- London is Europe’s best city for budding creatives in 2024, scoring 8.80/10
- London boasts the most top rated Universities and Schools for Arts (8)
- Following closely behind in second and third position are Berlin (8.40/10) and Milan (8.12/10)
- The full data set is available to view here
The Top 10 European Cities For Budding Creatives
| Rank | City | Country | Top Universities and Schools for Arts | Number of Art Galleries | Number of Museums | Number of Theatres | Final Score (/10) |
| 1 | London | United Kingdom | 8 | 277 | 187 | 256 | 8.80 |
| 2 | Berlin | Germany | 3 | 278 | 245 | 193 | 8.40 |
| 3 | Milan | Italy | 5 | 107 | 233 | 63 | 8.12 |
| 4 | Paris | France | 6 | 447 | 171 | 275 | 7.45 |
| 5 | Vienna | Austria | 4 | 76 | 185 | 87 | 7.35 |
| 6 | Stockholm | Sweden | 4 | 44 | 61 | 66 | 7.16 |
| 7 | Glasgow | United Kingdom | 2 | 40 | 72 | 19 | 6.57 |
| 8 | Madrid | Spain | 2 | 61 | 171 | 140 | 6.48 |
| 9 | Zürich | Switzerland | 2 | 81 | 59 | 41 | 6.38 |
| 10 | Barcelona | Spain | 2 | 79 | 182 | 83 | 6.00 |
The full data-set of all 50 cities analysed can be found here
Ranking as Europe’s best city for budding creatives, according to the findings, London boasts a final creativity score of 8.80 out of 10.
Not only is London home to the Royal College of Art, the number one art school in the world, but the UK capital also boasts eight top ranking universities and schools specialising in Arts.
With an abundance of art galleries (277) and theatres (256), the UK capital is a great educational inspiration for budding creatives to thrive in.
Berlin, Germany, ranks in second position with a final score of 8.40 out of 10. Known as a hub for techno music and avant-garde art amongst free spirits across the globe, the German capital is also rich in culture, boasting 278 art galleries and 245 museums to explore.
Renowned as one of the cultural centres of Europe, Milan, Italy, ranks in third place with a final score of 8.12 out of 10.
With a variety of museums (233) and art galleries (107), Milan is also home to five top ranking universities and schools specialising in Arts.
Comparatively, ranking as the least optionable city for budding creatives in Europe is Dundee. Despite being Scotland’s fourth-largest city, it scores a total score of 1.07 out of 10 – home to just five art galleries and seven theatres.
Adobe Express share their top tips for budding creatives to find the right city for them: “It’s no surprise that Europe is a dream destination for many creatives, whether you’re keen to explore the rich history, vibrant art movements or magical music scenes.
“When deciding which European city would be the most appropriate choice for you and the lifestyle you want to pursue, it’s important to bear in mind factors such as the cost of living, tuition fees, the language and the creative scene the city is capable of providing.
“Despite cities such as London ranking as the best cities for budding creatives, it’s also important to note that London is one of the most expensive cities in Europe but is also home to a world class art scene and prestigious education prospects. The perfect city to launch your career if you can afford to do so.
“Berlin on the other hand, is a relatively affordable city boasting a thriving nightlife scene and a continuous magnet for artists, musicians and creatives.”
