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# Reykjavik ranked top queer-friendly capital in the world
- URL: https://www.scenemag.co.uk/reykjavik-ranked-top-queer-friendly-capital-in-the-world/
- Published: 2025-01-29T14:00:23.000Z
- Updated: 2025-01-28T13:23:35.000Z
- Description: Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, has emerged victorious in a recent global study that ranked the top queer-friendly capital cities in the world. A study by Emisil, a company that supports the Female to Male (FTM) community, showed that Reykjavik outshines other capitals, exhibiting how progressive
- Author: Graham Robson
- Tags: Iceland, LGBT, LGBTQ, queer, Travel

**Reykjavik**, the capital of Iceland, has emerged victorious in a recent global study that ranked the top queer-friendly capital cities in the world.

[A study by **Emisil**,](https://www.emisil.com/?ref=scenemag.co.uk) a company that supports the **Female to Male** (FTM) community, showed that Reykjavik outshines other capitals, exhibiting how progressive policies and community engagement shape a truly supportive environment.

The findings evaluated inclusivity, safety, affordability and social vibrancy across various countries, drawing from five core metrics: equality index, safety index, cost of living and rent index and the number of LGBTQ+ bars, clubs and events.

Reykjavik scored an impressive equality index of 93 and a safety index of 74.6, firmly establishing the city as a safe haven for its LGBTQ+ residents and visitors since the legalisation of same-sex marriage in 2010.

“Cities that prioritise equality and safety for LGBTQ+ individuals build communities where people can thrive socially, culturally and economically,” said a spokesperson from Emisil.

They added: “This serves as a reminder for other cities that investing in inclusivity is not only a matter of human rights but also a pathway to stronger social cohesion and economic development.

“Supporting visibility and ensuring safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals benefits everyone by creating more inclusive and resilient communities.”

**Berlin** came second in the study with a score of 97.7, closely followed by **Oslo** with a score of 96.6\. **London** came out with a score of 92.