Yes, it is indeed recommended even if you drive in city, as city roads some may have bumps or uneven surfaces.

Align, balance ensures that your vehicle travel with proper stability and subsequently reduce wear on your absorbers or bushings.

While also minimize tyre uneven wear, potentially increase fuel savings too.

While rotation balance out the front and rear tyre wear, so you can change the tyre in a longer interval, although you might be required to change all 4 at one go (however, this may give you better discounts from shops).