Cities With tHE Most Skyscrapers

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6 January 2026

1. Hong Kong: With a whopping 569 skyscrapers, Hong Kong takes the top spot. This city is a marvel of modern architecture, with towering buildings that seem to touch the sky

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2. Shenzhen: Shenzhen comes in second with 461 skyscrapers, showcasing China's rapid urbanisation and growth

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3. New York City: The Big Apple ranks third with 323 skyscrapers, a testament to its status as a global financial hub

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4. Mumbai: Mumbai is fourth with 276 skyscrapers, reflecting the city's booming economy and population

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5. Dubai: Dubai rounds out the top five with 269 skyscrapers, known for its luxurious and futuristic architecture

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6. Guangzhou: With 208 skyscrapers, the city is home to the Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre, a 530-metre-tall building that ranks  eighth-tallest globally

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7. Wuhan: Wuhan boasts 205 skyscrapers, with the Wuhan Greenland Center standing tall at 476 metres

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8. Bangkok: Bangkok has a growing number of skyscrapers, with notable buildings like the MahaNakhon (314 metres) and the King Power MahaNakhon (314 metres)

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