World Capitals Quiz: Can You Name Every Capital City?
Think you know the capitals of every country? Put your knowledge to the test with this challenging 15-question quiz from our Geography Trivia hub.
There are 195 recognized countries in the world, each with its own capital city. While some capitals like Paris, London, and Tokyo are household names, others are far less well-known. Did you know that the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw, not Yangon? Or that Ankara, not Istanbul, serves as Turkey's capital? These common misconceptions trip up even the most seasoned geography enthusiasts.
This quiz covers capitals from every continent, mixing well-known answers with tricky surprises. Data sourced from the CIA World Factbook ensures every answer is accurate and up-to-date. Whether you're studying for a geography exam or just love learning about the world, this is the perfect challenge.
🏆 World Capitals Quiz
Tap an answer to reveal if it's correct. Green = correct, red = incorrect.
1. What is the capital of Australia?
2. What is the capital of Canada?
3. What is the capital of Brazil?
4. What is the capital of South Korea?
5. What is the capital of Turkey?
6. What is the capital of Myanmar?
7. What is the capital of New Zealand?
8. What is the capital of Morocco?
9. What is the capital of Switzerland?
10. What is the capital of Nigeria?
11. What is the capital of Sri Lanka?
12. What is the capital of Kazakhstan?
13. What is the capital of South Africa (executive)?
14. What is the capital of Bolivia (constitutional)?
15. What is the capital of Mongolia?
How Did You Do?
Many of the world's capital cities are surprising. The most commonly missed answers involve countries where the largest city is not the capital — like Australia (Canberra, not Sydney) and Brazil (BrasĂlia, not Rio). If you scored 12 or above, you have an excellent grasp of world geography. Under 8? Time to crack open an atlas!
