#12) Belgium

  • City of Brussels

  Belgium is ranked 17th in the Human Development Report on quality of life. It also has three official languages: Dutch, French, and German, along with several unofficial languages, making it a multilingual hub. Plus, Belgian chocolate is divine.
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  (#13) Finland

  • Helsinki

  Newsweek declared Finland the "best country in the world" in 2010, factoring in education, economic competitiveness, human development, civil liberties, and quality of life. With 37 national parks across the country, much of Finland is virgin land, making it one of the most beautiful countries as well.
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  (#14) Sweden

  • Stockholm

  Sweden is the 4th most competitive country in the world, according to the World Economic Forum, being a leader in human equality, renewable resources, and education. It is also ranked as being the most creative country business-wise in Europe. 
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  (#15) England

  • London

  England is one of the leading countries countries in the world, with the largest economy in Europe. While being one of the most densely populated countries in Europe, it also has many rural areas, giving residents a choice to live in the country or in the big city.
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  (#16) Czech Republic

  • Prague

  The Czech Republic is listed as the 9th most peaceful country in Europe. It's also listed as having the best performing democratic governance in Europe, as well as having the lowest mortality rate.
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  (#17) Japan

  • Tokyo

  A major world power, Japan has officially renounced its ability to declare war ever again, and only uses its military for defense and peace keeping purposes. Additionally, Japanese women have the second highest life expectancy in the world, and Japan has the third lowest infant mortality rate. It is also the leading nation in science technology and research.
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  (#18) Iceland

  • Reykjavik

  Iceland is one of the most economically and politically stable countries in the world. It's the seventh most productive country in the world, and 85% of its energy comes from renewable resources.
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  (#19) Italy

  • Rome

  Other than the amazing food, the romantic cities, and its famous art and architecture, Italy is home to the oldest university in the world, the University of Bologna, which was established in 1088. It's also listed in the top 200 universities in the world.
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  (#20) Portugal

  • Lisbon

  Portugal ranks 19th on highest quality of life index. It's also considered one of the most globalized and peaceful countries in the world.
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  (#21) Monaco

  Located on the French Riviera, Monaco is the second smallest and the most densely populated country in the world. It has the lowest unemployment rate in the world of 0%.
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  (#22) France

  • Paris

  France has been a major power since the Middle Ages and continues to be so today. It's the wealthiest nation in Europe, and fourth in the world. It also has the 25th best education system.
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  (#23) Spain

  • Madrid

  Spain has the 13th largest economy in the world and ranks 24th on the worldwide quality of life index rating.
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  (#24) Estonia

  • Tallinn

  Estonia is third in the world for press freedom, civil liberties, and economic freedom. They highly value free education, liberalism, and a limited government.
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  (#25) Hungary

  • Budapest

  Hungary has a great public transpiration system in place and has the oldest metro system in the world. It also has some of the best spa and bath houses in the world, thanks to the thermal water that can be found in 80% of Hungary's territory.
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  (#26) Liechtenstein

  • Vaduz

  Liechtenstein has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the world, clocking in at only 1.5%. It also has one of the highest standards of living in the world.
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  (#27) Slovenia

  • Ljubljana

  While Slovene is the official language of Slovenia, many people also speak Italian and Hungarian in certain parts of the country, specifically closer to the borders. It's the richest of all the Slavic states per capita, and because of its location geographically, it's the crossroads of major trade routes.
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  (#28) Greece

  • Athens

  Greece has the 11th longest coastline in the world, with several islands just off the coast, and over 80% of Greece lies in mountainous regions. Because of its famous history of Ancient Greece and all of it accomplishments, modern Greece is know to be the cradle of all western civilization.
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  (#29) Lithuania

  • Vilnius

  Lithuanian, the official language of Lithuania, is only one of two surviving Baltic languages that are spoken today. Lithuania is also one of the fastest growing economies in the European Union. 
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  (#30) Croatia

  • Zagreb

  Croatia is ranked 18th in the most popular destinations for tourists. It also ranks very high on the Human Development Index.
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  (#31) Latvia

  • Riga

  A member of the European Union, Latvia is listed as number 44 on the Human Development Index. It's official language, Latvian, is one of two surviving Baltic languages left in the world, the other being Lithuanian.
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  (#32) Andorra

  • Andorra la Vella

  Andorra is the sixth smallest country in Europe. It has the third highest life expectancy in the world– 84 years. 
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  (#33) Malta

  • Valletta

  Malta, one of the smallest countries in the world, being an island in the Mediterranean Sea. It's a popular tourist destination because of its warm climate, and it has some of the oldest free-standing buildings in the world. Plus, "Game of Thrones" was filmed there.
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  (#34) Costa Rica

  • San José

  Costa Rica was the first of only a few countries to completely demolish its army. It's currently one of the most stable and progressive countries in Latin America.
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  (#35) Singapore

  • Singapore
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  (#36) South Korea

  • Seoul

  South Korea has the second highest standard of living in Asia. Since the 1960's, South Korea's economy has been one of the fastest growing in the world. According to the OECD Programme for International Student Assessment, South Korean students ranked first in problem solving, third in mathematics, and seventh in science.
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  (#37) Uruguay

  • Montevideo

  88% of all Uruguayans are of European descent, mostly coming from Italy and Spain. Because so many immigrants in Uruguay were from Italy, they used to speak what was called 'cocoliche,' a mixture of the two languages. Many of its words are still used in everyday language today. 
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  (#38) Bulgaria

  • Sofia

  Bulgaria is one of the oldest countries in the world, dating all the way back to 681 CE. Because of this, Bulgaria lays claim to several historical buildings and priceless artifacts that date back hundreds of years.
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  (#39) Peru

  • Lima
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  (#40) Argentina

  • Buenos Aires

  Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is the most visited city in South America. Known as a nation of immigration, a large proportion of immigrants are of Italian and Spanish descent. It's also home to a significant Arab and Asian population.
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  (#41) Taiwan

  • Taipei

  Taiwan is one of the four Asian Tigers. It ranks highly for public education, freedom of press, healthcare, economic freedom, and human development.
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  (#42) Slovakia

  • Bratislava

  Slovakia has one of the fastest growth rates in the European Union. Joining in 2004, it's one of only four former communist countries to now be a part of the EU.
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  (#43) Hong Kong

  
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  (#44) Malaysia

  • Kuala Lumpur
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  (#45) Thailand

  • Bangkok

  Thailand is a newly industrialized country and a major exporter worldwide. Thailand is also a major tourist destination because of its pristine beaches.
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  (#46) Brazil

  • Brasília

  Brazil has the 7th largest economy in the world. It's also been the largest producer of coffee in the world for over 150 years.
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  (#47) Russia

  • Moscow
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  (#48) Pepsi Mix
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  (#49) Ecuador

  • Quito

  Ecuador is considered the most biodiverse country in the world. Its constitution was the first in the world to create legally enforceable ecosystem rights.
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  (#50) Egypt

  • Cairo

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