Everyone wants to find the right spot to retire. For some people, that means easy access to theaters and sports arenas while others want a house surrounded by warm air and water views.

There are thousands of cities across the U.S. that offer what you want, but WalletHub has narrowed it down for you. The personal finance company compared the retirement-friendliness of 182 cities across four key categories using 45 different metrics.

Within the “Activities” category, WalletHub assessed the number of recreation and senior centers per capita as well as the number of museums, theaters, municipal golf courses, music venues and more.

Based on their scores, here are the top cities if you’re looking for activity and excitement in retirement.

10. San Diego

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On WalletHub’s list, San Diego also ranked among the top 10 cities with the best quality of life. This may be in part because of its mild weather, which is perfect for golfing year round.

In fact, the Southern California coastal city is home to one of the nation’s premier golf courses, Torrey Pines Municipal Golf Course. In addition to beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean, San Diego residents can enjoy discounted course fees – even on weekends and holidays.

9. Minneapolis

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Dubbed the “City of Lakes,” it’s no surprise that the Minneapolis park system offers 22 lakes, 12 gardens and 55 miles of biking and walking paths. In addition to its 180 parks, the biggest city in Minnesota maintains seven golf courses.

Worried about the cold winters? According to the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board, there are several cross-country skiing trails, ice rinks and tubing hills to keep you active. Or stay inside and explore the city’s rich cultural history at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.

8. Atlanta

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While Atlanta didn’t rank high in any of WalletHub’s other major categories, Georgia’s capital city still a hot market for active retirees. Real estate company Redfin credits Atlanta for its vibrant nightlife and endless social events, including October Pride.

After hours of dancing and parading, you’ll work up an appetite. Go ahead and indulge in Southern comforts, like chicken and waffles. Redfin says, “Atlanta’s food scene is a delectable melting pot of flavors and cultures.”

7. Las Vegas

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Las Vegas has long been known for glitzy casinos, fine dining and world-renowned stage performances. But as Canyon Tours points out, there’s a lot more to do in Vegas than gamble and party the night away.

From Sin City, you’re about a three-hour drive from the Grand Canyon, less than an hour northwest of the Hoover Dam and only 17 miles away from Red Rock Canyon. If you’re still looking for dinner and a show, check out First Friday. It’s where you’ll find locals soaking up homegrown arts and entertainment.

6. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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Fort Lauderdale residents enjoy more than 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, which you can fully soak up along its 165 miles of inland waterways.

When you’re ready for a break from the sun, head to the Riverwalk. This path is the heart and soul of Fort Lauderdale, where you’ll find the Broward Center for Performing Arts and the Museum of Discovery and Science.

5. Tampa, Florida

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Sports fans and families will love Tampa the most. Tampa Bay is home to four professional sports teams plus a spring training baseball facility at Charlotte Sports Park. College-level athletics are played here too with both the University of South Florida and the University of Tampa calling this city home.

For all the retirees running for “best grandparents of the year” award, Disney World is just a one-hour drive away. Best of all, Tampa ranks 40th in WalletHub’s “affordability” category, which means you can actually shell out for all these games and parks.

4. Cincinnati, Ohio

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Creative minds will thrive in Cincinnati. The Midwest city features several art museums and performing arts centers including the Taft Museum of Art and the Ensemble Theatre.

And with the Ohio River running right through the city, you can expect a lot of picturesque parks, bike paths and hiking trails — perfect for exercise and inspiration.

3. Miami

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Retirees will feel young and invigorated living in a city like Miami. Whether you head to Brickell for dinner or South Beach for some sun, there is always somewhere to go and something to do.

If you’re looking for activities specifically for adults 55 and older, Miami-Dade’s Park Services have you covered with fitness classes, sewing workshops and organized field trips. But beware, though. Rising sea levels in Miami are a serious concern, as experts project the city will be 6 to 10 inches above 1992 average sea levels by the year 2030.

2. San Francisco

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San Francisco does not get high marks for affordability, but the hilly city does offer breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay at its highest points. Not to mention, San Francisco is home to numerous landmarks including the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Zoo, Oracle Park and Alcatraz Island.

There’s not much San Francisco doesn’t offer, which explains why the city ranks so high in three of the major categories evaluated by WalletHub: Activities, Quality of Life and Health Care.

1. Washington, D.C.

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The top-ranking city for active retirees is none other than the nation’s capital. With countless museums, memorials and monuments in and around Washington, D.C., you will never run out of things to do.

Even though the cost of living here is sky-high, many of the national parks and attractions are free of charge. Washington, D.C. is also known to have some of the nation’s best public transportation, so maybe you can eliminate the expense of owning and parking a car every day.

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When people retire, they often move to another state. And in 2021, older residents in some states, in particular, would pack up and leave.

Recently, SmartAsset reviewed data from the US Census Bureau’s 1-year 2021 American Community Survey and pulled out information showing which states have a high percentage of residents ages 60 and older who have chosen to relocate.

Below are the states getting the cold shoulder from the older set.

10. Colorado

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 5,249

Colorado experienced robust population growth for two decades. But in 2021, migration into the state slowed dramatically, and a significant number of older residents began to seek homes elsewhere.

9. Va

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 5,963

Virginia has seen a steady stream of people leaving the state in recent years. But the over-60s, seeking warmer climates, are moving away in largest numbers.

8.Minnesota

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 6,451

Breaking news: Minnesota is cold. Who can blame elderly residents for spending years living in one of the nation’s veritable coolers after a change of scenery?

7. Pennsylvania

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 6,808

People are leaving Pennsylvania at what has been described as an “alarming” rate. One city in the state — East Stroudsburg — is also among the “10 Worst Places to Buy a Home If You Want It to Appreciate in Value.”

6. Washington

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 8,659

Many older people are leaving Washington State. However, the knife cuts in both directions here: Older people also make up one of the largest segments of newcomers.

5. Massachusetts

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 8,747

More than 110,000 residents have left Massachusetts since April 2020. In a Boston.com report, Mark Melnik, director of economics and policy research at the University of Massachusetts Donahue Institute, described the figure as “pretty staggering.”

4. New Jersey

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 13,545

A 2021 study by United Van Lines found that more people left New Jersey that year than any other state. The state was also ranked #2 on a list of the “15 Worst States for Retirees in 2023.”

3. Illinois

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 26,287

Illinois is another state that has lost many residents in recent years. It is also among the “15 Most Expensive States for Retirees in 2023”.

2. New York

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 46,709

As we reported in 10 States Losing the Most Residents, residents of all ages are leaving New York in large numbers.

1. California

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Net number of residents aged 60 and over this state lost in 2021: 71,828

While New York has lost many residents in recent years, no state has experienced an exodus to match California’s. We recently reported that two California cities — San Francisco and Los Angeles — are losing more residents than any other metro in the country.

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