Known as the Mother City, Cape Town is the second-most populated city in South Africa. It offers a melting pot of cultures, dynamic industries and many indoor-outdoor activities to be enjoyed.

Stockholm is the go-to reference city for outerwear, well-considered designs and interiors, as well as a vibrant youth market and resale innovators. Explore the inspiring areas of Östermalm and SoFo for multi-brand concept stores and vintage treasures.

Mexico City is becoming a highly sought-after remote work destination for young professionals and digital nomads.

Consistently one of the world’s most inspiring cities, Tokyo is finally back on the global travel map.

Dive into the global cities at the forefront of metaverse innovation, from physical spaces that harness NFTs to virtual platforms that provide alternatives to everyday environments.

As customers return to physical stores and the culture calendar comes alive, London feels energised once more with new shopping experiences, conscious business ideas and inspiring exhibitions.

The city that never sleeps is thriving with exciting new openings, emerging brands and concept stores that cater to tourists and locals alike. 

Hong Kong’s landscape has changed massively due an exodus in recent years and the effect of Covid-19, yet the melting pot of cultures resiliently adapted to the new normal and saw the emergence of retro spots referencing old Hong Kong.

Having risen in the rankings of top cities to live in and attracting new talent, Lisbon has a laid-back vibe, eco-conscious lifestyle shops and inventive gastronomic experiences.

WGSN's City by City team puts together a curated list of the must-know exhibitions coming up globally, including sensory experiences, digital worlds and natural cycles.